Training diverse graduates in diabetes and metabolic disease research
Official title: Minnesota Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program in Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10974621 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Minnesota Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program (MN PRIDE) is a friendly two-year program for diverse college graduates who want to dive into diabetes research, where they'll take advanced classes and work with experienced mentors to build their research skills and get ready for doctoral studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $403,222 |
| NIH project number | 1R25DK140753-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10974621 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are diverse college graduates interested in pursuing research careers in diabetes and metabolic diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not college graduates or who do not have an interest in research may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
The Minnesota Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program (MN PRIDE) offers a two-year intensive research experience for diverse college graduates, focusing on Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism. Participants will engage in advanced graduate courses while working closely with experienced faculty mentors to develop their research skills. The program aims to prepare participants for doctoral programs by providing exceptional research experiences, mentorship, and opportunities for academic growth and publication. This initiative is designed to foster a diverse workforce in the field of diabetes research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of diverse researchers in diabetes and metabolic disease, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational programs have shown success in increasing diversity and improving research outcomes in various medical fields.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alejandro, Emilyn — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Alejandro, Emilyn
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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.