Training pediatricians to become successful physician-scientists
Official title: UCLA Child Health Research Career Development Award
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-10987018 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help pediatricians become skilled researchers and leaders in children's health by providing them with hands-on training, personalized support, and guidance from experienced mentors over two years.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | February 23, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $324,000 |
| NIH project number | 5K12HD111040-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987018 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are pediatricians who are early in their careers and interested in pursuing research and academic leadership in child health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pediatricians or those who are not pursuing a career in child health research may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program focuses on developing pediatrician physician-scientists through a comprehensive two-year training initiative. It aims to equip them with the necessary skills and mentorship to excel in research and become leaders in pediatric health. Participants will engage in a structured curriculum that includes core research experiences, individualized development plans, and access to a network of experienced faculty mentors. The program emphasizes collaboration with various institutional partners to enhance training and career development opportunities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in pediatric health through the development of skilled physician-scientists.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have shown success in developing physician-scientists and enhancing pediatric research, indicating a strong potential for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Devaskar, Sherin U — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Devaskar, Sherin U
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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.