Training future physician scientists at UNC
UNC Medical Scientist Training Program
This study is looking at how a special training program helps future doctors who also want to do research, making sure they learn how to use science to improve patient care, and it's designed for a diverse group of students who are passionate about both medicine and research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| 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-11110216 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The UNC Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) aims to develop physician scientists who can effectively connect scientific research with clinical practice. This program recruits diverse candidates and provides them with extensive training in both medicine and research across various departments. Students will engage in rigorous academic and extracurricular activities, including significant research experiences, to prepare them for careers that bridge the gap between science and healthcare. The program emphasizes the importance of understanding how research impacts clinical care throughout their training.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are students from diverse backgrounds who are committed to pursuing careers as physician scientists.
Not a fit: Patients who are not students or do not have an interest in pursuing a career in medicine or research may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to a new generation of physician scientists who improve patient care through innovative research.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully produced physician scientists who have made significant contributions to medical research and patient care.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Deshmukh, Mohanish P — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Deshmukh, Mohanish P
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.