Training future physician-scientists in medicine and research
Medical Scientist Training Program Training Grant
This program at Duke is designed for future doctors who also want to be researchers, helping them learn both how to treat patients and how to discover new treatments for diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10842427 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Duke Medical Scientist Training Program aims to develop physician-scientists by providing a comprehensive education that combines clinical medicine with biomedical research. This program offers MD-PhD candidates a unique curriculum that emphasizes extensive clinical training before they pursue their PhD studies. By integrating these two fields, the program prepares students to effectively translate scientific discoveries into new therapies for human diseases, ultimately enhancing patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are individuals interested in pursuing a dual career in medicine and research, particularly those who aspire to become physician-scientists.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a career in medicine or research may not directly benefit from this training program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to the development of innovative treatments and therapies that improve patient outcomes.
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
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kontos, Christopher D — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Kontos, Christopher D
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.