Improving training and development opportunities for diverse graduate students in biomedical sciences
Official title: The Academy at MD Anderson UTHealth Houston Graduate School - Maximizing Opportunities for Training, Development, and Community
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11011445 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making the learning experience better for graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds in biomedical sciences at UTHealth, by creating a welcoming environment and offering support to help them succeed.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $319,297 |
| NIH project number | 5T32GM152796-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11011445 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would be graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds in the biomedical sciences.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing graduate education in biomedical sciences or who do not identify as underrepresented may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the educational experience for underrepresented graduate students in biomedical sciences at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School. It aims to create a more inclusive environment that supports the recruitment, retention, and success of these students through targeted training and development programs. By analyzing existing disparities and implementing strategies based on feedback from climate surveys, the project seeks to foster a diverse academic community that can contribute to innovative scientific solutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved educational outcomes and career opportunities for underrepresented graduate students in the biomedical sciences.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in STEM fields have shown positive outcomes, indicating that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shadding, Cherilynn R — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Shadding, Cherilynn R
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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.