Training future experts to combat infectious diseases
Addressing Evolving Infectious Threats
This study is all about helping future doctors and researchers at UCLA learn how to tackle tough infections and diseases, so they can become experts who make a real difference in fighting these health challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873194 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on training physician-scientists to address the growing threats posed by infectious diseases, including antimicrobial resistance and emerging pathogens. The program at UCLA offers MD and MD-PhD trainees a structured fellowship that combines clinical training with dedicated research time. Trainees will receive mentorship from experienced faculty, allowing them to develop independent research careers while contributing to the field of infectious diseases. The program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating various fields to enhance the effectiveness of responses to infectious threats.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are medical trainees pursuing fellowships in adult or pediatric Infectious Diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in medical training or do not have an interest in infectious diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a new generation of experts equipped to tackle infectious diseases more effectively.
How similar studies have performed: Other training programs have successfully produced skilled physician-scientists who have made significant contributions to infectious disease research.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yang, Otto O — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Yang, Otto O
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.