Improving doctoral education and mental health training in South Africa
Official title: Refining and Expanding the SACERT-Learning Collaborative and Integrated Measures Bank-South Africa
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-11167389 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help pre-doctoral students in South Africa, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, by providing training and mentorship to improve their mental health and support them in finishing their degrees on time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | September 9, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $149,040 |
| NIH project number | 3D43TW012029-04S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11167389 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pre-doctoral students in fields related to mental health, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a doctoral degree or are not involved in mental health-related fields may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the educational and mentoring environments for pre-doctoral students in South Africa, particularly focusing on those from underrepresented backgrounds. It addresses chronic stress and mental health disorders, including depression and substance abuse, through a structured training program that combines intensive coursework and mentorship. Participants will engage in a three-month in-residence training at UCLA, followed by annual workshops in South Africa, fostering skills in mental health research across various disciplines. The program is designed to support timely completion of doctoral degrees and improve mental health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved educational outcomes and mental health support for students, ultimately benefiting the broader community.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing educational outcomes and mental health training, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wyatt, Gail E. — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Wyatt, Gail E.
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.