Mentoring underrepresented neuroscientists for career development
San Diego Leading the Advancement of Underrepresented Neuroscientists for Change (LAUNCH) Program
The LAUNCH program at UC San Diego is designed to help people from underrepresented backgrounds kickstart their careers in neuroscience by providing them with mentorship and training to build their research skills and secure funding for their projects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10887458 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The LAUNCH program at UC San Diego focuses on mentoring and training individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in the field of neuroscience. This initiative aims to equip these early career scientists with essential skills and knowledge to develop competitive research programs and secure independent funding. Through a structured visiting scholars program, participants will receive guidance from experienced mentors who have a proven track record in neuroscience research and career development. The program emphasizes evidence-based strategies to foster effective mentoring and skill enhancement.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are early career neuroscientists from underrepresented backgrounds seeking to advance their research skills and career opportunities.
Not a fit: Individuals who are not pursuing a career in neuroscience or who do not belong to underrepresented groups in this field may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and skilled workforce in neuroscience, ultimately improving research outcomes and innovations in the field.
How similar studies have performed: Similar mentoring programs have shown success in enhancing diversity and improving career outcomes in various scientific fields.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Trejo, Joann — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Trejo, Joann
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.