Supporting new researchers in digestive diseases

Pilot and Feasibility Program

NIH-funded research University of California, San Diego · NIH-11128650

This program helps new researchers in digestive health get the support they need to kickstart their projects, which could lead to better treatments and understanding of digestive disorders that benefit patients like you.

Quick facts

Grant typeP30 center grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of California, San Diego NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (La Jolla, United States)
Project IDNIH-11128650 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This program at the San Diego Digestive Diseases Research Center aims to foster early-stage investigators by providing them with the necessary support to develop their research projects in digestive diseases. It addresses the challenges faced by new faculty in securing independent funding, which is crucial for their career progression. By facilitating the generation of initial data and encouraging collaboration among seasoned researchers, the program seeks to advance innovative approaches in the field of digestive health. Patients may benefit from the resulting research advancements that improve understanding and treatment of digestive disorders.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals affected by digestive diseases or disorders.

Not a fit: Patients with non-digestive health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and understanding of digestive diseases, ultimately enhancing patient health outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in fostering new research initiatives and advancing medical knowledge in various fields, indicating a promising potential for this approach in digestive diseases.

Where this research is happening

La Jolla, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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