The people who are most affected by cancer disparities tend to have the least influence on decisions about whether, how, what, when, and where the research intended to help them happens.

… using a justice and equity approach that centers people and organizations typically marginalized by research institutions, researchers, and research processes.

collaborative practices to address the cancer prevention and control challenges faced by communities in the Siteman catchment, inclusive of rural and urban counties across Missouri and Illinois, including St. Louis.

Join our Think Tank events as a way to connect with other community members, researchers and leaders who are working to solve the most pressing cancer control and health disparities problems in our region.


Office Hours

Think Tank is holding office hours to give feedback and offer suggestions for potential directions for projects or pilots you may be interested in.  We are available during on these days and times for those interested. You can use the zoom link to log on to discuss any ideas. We look forward to seeing you soon.

https://wustl-hipaa.zoom.us/j/5132348814?pwd=bk53dXRwN1E5NmR3NGtPb0Fkc0tJdz09

June office hours:

  • June 17: 11am-1pm
  • June 22: 11am-1pm
  • June 29: 11am-1pm

Upcoming Think Tank Dates

  • Spring 2023 Think Tank Event:  April 4, 2023, 12:00-12:45 PM via zoom

Previous Think Tanks

We plan to host Think Tanks every 6 months.

If you are interested in joining us at one of these events, please email us at :  cancerthinktank@wustl.edu