Training future global health researchers
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This program is a year-long training opportunity for doctoral and postdoctoral scholars interested in global health, where they'll get hands-on experience and support from expert mentors to help tackle important health issues like HIV/AIDS and infectious diseases while working with teams from around the world.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11111994 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program offers a year-long mentored training experience for doctoral and postdoctoral scholars in global health research across 16 countries. Participants will engage in hands-on learning at affiliated research sites, supported by expert mentors who guide their development through structured plans and regular evaluations. The initiative aims to enhance skills in addressing global health challenges, particularly in areas like HIV/AIDS and infectious diseases, while fostering collaborations between US and international institutions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include doctoral and postdoctoral scholars interested in pursuing careers in global health research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in academic or research training programs may not benefit directly from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the capacity of future researchers to tackle global health issues, ultimately improving health outcomes in underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous iterations of this program have shown success in training researchers and securing substantial funding, indicating a strong potential for continued impact.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chi, Benjamin H. — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Chi, Benjamin H.
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.