Career development program for under-represented early career trainees in STEMM fields
Official title: Empirically Based Career Development Program for Historically Under-Represented Early Career Trainees Supported by NIDDK
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-10915580 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a program that helps early career trainees from under-represented groups in science and medicine build confidence and find support, so they can successfully pursue careers in these fields.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $159,080 |
| NIH project number | 5UE5DK137286-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10915580 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are early career trainees from historically under-represented backgrounds in STEMM fields, particularly those funded by NIDDK grants.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not early career trainees or who do not belong to historically under-represented groups in STEMM fields may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to address the disparities in the workforce demographics of science, engineering, technology, and mathematics, and medicine (STEMM) by implementing a career development program for early career trainees. The program focuses on historically under-represented groups, providing evidence-based interventions to enhance self-efficacy and scientific identity. By fostering social supports and mentorship, the initiative seeks to improve persistence in pursuing careers in biomedical sciences. Participants will engage in structured activities designed to promote career advancement and representation in STEMM fields.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the representation of under-represented groups in biomedical sciences, leading to a more diverse and innovative workforce.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that diversity-focused career development programs can enhance retention and success in STEMM fields, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Flowers, Elena — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Flowers, Elena
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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.