Creating a collaborative network for kidney, urology, and hematology research in San Diego
The Network Core for The San Diego Regional Network Award for Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Research Training
This study is bringing together top universities in San Diego to work together on kidney, urology, and blood health research, while also helping students from diverse backgrounds get involved in this important work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11169090 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to establish a collaborative network among leading institutions in San Diego, including UC San Diego, The Scripps Research Institute, and San Diego State University, to enhance research and training in kidney, urology, and hematology. The network will facilitate regular meetings, workshops, and symposia to foster collaboration among researchers at all career stages. It also includes programs to engage underrepresented minority students in research, aiming to build a diverse future workforce in these critical health areas.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in kidney, urology, or hematology conditions, as well as students from underrepresented backgrounds pursuing careers in these fields.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to kidney, urology, or hematology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and advancements in kidney, urology, and hematology care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous collaborative research networks have shown success in enhancing research outcomes and training opportunities, indicating a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rifkin, Dena Evette — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Rifkin, Dena Evette
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.