Training future researchers in behavioral and brain sciences
The Behavioral Brain (B2) Research Training Program
This program is designed to help future researchers learn how brain science can improve our understanding of health and diseases, offering them personalized guidance and hands-on experience to prepare them for successful careers in studying the connection between behavior and neuroscience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10876479 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program trains predoctoral researchers at the intersection of behavioral and biomedical sciences, focusing on how neuroscience can inform health and disease mechanisms. Participants will receive individualized mentorship and training to develop skills necessary for independent neurobehavioral research careers. The program emphasizes collaboration, diversity, and the integration of behavioral science with neuroscience methodologies. Trainees will engage in research rotations and co-mentorship to enhance their interdisciplinary capabilities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are predoctoral students from psychological sciences interested in pursuing careers in neurobehavioral research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research training or do not have an interest in behavioral or neuroscience fields may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research training program could lead to transformative discoveries in health and disease mechanisms, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous iterations of this training program have successfully prepared numerous trainees for research careers and have shown positive outcomes in terms of scholarly output and career progression.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fiez, Julie a — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Fiez, Julie 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.