Training future clinician-scientists in neurology and neurosurgery

UC Davis Clinician Neuroscientist Development Program

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS · NIH-10899728

This program at UC Davis is designed to help train new doctors in neurology and neurosurgery to become researchers who can improve care for people with neurological diseases, while also making sure to include diverse voices in the search for better treatments.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS (nih funded)
Locations1 site (DAVIS, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10899728 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This program at UC Davis aims to enhance the care of patients with neurological diseases by training residents in neurology and neurosurgery to become clinician-scientists. Participants will receive mentorship from experienced faculty and engage in high-impact research training without extending their residency duration. The program emphasizes diversity and aims to attract under-represented minorities, ensuring a broad range of perspectives in the development of new treatments for nervous system disorders.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals with neurological disorders who may eventually receive improved treatment options developed by trained clinician-scientists.

Not a fit: Patients with non-neurological conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of innovative treatments for patients suffering from neurological diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Other training programs for clinician-scientists have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and improving patient care, indicating a promising approach.

Where this research is happening

DAVIS, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.