Training in cell and molecular biology for future scientists
Official title: Training Program in Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-10758014 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help future scientists learn about how living organisms grow and work by offering hands-on training and courses, while also supporting diversity and providing career advice to prepare them for exciting jobs in science.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $462,259 |
| NIH project number | 1T32GM146611-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10758014 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are graduate students interested in pursuing careers in cell and molecular biology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in scientific research or education may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program focuses on providing interdisciplinary training in the fundamental processes of cell, molecular, and developmental biology that are crucial for understanding how multicellular organisms function and develop. It includes a combination of didactic courses, workshops, and hands-on training in advanced technologies, emphasizing diversity, inclusiveness, and scientific ethics. Trainees will receive personalized career guidance to prepare them for various professional roles in the scientific community. The program aims to equip future scientists with the skills necessary to thrive in a competitive research environment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this training program could lead to a new generation of scientists who are well-equipped to advance our understanding of diseases and developmental processes.
How similar studies have gone: While this program is a new application, it builds on a long-standing successful training program at UAB that has been funded since 1984.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bellis, Susan L — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Bellis, Susan L
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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.