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-11168994 · 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 teaching faculty how to be better mentors for their students.
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 | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $66,737 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK136783-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11168994 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are individuals pursuing careers in kidney, urology, or hematology who are seeking professional development and mentorship.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not pursuing a career in these medical fields or those who are not in training programs may not benefit from this research.
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 to help participants identify and pursue impactful career paths beyond their training. The program also focuses on enhancing mentoring skills for faculty to foster effective mentor-mentee relationships. By leveraging resources from the University of Pittsburgh and other institutions, it 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
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.