The primary goal of the Cancer Communication Research Center [CCRC] is to identify and describe optimal communication structures and processes in organizations that facilitate patient-centered communication in cancer care. 

Our Center brings together researchers from six of the 14 integrated delivery systems in the Cancer Research Network.  Our Shared Resource Cores will solicit the cooperation of operations leaders and practitioners from all 14 CRN institutions.  While new in its configuration, our collaboration builds on several existing research relationships. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

RUSSELL E. GLASGOW NAMED DEPUTY DIRECTOR, DISSEMINATION AND IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE, DIVISION OF CANCER CONTROL AND POPULATION
SCIENCES AT NCI

Dr. Russell Glasgow has been named Deputy Director, Dissemination and Implementation Science, in the Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS) at the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Dr. Glasgow will provide leadership on numerous research projects to close the gap between research discovery and program delivery in public health, clinical practice, and health policy.

As Deputy Director for Dissemination and Implementation Science, Dr. Glasgow will be also be responsible for guiding some of NCI's flagship research dissemination tools such as Cancer Control P.L.A.N.E.T , the Cancer Trends Progress Report, and State Cancer Profiles.

"The challenging and highly visible role of Deputy Director for Dissemination and Implementation Science requires broad scientific expertise, a passion for public service, a commitment to collaboration, and an ability to develop effective strategies for overcoming barriers to scientific progress and its application," says Dr. Robert Croyle, DCCPS Director. "Russ is recognized nationally and internationally as a pioneer in the field of dissemination and implementation research and practice, providing practical research frameworks and intervention models for the field in areas where such leadership has been absent. Few research leaders could work so effectively across the domains and boundaries that we must bridge if our research is to be successfully translated into practice and policy."

Dr. Glasgow earned his Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oregon, Eugene. He earned his B.A. degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa. Dr. Glasgow is a behavioral scientist specializing in the design and evaluation of practical and generalizable behavior change interventions, especially using interactive technologies, for use in health care, worksite, and community settings. He has more than 30 years of experience in academia and has been the recipient of key awards and honors in his field, including the Society of Behavioral Medicine's Distinguished Scientist Award and the American Diabetes Association's Behavioral Medicine and Psychology Council Lectureship for Distinguished Contributions. Most recently, Dr. Glasgow was a senior scientist with Kaiser Permanente,
Institute for Health Research "We are fortunate to have Russ join us in this vital role," says Dr. Croyle. "He has the unique combination of expertise, drive, and vision to address both the challenges and opportunities in leading NCI's important national research program in dissemination and implementation."

Contact Information:
Russell E. Glasgow, Ph.D.
Deputy Director for Dissemination and Implementation Science
Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences
National Cancer Institute
6130 Executive Blvd, Room 6144
Rockville, MD 20852

Dialogue on Dissemination: A Researcher Perspective

Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET

Disseminating evidence-based programs and policies requires that researchers, policy makers, and practitioners take active roles in the process. While their perspectives, systems, and practices vary, the goals of public health researchers remain the same: to reduce the burden of disease and move from "research to reality."

This fall, the National Cancer Institute will sponsor a series of three discussions to engage stakeholders across the dissemination continuum. Researchers, policy makers, and cancer control practitioners will highlight promising approaches and address barriers to implementing evidence-based programs and policies.

Please join us in September as we welcome leaders in the field of dissemination research for an open discussion moderated by Dr. Russ Glasgow. Drs. Matthew Kreuter, Deborah Bowen, and Ross Brownson will discuss their perspectives on dissemination and respond to questions posed by the audience.

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The CRN Cancer Communication Research Center is made up of a partnership with:

• The Institute for Health Research (Kaiser Permanente of Colorado)
• Meyers Primary Care Institute, University of Massachusetts Medical School
• University of Washington, School of Medicine and Medical History & Ethics
• KPGA Research Department (operating as The Center for Health Research/Southeast)
• Center for Health Studies, Group Health Cooperative
• HealthPartners Research Foundation
• Center for Health Research, Kaiser Permanente Northwest
• Center for Health Research, Kaiser Permanente Hawaii

Participants Receive Up to $35,000 Annually to Repay Student Loans

New Application Deadline is November 15, 2010

The 2011 application cycle for the National Institutes of Health’s Loan Repayment Programs is now open, and applications can be found online. The LRPs repay the outstanding student loans of researchers who are or will be conducting nonprofit biomedical or behavioral research, and opportunities are available in five research areas – clinical, pediatric, health disparities, contraception and infertility and clinical research for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Applications will be accepted until 8:00 p.m. Eastern time on November 15, 2010.

Genomics and Cancer Control: What to Know and What to Do

Tuesday, September 14th, 2010 - 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET

Genomics plays a role in nine of the ten leading causes of death in the United States, most notably cancer. Understanding how genes interact with environmental and behavioral risk factors, such as diet and physical activity, is central to cancer control and prevention efforts. While the science of public health genomics continues to evolve, great strides in knowledge have been made. This interactive session will describe the science behind genomics and cancer control and prevention and illustrate practical strategies to incorporate genomic technology and genetic testing into public health programs.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will explain the science behind public health genomics, describe new resources available to guide practitioners, and unveil new content available on Cancer Control P.L.A.N.E.T.

The Michigan Department of Community Health has sought creative ways to implement evidence-based public health genomics recommendations into their state’s health policy, education, and surveillance programs. Leaders from the department will speak about their experiences and lessons learned.

We invite you to register for this session and join the conversation about how we can move this emerging field of public health practice from research to reality.

Presenters:

Ralph J. Coates, PhD
Associate Director for Science
Office of Public Health Genomics
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Janice V. Bach, MS, CGC
State Genetics Coordinator and Manager
Michigan Department of Community Health
Debra Duquette, MS, CGC
Genomics Coordinator
Michigan Department of Community Health

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CECCR Presentations

On January 21,2010, Jim Dearing, Russ Glasgow, Kathryn Horner, Kathy Mazor, and Tom Gallagher presented "Cancer Communication in Clinical Settings" to NCI program officials and communication personnel in Bethesda, MD. The presentation, the third in a series of 5 by each of the five Centers of Excellence in Cancer Communication Research, was also webcast to a broad national audience. Links to each of these presentations are provided below!

KPCO CRN CCRC
University of Michigan CHCR
Washington University CCCC
University of Wisconsin TECC
University of Pennsylvania EPIC