Enhancing participation and development for early career researchers in kinesiology and electrophysiology.
Support for the International Society of Electrophysiology and Kinesiology Congress
This study is all about helping new scientists and researchers in kinesiology and electrophysiology connect and grow by making it easier for them to join important conferences, share ideas, and learn from each other over the next five years.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11053530 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This initiative aims to support the International Society of Electrophysiological Kinesiology congresses by increasing participation from a diverse group of scientists, researchers, and clinicians. It focuses on enhancing professional development opportunities specifically for early career researchers, including PhD students and junior faculty. The congresses will facilitate meaningful interactions among attendees, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing in the fields of kinesiology and electrophysiology. Over five years, the program will leverage the strengths of the society to ensure long-term sustainability and relevance.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include early career researchers, PhD students, and junior faculty in health-related fields such as biomedical sciences, physical therapy, and kinesiology.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or academic careers may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly enhance the professional development of early career researchers, leading to improved research outcomes in kinesiology and electrophysiology.
How similar studies have performed: While this initiative builds on existing congress formats, it emphasizes a novel approach to enhancing diversity and professional development for early career researchers.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- Northwestern University — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Perreault, Eric Jon — Northwestern University
- Study coordinator: Perreault, Eric Jon
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.