A summer internship program focused on pediatric heart, lung, and blood health.
The Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh -Cardiology, Hematology and Pulmonology Summer Research Internship Program (CHP2-SRIP)
This summer internship program at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh invites undergraduate students, especially those from under-represented backgrounds, to explore research on heart, lung, and blood disorders in kids, helping to tackle health challenges made worse by COVID-19 while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship in the biomedical field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10879049 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh offers a summer research internship program aimed at undergraduate students, particularly those from under-represented minority backgrounds. This program focuses on the study of pediatric heart, lung, and blood disorders, addressing significant health disparities exacerbated by COVID-19. Participants will engage in hands-on research and mentorship, gaining valuable experience in the biomedical sciences. The initiative aims to inspire and train the next generation of diverse researchers to develop effective treatments for these critical health issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research program are undergraduate students from under-represented minority backgrounds interested in pursuing careers in biomedical research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergraduate students or do not belong to under-represented minority groups may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to improved health outcomes for children suffering from heart, lung, and blood disorders, particularly in under-represented minority populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in increasing diversity in biomedical research and improving health outcomes for minority populations.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Celedon, Juan Carlos — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Celedon, Juan Carlos
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.