Training future clinician-scientists in otolaryngology and communication sciences
Official title: Early Career Development of Clinician-scientists in Otolaryngology and the Communication Sciences
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-10867434 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping doctors who want to become researchers in ear, nose, and throat medicine by giving them training and support at a national conference, so they can learn important skills and connect with mentors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $37,029 |
| NIH project number | 5R13DC021381-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10867434 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are otolaryngology residents, fellows, and early career faculty looking to enhance their research skills and career development.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in otolaryngology or communication sciences may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the development of clinician-scientists in the field of otolaryngology and communication sciences. It aims to address the decline in physician-scientists by providing mentorship and training through a national conference that includes lectures, workshops, and panels. Participants will receive instruction in essential research skills such as study design, grantsmanship, and manuscript review. The program also offers travel grants to support promising early career professionals in attending these educational events.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a stronger workforce of clinician-scientists who can bridge the gap between research and clinical practice, ultimately improving patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives aimed at developing clinician-scientists have shown success in enhancing career trajectories and improving research output in various medical fields.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moberly, Aaron C — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Moberly, Aaron C
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.