TDS-307H: From Data to Impact (DM TDS)

Cedars-Sinai Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) brings together researchers and stakeholders to address and correct health inequities that impact communities in Southern California. CRCHE conducts research and gathers cancer-related data showing disparities in screening and mortality rates across different locations and demographics. It also offers a range of open-source, evidence-based solutions to help mitigate these disparities. In this Designmatters studio, students will explore how to help community organizations utilize CRCHE data to identify health equity issues, then bridge these insights to actionable, evidence-based solutions that address the specific needs of local communities. Through collaborative, interdisciplinary work, students will gain exposure to anti-racist frameworks, decolonial perspectives, and ethical research practices that honor community voices and knowledge toward connecting communities, data, and meaningful action.