Training doctors and scientists to become independent researchers in clinical and translational science.
Official title: NJ ACTS: A Platform for Translational Science in New Jersey: CTSA K12 Program at Rutgers, Biomedical Health Sciences
Funded at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences · NIH-10930350 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help new doctors and scientists learn how to conduct important research that can improve patient care and healthcare practices, giving them the skills they need to make a real difference in medicine.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $941,964 |
| NIH project number | 1K12TR004788-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930350 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program include early career clinicians and scientists with doctoral degrees such as MD, PhD, DDS, DMD, DO, or PharmD.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in clinical or translational research or do not have a background in healthcare or science may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to train early career clinicians and scientists with doctoral degrees to become independent investigators in clinical and translational sciences. Participants will engage in intensive research experiences, a core curriculum, and professional development training tailored to their individual needs. The program emphasizes the importance of understanding disease processes, healthcare delivery, and the translation of basic science discoveries into clinical practice. By fostering a multidisciplinary mentoring environment, the program prepares scholars to contribute significantly to advancements in healthcare.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a new generation of skilled researchers who can improve patient care and healthcare delivery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous iterations of this program have shown success in training scholars and producing productive researchers, indicating a strong foundation for this new initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Halm, Ethan a — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Halm, Ethan a
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.