Increasing diversity in biomedical research training
Official title: IMSD@UNTHSC
Funded at University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr · NIH-11018329 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping students from underrepresented backgrounds succeed in graduate programs for biomedical and behavioral research by giving them the training and support they need to build exciting careers in these fields.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Worth, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $164,823 |
| NIH project number | 1T32GM156666-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11018329 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are students from underrepresented minority groups who are interested in pursuing graduate education in biomedical or behavioral research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to underrepresented minority groups or who are not pursuing graduate education in these fields may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the entry and retention of underrepresented minority (URM) groups in graduate programs related to biomedical and behavioral research. It aims to provide research-training opportunities that motivate and equip these students with the necessary skills to pursue careers in these fields. The University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC) has a long-standing commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in its educational programs, particularly for students from minority-serving institutions. By implementing a Coordinated Plan to Diversify the Biomedical Research Workforce, the project seeks to create pathways for URM students to thrive in research careers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and inclusive biomedical research workforce, ultimately improving health outcomes for all populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in biomedical research have shown success, indicating that this approach has the potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr
Fort Worth, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jones, Harlan Pierre — University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr
- Study coordinator: Jones, Harlan Pierre
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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.