Training future psychiatrist-scientists at Duke University
Official title: Duke University Psychiatry Physician-Scientist Residency Training Program
Funded at Duke University · NIH-11094789 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program at Duke University is designed to help new doctors in psychiatry become skilled researchers by giving them special time to focus on research during their training, so they can learn and contribute to important studies in mental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $216,000 |
| NIH project number | 5R25MH132507-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11094789 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are promising residents in psychiatry who are interested in pursuing a career in research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in training for a psychiatry residency or those outside the age range for residency programs may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This program at Duke University aims to address the shortage of physician-scientists in psychiatry by providing selected residents with dedicated research time during their training. Participants will engage in intensive research experiences early in their residency, allowing them to develop their skills and contribute to academic research. The program includes mentorship and access to Duke's extensive research infrastructure, enhancing the residents' ability to pursue successful research careers. Graduates of this program will be well-prepared to obtain academic positions and secure independent funding for their research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of qualified psychiatrist-scientists, leading to advancements in psychiatric research and treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs have shown success in training physician-scientists in other medical fields, indicating a strong potential for this approach in psychiatry.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Posner, Jonathan E — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Posner, Jonathan E
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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.