Building academic capacity for mental health research and training
Sustainable Academic Capacity Building of Excellence through Research and Training Program (SACERT)
This program is designed to support doctoral students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, by providing them with training and mentorship in mental health and nursing, helping them tackle stress and mental health issues while gaining valuable research skills through workshops in the U.S. and South Africa.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10899614 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance the educational and mentoring environments for doctoral students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, in the fields of mental health and nursing. It focuses on addressing chronic stress and mental disorders through a structured training program that includes intensive workshops and mentorship opportunities. Participants will engage in both in-residence training at UCLA and annual workshops in South Africa, designed to equip them with the skills needed for impactful mental health research. The initiative seeks to foster timely completion of doctoral degrees and improve research capabilities in mental health disciplines.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are pre-doctoral students in mental health-related fields, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a doctoral degree in mental health or related fields may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the training and support for future mental health professionals, leading to better mental health outcomes in communities.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing academic capacity and improving mental health research outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wyatt, Gail E. — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Wyatt, Gail E.
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.