A mentorship network for young otolaryngologists pursuing research careers
Official title: Neely National Physician-Scientist Mentorship Network
Funded at University of Rochester · NIH-10933646 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help young ear, nose, and throat doctors become researchers by pairing them with experienced mentors who can guide them in developing their research skills and finding funding, all while promoting diversity in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $206,730 |
| NIH project number | 1R25DC021131-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933646 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are otolaryngology residents, fellows, or new faculty members with an interest in pursuing NIH-funded research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in the field of otolaryngology or do not have aspirations for a research career may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program provides mentorship to young otolaryngologists who aspire to become clinician-scientists. It connects them with established NIH-funded mentors who guide them through the process of developing their research skills and securing funding. The network includes in-person and virtual meetings, one-on-one mentoring, and access to educational resources tailored for clinical research. It aims to enhance diversity and strengthen the research training pipeline in the field of otolaryngology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this mentorship network could significantly enhance the research capabilities and career trajectories of young otolaryngologists.
How similar studies have gone: Similar mentorship programs have shown success in other medical fields, indicating a strong potential for this approach in otolaryngology.
Where this research is happening
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University of Rochester
Rochester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newlands, Shawn D. — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Newlands, Shawn D.
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.