Delaware INBRE: Building Biomedical Talent and Research Capacity in Delaware
Official title: Delaware INBRE
Funded at University of Delaware · NIH-11378083 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A multi-institution program in Delaware helps train students and faculty in biomedical research to grow the state's scientific workforce.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Delaware NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 30, 2001 |
| Project end | April 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $4,252,552 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM103446-25 |
| Project ID | NIH-11378083 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include undergraduate students, early-career researchers, and faculty in Delaware who seek mentored research training and professional development in biomedical topics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside Delaware or those not involved in the research workforce development may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
This program supports undergraduate research internships, professional development for scientists, and data science training across several Delaware institutions. It provides administrative and data resources to coordinate research activities and ensure compliance. By connecting colleges, universities, and health institutions, it aims to increase Delaware’s capability to conduct biomedical research and translate findings into improvements for health. Participants can gain hands-on research experience, mentorship, and skills in data analysis that may benefit future medical and scientific careers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could expand Delaware’s access to high-quality biomedical research training and collaboration, benefiting patients through a stronger local research ecosystem.
How similar studies have gone: Similar INBRE/COBRE-type networks have shown improvements in research capacity and workforce development in their regions.
Where this research is happening
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University of Delaware
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Duncan, Melinda K — University of Delaware
- Study coordinator: Duncan, Melinda K
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.