Training future experts in pediatric medication research
Official title: National Career Development Program for Researchers in Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology
Funded at Duke University · NIH-10917243 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is all about training the next group of doctors who specialize in how medicines work for kids, so they can help make sure that medications are safe and effective for children.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | January 23, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $292,194 |
| NIH project number | 5K12HD113189-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10917243 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would be young researchers or clinicians interested in pediatric clinical pharmacology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in pediatric clinical research or who are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit directly from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to develop the next generation of pediatric clinical pharmacologists by providing comprehensive training and mentorship. It combines the expertise of leading faculty and resources from various academic institutions to enhance research in pediatric pharmacology. Participants will engage in areas such as pharmacokinetics, pharmacoepidemiology, and translational research, with a focus on improving medication safety and efficacy for children. The program will leverage existing networks and resources to create a robust training environment for junior investigators.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved medication treatments and safety for children.
How similar studies have gone: Previous career development programs in clinical pharmacology have shown success in training new experts, indicating a positive outlook for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gonzalez, Daniel — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Gonzalez, Daniel
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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.