Creating networking opportunities for scholars in the Deep South.
Official title: Deep South KUH Premier Research- Interdisciplinary Mentored Education (PRIME) Networking Core
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-10918213 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping early-career researchers at Augusta University, Tulane University, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham make valuable connections and improve their networking skills through fun workshops and events, both in-person and online.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $101,734 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK133422-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10918213 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are early-career researchers, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows in the biomedical sciences.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research careers may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing professional networking among scholars at Augusta University, Tulane University, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham through the Deep South KUH Premier Research and Interdisciplinary Mentored Education program. It aims to foster meaningful interactions by organizing workshops and events that connect scholars with peers, mentors, and role models. Participants will learn to develop their professional brand and networking skills, including effective use of social media. The program includes both in-person and virtual events to facilitate collaboration and community building among early-career researchers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the professional development and networking capabilities of scholars in the biomedical field.
How similar studies have gone: Similar networking initiatives in academic settings have shown success in enhancing collaboration and professional growth among scholars.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hyndman, Kelly — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Hyndman, Kelly
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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.