Training future leaders in child health research
Developing Diverse Physician-Investigator Leaders for the Future of Child Health
This program is designed to help new pediatric doctors become successful researchers who can improve children's health by providing them with hands-on training and support at UC San Diego and Rady Children's Hospital.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11067806 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program focuses on developing early-stage pediatric faculty into successful academic investigators through intensive training and mentoring in basic research. Participants will engage in cutting-edge research opportunities at the University of California San Diego, which is known for its excellence in pediatric research. The program aims to increase the number of pediatrician-scientists dedicated to improving children's health by providing a structured career development pathway. Scholars will benefit from the collaboration with Rady Children's Hospital, enhancing their research experience and career prospects.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are early-career pediatric faculty members who are committed to pursuing a career in academic research focused on child health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in pediatric research or who are not early-career pediatric faculty members may not benefit directly from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of child health care by fostering a new generation of skilled pediatric researchers.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have successfully trained pediatric researchers in the past, indicating a strong potential for success in this initiative.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haddad, Gabriel G — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Haddad, Gabriel G
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.