DAYTONA
BEACH, Fla., May 22, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Alcanza Clinical Research (Alcanza) is pleased to
announce the awarding of the Alcanza Future Research Heroes
Scholarship to two graduating seniors from Mainland High School's
Academy of Scientific Inquiry and Medicine (ASIM) in Florida, as part of its commitment to
promoting careers in clinical trials and supporting the educational
pursuits of local students. The scholarships were presented during
a ceremony on May 16th, with
Rachel Truxall, VP Study Start Up
and Performance and Carlos Orantes,
CEO of Alcanza, in attendance to present the awards.
For the past two years, Rachel
Truxall has been actively involved in the Mainland High
School academy, delivering presentations on clinical trials and
potential career paths within the industry. Given Alcanza's
presence of multiple Accel research sites in the area, it has been
crucial to highlight research in the local community. Impressed by
the academic rigor and proactive engagement of the students,
Alcanza recognizes the value of providing opportunities for
students to explore the healthcare field and encourages their
pursuit of certifications such as EKG and BACE. The BACE
certification serves as a hiring benchmark for those aspiring to
careers in bioscience, emphasizing the importance of understanding
clinical trials in the preparation process.
"We are dedicated to promoting our industry as a viable career
path for students," said Carlos
Orantes. "The field of clinical trials offers diverse
opportunities for personal and professional growth, and we are
honored to play a role in inspiring the next generation of
professionals."
In addition to supporting students' educational endeavors,
Alcanza Clinical Research recognizes the importance of community
engagement and sees the scholarship program as an opportunity to
cultivate future talent within the organization. By fostering
relationships with local schools and promoting awareness of
clinical trials, Alcanza aims to contribute positively to the
community while also nurturing potential future team members.
About Alcanza Clinical Research
Alcanza is an integrated network of research facilities
dedicated to reducing barriers to clinical research participation,
especially in underrepresented patient populations. The network
includes 23 dedicated research units and several sites integrated
within specialty clinics. These facilities are strategically
located across the Southeast, Northeast, and Midwest regions of
the United States as well as
Puerto Rico. Alcanza supports
studies that span all trial phases and major therapeutic areas.
www.AlcanzaClinical.com.
Alcanza Public Relations
PR@alcanzaclinical.com
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