A program to enhance diversity in kidney, urology, and hematology research training.
Official title: Pre-doctoral Diversity Supplement to TLDK139567
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-11084668 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The NC KUH TRIO Program is a friendly initiative that helps train and support students from diverse backgrounds in kidney, urology, and blood disorders research, so they can work together with experienced mentors to make healthcare better for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $49,292 |
| NIH project number | 3TL1DK139567-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11084668 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from underrepresented groups pursuing careers in biomedical research, particularly in kidney, urology, and hematology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in biomedical research or who do not belong to underrepresented groups may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
The NC KUH TRIO Program is designed to diversify and advance research in kidney, urology, and hematology disorders by fostering collaborations between prominent academic medical centers and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This initiative supports pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training positions, focusing on inclusive mentorship and research opportunities for underrepresented groups in the sciences. Participants will engage in a competitive selection process and benefit from the expertise of experienced mentors across multiple disciplines. The program aims to create a more diverse research workforce that can address health disparities in these critical areas.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and effective workforce in the fields of kidney, urology, and hematology, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing diversity and improving research outcomes in various medical fields, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hogan, Susan Lynn — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Hogan, Susan Lynn
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.