Training future scientists in pharmacology
Official title: Training in Pharmacological Sciences
Funded at Vanderbilt University · NIH-10851799 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help graduate students learn how to create safe and effective medicines by studying how drugs work in the body, so they can turn scientific discoveries into real treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $329,616 |
| NIH project number | 5T32GM149363-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10851799 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are graduate students pursuing a career in biomedical sciences with an interest in pharmacology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in graduate training or do not have an interest in pharmacological sciences may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This program aims to train a diverse group of graduate students in pharmacology, focusing on the principles that guide the development of safe and effective therapies. Trainees will engage in an interdisciplinary environment, learning about receptor theory, drug metabolism, and pharmacokinetics. The program emphasizes the transition of basic science discoveries into practical treatments, equipping students with the skills needed to address critical research questions in biomedical sciences. By fostering a deep understanding of pharmacology, the program prepares trainees to become leaders in the field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective therapies derived from basic science discoveries.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have successfully produced skilled scientists who contribute to advancements in pharmacology and therapeutic development.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Iverson, T M — Vanderbilt University
- Study coordinator: Iverson, T M
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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.