A fellowship program to train health researchers globally.
GloCal - ODSS - M. C.
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-11112779
This study is all about helping students learn about global health by giving them hands-on research opportunities and support from experienced mentors, so they can work together to tackle health challenges around the world.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11112779 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the GloCal Health Fellowship, which aims to train pre- and postdoctoral students in global health through interdisciplinary education and mentorship. Participants will engage in hands-on research experiences in regions facing significant health challenges, supported by a network of faculty mentors from the University of California and international institutions. The program emphasizes capacity building and aims to foster long-term collaborations to improve health outcomes worldwide.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are pre- and postdoctoral trainees interested in pursuing careers in global health research.
Not a fit: Patients not involved in academic or research training may not directly benefit from this fellowship program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the skills of future health researchers, leading to improved health interventions in underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous iterations of the GloCal Health Fellowship have shown success in training health researchers and fostering international collaborations.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: COHEN, CRAIG R — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: COHEN, CRAIG R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: burden of disease, disease burden