Training future scientists to improve health systems
Official title: CTSA Postdoctoral T32 at Wake Forest
Funded at Wake Forest University Health Sciences · NIH-10841187 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to train future scientists who will help turn medical research into practical solutions for health problems, making sure they know how to work with different experts and engage with the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project start | July 22, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $209,340 |
| NIH project number | 1T32TR004915-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10841187 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are postdoctoral fellows and research associates interested in health systems and translational science.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research training programs may not directly benefit from this initiative.
What this research studies
This program aims to develop the next generation of translational scientists who can effectively bridge the gap between research and clinical practice. Participants will receive training in various essential areas, including health systems research methods, biomedical informatics, and stakeholder engagement. The program emphasizes building interdisciplinary teams and enhancing skills in implementing research findings into real-world health settings. By fostering these competencies, the initiative seeks to create a workforce capable of addressing complex health challenges.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved integration of new medical knowledge into clinical practice, ultimately enhancing patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have shown success in developing skilled researchers who effectively translate findings into practice, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Winston-Salem, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tooze, Janet a. — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Tooze, Janet a.
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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.