Training future nephrologists to improve kidney health
Research and Education in Nephrology for Undergraduate Medical Students-Florida (RENUM-FL)
This study is all about helping medical students learn more about kidney health and how to treat kidney diseases by giving them hands-on training and support from experienced doctors, so they can become the next generation of nephrologists who will take care of patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11036327 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the shortage of nephrologists by enhancing the education of medical students in nephrology. It will provide hands-on training in renal physiology research, helping students understand how basic science can lead to better patient outcomes. The program will also create a supportive learning community with mentorship from experienced nephrologists and scientists. By fostering interest in nephrology, the initiative seeks to prepare a new generation of healthcare professionals to tackle kidney diseases and hypertension.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are medical students interested in nephrology and kidney health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in medical education or who are not interested in nephrology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to an increased number of trained nephrologists, improving care for patients with kidney diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in increasing interest in specialty fields and improving patient care outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Tampa, United States
- University of South Florida — Tampa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dominguez Rieg, Jessica a — University of South Florida
- Study coordinator: Dominguez Rieg, Jessica a
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.