Applications for the 2024 STARS Scholar Program are now closed.
Apply for the STARS Scholar Program
The IASLC STARS (Supportive Training for Advocates on Research and Science) Program began in 2019 as a collaboration between lung cancer patient research advocates and representatives from lung cancer advocacy organizations. STARS aims to train, develop, and nurture lung cancer patient research advocates (PRAs) for the lung cancer community.
We invite patient research advocates who have proven accomplishments in lung cancer research advocacy and who would like to attend WCLC 2024 in-person (September 7-10, San Diego, CA, USA) to apply for the 2024 STARS Scholar Program! Applicant must have or have had lung cancer, or be a family member of someone who has or had lung cancer. Click here for a comprehensive overview of the STARS Scholar Program. Continue reading to find information on the application process and explore our Frequently Asked Questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is STARS?
- Explore the magic of the IASLC STARS Programs here!
How many PRAs can join the 2024 STARS Scholar Program?
- A maximum of fifteen (15) Scholars will be selected through a competitive application process, aiming for a diverse global representation.
What is expected of PRAs in the 2024 STARS Scholar Program?
- Dive into the details by exploring the 'What Does the STARS Scholar Program Include?' and 'Who Can Apply to the Scholar Program' sections on this page.
What is the format for the 2024 STARS Scholar Program?
Activities run August through October, mostly in-person at the IASLC World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) in San Diego, CA, USA. There are some virtual meetings, including a conference-prep call and a networking call via Zoom.
What if I've never participated in STARS before?
- No worries! You don't have to be a past or current STARS participant to apply for the Scholar Program.
I participated in the STARS Scholar Program in 2023. Can I apply again?
- Absolutely! If you participated in the 2023 STARS Scholar Program, you ARE eligible to apply again! Be prepared to share learnings from your first Scholar Program, how you integrated the learnings into your research advocacy work, and how attending again will help you achieve your goals.
What exactly is research advocacy?
- We have dedicated page just for this! Check it out here.
Do you have any other opportunities for patient advocates?
- Yes! IASLC offers tailored opportunities depending on where you are in your patient advocacy journey.
- Consider applying for a Patient Advocate Educational Award if you are a patient with lung cancer or caregiver who is relatively new to patient advocacy, working on a project in the lung cancer commnity, and seeking travel coverage to WCLC 2024.
- Consider the STARS PRA Program if you are a patient advocate interested in participating in a virtual interactive lung cancer science and research program.