Training program for biomedical research careers
Official title: Professional Development Core
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-10918204 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help people training in biomedical research get ready for their careers by offering personalized support, valuable skills, and connections with experts from top universities like UCSF and Stanford.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $296,571 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK133488-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10918204 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are individuals pursuing or considering careers in biomedical research, particularly those who are pre- or post-doctoral trainees.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research careers may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
The LAUNCH Professional Development Core focuses on enhancing the career preparation of trainees in biomedical research through structured educational experiences and effective mentorship. This program aims to build a comprehensive training framework that equips participants with essential skills for success in scientific careers. By leveraging the resources and collaborations among prestigious institutions like UCSF, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and Stanford University, the program provides individualized support and guidance for navigating career pathways in research. Trainees will have access to a network of professionals and opportunities to engage in team science.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the career readiness and success of trainees in biomedical research fields.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs at prestigious institutions have shown success in enhancing career development for trainees in biomedical fields.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chertow, Glenn Matthew — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Chertow, Glenn Matthew
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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.