Training leaders to address malnutrition and tuberculosis in Tanzania
Official title: Developing research leaders at the intersection of malnutrition and tuberculosis in Tanzania
Funded at University of Virginia · NIH-11040350 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a training program for scientists in Tanzania to help them tackle malnutrition and tuberculosis, so they can become strong leaders in improving health in their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Virginia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2022 |
| Project end | February 28, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $248,288 |
| NIH project number | 5D43TW012247-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11040350 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Tanzanian postdoctoral scientists interested in infectious diseases and public health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research training or do not reside in Tanzania may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a training program for postdoctoral scientists in Tanzania to enhance their skills in addressing malnutrition and tuberculosis, two critical public health issues. The program aims to build capacity among local researchers, enabling them to become independent leaders in public health. By conducting a needs assessment, the research identifies barriers faced by Tanzanian scientists and tailors training to meet these challenges. The initiative is supported by the University of Virginia and aims to improve health outcomes in communities affected by these diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health leadership and better management of malnutrition and tuberculosis in Tanzania.
How similar studies have gone: Previous training programs in global health have shown success in building research capacity and improving health outcomes in similar contexts.
Where this research is happening
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University of Virginia
Charlottesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Heysell, Scott K — University of Virginia
- Study coordinator: Heysell, Scott K
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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.