Training diverse leaders in biomedical research at Dartmouth College
Official title: IMSD at Dartmouth College
Funded at Dartmouth College · NIH-11011429 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Dartmouth Leaders in Biomedical Research program is designed to help students from diverse backgrounds succeed in biomedical PhD programs by offering them extra training, mentorship from experienced faculty, and a supportive community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dartmouth College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hanover, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $402,317 |
| NIH project number | 5T32GM148410-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11011429 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are students from historically underrepresented groups who are interested in pursuing a PhD in biomedical research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in biomedical research or do not meet the criteria for underrepresented groups may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
The Dartmouth Leaders in Biomedical Research (DLBR) program aims to recruit and train a diverse group of scholars in biomedical PhD programs. This initiative focuses on providing enhanced academic and research training, as well as support resources, to students from historically underrepresented groups. Trainees will benefit from mentorship by experienced faculty and will engage in interdisciplinary training across various biomedical research fields. The program emphasizes fostering a sense of belonging and self-efficacy among its participants.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to a more diverse and inclusive workforce in biomedical research, ultimately improving health outcomes for various populations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs aimed at increasing diversity in STEM fields have shown success in enhancing representation and improving educational outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Dartmouth College
Hanover, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gilbert-Diamond, Diane Ihn Ae — Dartmouth College
- Study coordinator: Gilbert-Diamond, Diane Ihn Ae
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.