Training future experts in pain research and treatment
University of Utah Program to Provide Pain Research Knowledge (UP3RK)
The University of Utah is offering a special program to help new researchers learn how to study and improve pain treatments without relying on medications, so they can better help people dealing with pain and related health issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10936304 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The University of Utah Program to Provide Pain Research Knowledge (UP3RK) aims to train a diverse group of post-graduate scholars in clinical pain research. This program focuses on equipping scholars with essential knowledge and skills in nonpharmacologic pain treatments, effective interventions for pain and co-morbidities, and implementation science. Scholars will receive mentorship through a unique Mentor Matrix Model, which has successfully developed independent investigators in the field. The training emphasizes communication, grant writing, and interdisciplinary research skills to prepare scholars for impactful careers in pain research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are post-graduate individuals interested in pursuing a career in clinical pain research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a career in research or who do not have an interest in pain management may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved pain management strategies and better outcomes for patients suffering from chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have shown success in developing skilled researchers in various medical fields, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fritz, Julie M — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Fritz, Julie M
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.