Training future leaders in global health research
Launching Future Leaders in Global Health (LAUNCH) Research Training Program - Supplement for OAR
This program is helping new researchers from low- and middle-income countries learn how to tackle important health issues like HIV/AIDS and maternal and child health, so they can gain hands-on experience and skills to make a difference in their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11131429 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to train early-career researchers in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to address critical health issues such as HIV/AIDS, noncommunicable diseases, and maternal and child health. Participants will engage in a structured mentored research training plan that includes both practical research experience and educational components to enhance their skills in research design, evaluation, and cross-cultural collaboration. The program emphasizes building research capacity in LMICs and includes partnerships with prominent U.S. academic institutions. By fostering a diverse group of trainees, the program seeks to create a new generation of global health scientists.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are early-career researchers from low- and middle-income countries interested in global health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or do not have access to training opportunities in global health may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research training program could significantly improve health outcomes in LMICs by equipping future leaders with the skills needed to tackle pressing health challenges.
How similar studies have performed: Previous programs focusing on training global health researchers have shown success in enhancing research capacity and improving health outcomes in various regions.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard School of Public Health — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fawzi, Wafaie W — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Fawzi, Wafaie W
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.