Funding for MD/PhD training in medicine and research

MSPP NIH MD/PhD Funding Application

NIH-funded research University of California at Davis · NIH-10897580

This study is all about helping students who want to become doctor-researchers by giving them financial support, so they can learn both medicine and how to conduct important research that could lead to new treatments and improvements in healthcare.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of California at Davis NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Davis, United States)
Project IDNIH-10897580 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on providing funding for students pursuing a combined MD/PhD program, which integrates medical education with advanced research training. The program aims to develop physician-scientists who can bridge the gap between clinical practice and biomedical research. By supporting students financially, the initiative encourages the next generation of healthcare professionals to engage in research that can lead to innovative treatments and medical advancements.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are medical students who are also interested in pursuing a PhD in a related field.

Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in medical education or research may not directly benefit from this funding initiative.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this funding could enhance the training of future physician-scientists, ultimately leading to improved patient care and medical breakthroughs.

How similar studies have performed: Similar funding programs have successfully produced a significant number of physician-scientists who have contributed to advancements in medical research.

Where this research is happening

Davis, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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