Training future clinical oral health researchers
Pacific-Stanford PRIMED Program: Training the next generation of clinical oral health researchers
The Pacific-Stanford PRIMED Program is all about helping dental students and professionals learn how to turn research into better dental care, so they can work together to improve oral health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of the Pacific-Stockton NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stockton, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10931703 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Pacific-Stanford PRIMED Program focuses on bridging the gap between biomedical research and clinical practice in oral health. It aims to train dental students, residents, and faculty in clinical research skills, fostering collaborations between institutions to enhance oral health outcomes. By providing personalized education and support, the program seeks to empower the next generation of researchers to effectively translate scientific findings into practical applications in dental care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program include dental students, residents, and faculty interested in advancing their clinical research skills and contributing to oral health improvements.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in dental education or research may not directly benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved oral health practices and outcomes for patients through better-trained clinicians who can apply the latest scientific knowledge.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in enhancing clinical research training and improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both valuable and tested.
Where this research is happening
Stockton, United States
- University of the Pacific-Stockton — Stockton, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lam, David K — University of the Pacific-Stockton
- Study coordinator: Lam, David K
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 below.