Training future global health scientists and leaders
Official title: NPGH LEADERs - OAR Innovation Fund - Karume
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-11125179 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new researchers in global health learn how to do important work in places with fewer resources, by giving them hands-on training and support in countries like Kenya, Uganda, and Cameroon, so they can tackle health challenges and become leaders in their field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $90,606 |
| NIH project number | 3D43TW009345-13S3 |
| Project ID | NIH-11125179 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include early-career researchers and health professionals from low- and middle-income countries interested in global health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research training or do not have a background in health sciences may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the training of early-career researchers in global health through a comprehensive curriculum that includes scientific inquiry and research implementation in low-resource settings. Participants will engage in a 12-month program that combines mentorship and practical experience in countries like Kenya, Uganda, and Cameroon. The program aims to equip trainees with the skills necessary to conduct impactful research and become independent leaders in global health. By fostering partnerships across multiple countries, the initiative seeks to address health challenges in diverse communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a new generation of skilled global health scientists who can effectively address health issues in low-resource settings.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives in global health training have shown success in developing independent researchers and generating significant publications.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zunt, Joseph Raymond — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Zunt, Joseph Raymond
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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.