A summer program focused on geriatrics and health disparities.
Seattle Summer Research Program in Geriatrics and Disparities
This program at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System is designed to help healthcare professionals, especially those from diverse backgrounds, gain hands-on experience and training in researching age-related diseases like cancer and dementia, so they can better support older adults in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11053062 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System aims to enhance research in age-related diseases such as cancer, frailty, and neurodegenerative conditions. It provides mentored research experiences and educational opportunities for healthcare professionals, particularly those from diverse backgrounds. Participants engage in translational research and are trained through a self-guided approach, contributing to the scientific workforce in geriatrics. The program also emphasizes collaboration and mentorship to foster the next generation of researchers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program include healthcare professionals and trainees interested in geriatrics and health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in healthcare training or research may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research program could lead to improved understanding and treatment of age-related diseases, benefiting older patients significantly.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have successfully enhanced research training and outcomes in geriatrics, indicating a strong potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- VA Puget Sound Healthcare System — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anderson, Lindsey — VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Anderson, Lindsey
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.