Training program for careers in kidney, urology, and hematology
Official title: PCT-KUH: Pittsburgh center for training in kidney, urology and hematology
Funded at University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-10987468 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help people training in kidney, urology, and hematology build important career skills and find meaningful job paths, while also improving how mentors support their growth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $65,836 |
| NIH project number | 1U2CDK136783-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987468 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program include medical trainees and early-career professionals interested in pursuing careers in kidney, urology, or hematology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in training or do not have an interest in these specific medical fields may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to equip trainees with essential career development skills in the fields of kidney, urology, and hematology. It provides a comprehensive curriculum and resources that help participants identify and pursue impactful career paths based on their scientific training. The program also focuses on enhancing the mentoring skills of faculty to foster effective mentor-mentee relationships. By leveraging the resources of the University of Pittsburgh and its partners, the initiative aims to create a supportive learning environment for professional growth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the career prospects and professional skills of trainees in kidney, urology, and hematology.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have shown success in enhancing career development and mentorship in various medical fields.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jhamb, Manisha — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Jhamb, Manisha
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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.