Training future doctors in otolaryngology and communication sciences
Official title: Michigan Otolaryngology Research Education (MORE)
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10877910 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping medical students and residents become skilled researchers in ear, nose, and throat medicine, so they can improve care for people with hearing, balance, voice, and communication issues by learning from experienced teachers at the University of Michigan.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $286,804 |
| NIH project number | 5R25DC020262-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10877910 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are medical students and residents interested in pursuing careers in otolaryngology and communication sciences.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in medical training or do not have an interest in otolaryngology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing the next generation of clinician-scientists in otolaryngology by providing intensive research education and experiences. It aims to support medical students and residents in their pursuit of research training and academic careers, particularly in areas related to hearing, balance, voice, and communication disorders. Participants will engage with experienced faculty at the University of Michigan, gaining hands-on experience in both basic and clinical research. The program is designed to foster a strong foundation in research methodologies and promote innovative approaches to patient care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare outcomes through enhanced training of clinician-scientists who can translate research into practice.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully demonstrated the importance of training clinician-scientists in translating research into clinical practice, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Corfas, Gabriel — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Corfas, Gabriel
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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.