Training future clinician-scientists to improve health care
Official title: Medical Scientist National Research Service Award
Funded at University of Chicago · NIH-10868604 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The University of Chicago's Medical Scientist Training Program is designed for people who want to become doctors and researchers, helping them learn both medicine and science so they can tackle important health questions and lead in the field, all while promoting a diverse group of future healthcare leaders.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,318,590 |
| NIH project number | 5T32GM150375-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10868604 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are individuals interested in pursuing a career that combines medicine and scientific research, particularly those from diverse backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in biomedical sciences or who do not have an interest in medical research may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
The University of Chicago's Medical Scientist Training Program aims to develop the next generation of clinician-scientists who will contribute to biomedical research and healthcare. This program combines medical and graduate education, allowing participants to gain a deep understanding of both clinical practice and scientific research. Trainees will engage in hands-on research, learn to address important medical questions, and develop skills necessary for leadership in the biomedical field. The program emphasizes diversity and aims to reflect the population it serves, ensuring a broad range of perspectives in medical research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to significant advancements in medical therapies and improved patient outcomes through the work of well-trained clinician-scientists.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have successfully produced impactful clinician-scientists, indicating a strong potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clark, Marcus Ramsay — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Clark, Marcus Ramsay
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.