Strengthening the pipeline for careers in biomedical research and academic medicine
Official title: Networking Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10987326 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping students from diverse backgrounds who want to work in biomedical research and medicine by providing them with mentoring and training opportunities to support their career paths.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $101,909 |
| NIH project number | 1U2CDK136784-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987326 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include high school and college students interested in pursuing careers in biomedical research or academic medicine, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already established professionals in biomedical fields or those not pursuing a career in science may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on enhancing the career pipeline for students interested in biomedical research and academic medicine. It aims to engage early career individuals through mentoring, diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, as well as educational outreach. The program will provide research training opportunities specifically for underrepresented populations and facilitate peer mentoring among trainees. By collaborating with various educational programs, it seeks to increase the number of academically prepared students pursuing careers in KUH science.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the diversity and preparedness of the workforce in biomedical research and academic medicine.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing diversity and engagement in scientific fields, making this approach both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Denburg, Michelle — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Denburg, Michelle
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.