Developing professional skills for future healthcare leaders in the Deep South
Official title: Deep South KUH Premier Research and Inter-disciplinary Mentored Education (PRIME) Professional Development Core
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-10918211 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new scientists in the Deep South grow their careers by connecting them with mentors and training programs at Augusta University, Tulane University, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham, all while promoting diversity and teamwork in medicine.
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) | $165,346 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK133422-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10918211 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this initiative include early career researchers and trainees in healthcare and related fields, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or professional development in healthcare may not benefit from this initiative.
What this research studies
This initiative focuses on enhancing the professional development of trainees and early career investigators in the Deep South through a collaborative program involving Augusta University, Tulane University, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. It aims to create a supportive environment that fosters mentorship, career coaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Participants will engage in innovative training programs designed to inspire the next generation of scientific leaders and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the medical field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the career trajectories of healthcare professionals in the Deep South, leading to better healthcare outcomes in the region.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs have shown success in enhancing professional development and mentorship in healthcare, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pollock, Jennifer S — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Pollock, Jennifer S
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.