Training forum for postdoctoral fellows in osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases
Official title: Eighteenth Forum on Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone Diseases for Fellows in Training
Funded at Columbia University Health Sciences · NIH-11000566 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This forum is a special event for postdoctoral researchers studying osteoporosis and bone health, where they can learn from top experts and work together to improve their skills and knowledge in this important area.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $18,000 |
| NIH project number | 2R13AR083263-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000566 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are postdoctoral fellows and trainees specializing in osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research training or who do not have a focus on osteoporosis or metabolic bone diseases may not benefit from this forum.
What this research studies
This forum is designed for postdoctoral trainees focusing on osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases, providing them with a unique opportunity to engage with leading experts in the field. The event will feature interactive workshops and didactic sessions, allowing fellows to deepen their understanding and research skills. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among approximately 50 participants, the forum aims to enhance the training experience for emerging researchers in this critical area of health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this forum could significantly enhance the training and expertise of future researchers, leading to improved understanding and treatment of osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous forums and training events have successfully fostered collaboration and advanced research in related fields, indicating a positive track record for this type of educational initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Columbia University Health Sciences
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bilezikian, John P — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Bilezikian, John P
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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.