Training and mentoring program for junior neurosurgeons
Official title: Neurosurgeon Research Career Development Program (NRCDP)
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11012334 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help new neurosurgeons grow their research skills and careers by connecting them with experienced mentors and providing valuable resources, all while promoting diversity and inclusion.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | January 15, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,663,132 |
| NIH project number | 5K12NS129164-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11012334 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are newly appointed neurosurgical faculty members who have recently completed their residency or fellowship.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not neurosurgical faculty or who are not involved in academic medicine may not benefit directly from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to support and mentor newly appointed neurosurgical faculty members across the nation. It focuses on enhancing their research skills and career development through a structured approach that includes interviews, symposia, and grant preparation sessions. Participants, known as Scholars, will receive guidance from experienced mentors and have opportunities to engage with a National Advisory Committee for feedback and support. The program also emphasizes diversity and inclusion in the selection of candidates.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to a new generation of skilled neurosurgeons who are better equipped to conduct impactful research and improve patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs have shown success in fostering the development of early-career researchers in various medical fields, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zipfel, Gregory J — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Zipfel, Gregory J
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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.