Building supportive communities for diabetes and metabolism research
Official title: Creating diverse communities in support of diabetes and metabolism research
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10918251 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping graduate students and postdoctoral researchers who are studying diabetes, obesity, and metabolism by creating a supportive community where they can learn from mentors and each other, while also exploring how these conditions affect men and women differently.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $78,468 |
| NIH project number | 5K26DK138307-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10918251 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include graduate students and postdoctoral researchers interested in diabetes and metabolism.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research training programs may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a mentorship and learning community for trainees involved in diabetes, obesity, and metabolism research. It aims to support graduate students and postdoctoral researchers through direct mentorship and equitable recruitment practices. The project will investigate sex differences in metabolic diseases and promote career development in a collaborative environment. By fostering a diverse community, the research seeks to enhance the training experience and outcomes for future scientists.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved training and career opportunities for future researchers in diabetes and metabolism, ultimately benefiting patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have shown success in enhancing mentorship and training in scientific fields, indicating a positive outlook for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Singer, Kanakadurga — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Singer, Kanakadurga
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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.