Training future surgeon-scientists to improve outcomes in critically ill patients
Official title: Surgeon-Scientist Research Training in Injury Pathobiology and Outcomes In Critical Illness
Funded at University of South Florida · NIH-10824225 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help surgery residents become skilled researchers who study how injuries affect seriously ill patients, so they can improve care and outcomes for those patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $182,924 |
| NIH project number | 5T32GM144274-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10824225 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are surgery residents who have completed at least three years of residency and are interested in pursuing a career as surgeon-scientists.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in surgical training or do not have critical illnesses may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This program focuses on training the next generation of surgeon-scientists who will conduct important research on injury pathobiology and outcomes in critically ill patients. It offers a two-year full-time research training opportunity for surgery residents, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform impactful clinical research. The training is conducted at the University of South Florida, where experienced faculty guide trainees in exploring critical illness and its effects on patient outcomes. This initiative aims to address the declining number of surgeon-scientists and enhance surgical practices through innovative research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the treatment and outcomes for critically ill patients.
How similar studies have gone: While the training of surgeon-scientists is a recognized need, this specific program represents a novel approach to addressing the shortage in this field.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Florida
Tampa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Majetschak, Matthias — University of South Florida
- Study coordinator: Majetschak, Matthias
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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.