Increasing the number of physician scientists in internal medicine residency
Stimulating Access to Research in the University of Cincinnati Internal Medicine Residency Program
This study is creating a special program at the University of Cincinnati to help internal medicine residents who want to become physician scientists by giving them mentorship and hands-on research experiences, so they can succeed in their future careers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Cincinnati NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10762456 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the declining number of physician scientists by creating a program at the University of Cincinnati that identifies internal medicine residents interested in pursuing research careers. The program will provide mentorship and a combination of didactic and research experiences to help these residents succeed in their future careers. By focusing on early-stage physicians, the initiative seeks to enhance the pipeline of qualified candidates for research-oriented academic positions. The program will leverage the expertise of established NHLBI investigators to guide and support these residents.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are internal medicine residents at the University of Cincinnati who have an interest in pursuing a research career.
Not a fit: Patients who are not internal medicine residents or those who do not have an interest in research careers may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of physician scientists, leading to advancements in medical research and improved patient care.
How similar studies have performed: Other programs aimed at enhancing the training of physician scientists have shown success, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Cincinnati, United States
- University of Cincinnati — Cincinnati, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rubinstein, Jack — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Rubinstein, Jack
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.