Evaluating a program to enhance faculty development and inclusion in academia
Evaluation Core
This study is looking at a program designed to help colleges hire and support teachers better, making sure everyone feels included, which could lead to better education and more diverse doctors for patients in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cornell University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ithaca, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10910929 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on evaluating the Cornell FIRST Cohort program, which aims to improve faculty hiring, mentoring, and professional development through evidence-based practices. By using a mixed-methods approach, the project will assess the effectiveness of these initiatives in fostering an inclusive academic culture. The evaluation will involve collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure that the program's outcomes are tracked and lessons learned are integrated into future practices. Patients, in this context, may benefit indirectly through improved educational outcomes and diversity in academic medicine.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in academic medicine, particularly those interested in faculty development and diversity initiatives.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in academic medicine or faculty development may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more inclusive and effective academic environment, ultimately benefiting patients through enhanced healthcare education and practice.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives in academic settings have shown success in improving faculty diversity and inclusion, suggesting that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Ithaca, United States
- Cornell University — Ithaca, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: August, Avery — Cornell University
- Study coordinator: August, Avery
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.