Investigator Development Core for early‑career scientists
Official title: Investigator Development Core
Funded at Northern Arizona University · NIH-11368494 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A funding program helps new biomedical, clinical, and behavioral scientists build their research programs with translational and team science support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northern Arizona University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Flagstaff, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2017 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $798,837 |
| NIH project number | 5U54MD012388-10 |
| Project ID | NIH-11368494 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Early‑career investigators in biomedical, clinical, or behavioral sciences within participating institutions who develop projects with translational potential.
✕Less likely to help
This grant primarily supports investigator training and program development rather than direct patient care.
What this research studies
The Investigator Development Core (IDC) at SHERC/NAU provides early‑stage investigators with protected funding and mentorship to launch and grow their research programs. It emphasizes translational aims, collaboration, and real‑world impact by pairing researchers with team science experts and offering support for pilot projects. Participants will work toward publishable results and new grant proposals while developing skills in moving basic findings toward clinical or behavioral interventions. The program includes structured timelines, mentoring, and deliverables aimed at advancing health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Patients could benefit from faster translation of basic discoveries into clinical or behavioral interventions that improve health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot project programs under the PPP have produced publications and new grant proposals, indicating potential for successful translational impact.
Where this research is happening
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Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schwartz, Anna L — Northern Arizona University
- Study coordinator: Schwartz, Anna L
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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.