Creating a supportive network for young researchers in kidney, urology, and hematology.
Official title: Network Core
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-10986814 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about creating a friendly community for new doctors and researchers in kidney, urology, and blood health, helping them grow through mentorship and networking opportunities at top Boston hospitals and Harvard Medical School.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $93,783 |
| NIH project number | 1U2CDK140927-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10986814 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would be pre-doctoral and post-doctoral trainees in kidney, urology, and hematology research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic research or training programs may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This research focuses on building a collaborative community for trainees and junior faculty in the fields of kidney, urology, and hematology across several prestigious Boston hospitals and Harvard Medical School. It aims to enhance professional development through mentorship, networking, and exposure to diverse scientific disciplines and innovative techniques. By fostering regular interactions among trainees, faculty, and industry leaders, the program seeks to support the next generation of researchers in their scientific pursuits.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the training and career development of young investigators in critical medical fields.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing research training and collaboration among medical professionals, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Babitt, Jodie L — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Babitt, Jodie L
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.