Training medical students in diabetes research and care
Official title: DULCE (Diabetes InqUiry Through a Learning Collaborative Experience)
Funded at University of Chicago · NIH-11030775 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The DULCE program at the University of Chicago is designed to inspire medical students to become diabetes researchers by giving them hands-on training and experiences, especially encouraging students from diverse backgrounds to join in and help improve care for people with diabetes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | March 17, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $96,357 |
| NIH project number | 5R25DK130849-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11030775 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are medical students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, who are interested in diabetes research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in medical education or do not have an interest in diabetes research may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
The DULCE program at the University of Chicago aims to inspire medical students to pursue careers in diabetes research by providing them with comprehensive training that spans from basic science to clinical practice. This initiative focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance the care of patients with diabetes mellitus. By engaging students in hands-on experiences and exposure to leading diabetes research centers, the program seeks to prepare a new generation of physician-scientists to meet the growing needs of the diabetic population. The program also emphasizes the importance of diversity in research, particularly encouraging underrepresented minorities to enter the field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes care and innovative treatments through a well-trained workforce of physician-scientists.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational programs have shown success in training diverse medical professionals, but this specific approach to diabetes research training is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baig, Arshiya Ahmed — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Baig, Arshiya Ahmed
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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.