Training program for early career psychiatrists to develop research skills
Official title: Research Colloquium for Junior Psychiatrist Investigators
Funded at American Psychiatric Assoc Foundation · NIH-11059928 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is here to help new psychiatrists grow their research skills with guidance from experienced mentors, focusing on areas like brain science and substance use, so they can become better researchers and improve mental health care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | American Psychiatric Assoc Foundation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $25,000 |
| NIH project number | 5R13DA060048-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11059928 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are early career psychiatrists who are looking to advance their research skills and contribute to the field of psychiatry.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not psychiatrists or who are not in the early stages of their research careers may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program is designed to support early career psychiatrist investigators by providing them with mentorship and resources to develop their research careers. Participants will engage in team-based and one-on-one mentorship across various research areas, including neuroscience, clinical psychobiology, and substance use research. The program offers an immersive experience with in-person components, allowing participants to collaborate and learn from experienced researchers. Each year, a select group of 15 early career psychiatrists will benefit from this comprehensive training.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance the skills and career trajectories of early career psychiatrists, ultimately leading to improved mental health research and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar mentorship and training programs have shown success in enhancing the research capabilities of early career professionals in various medical fields.
Where this research is happening
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American Psychiatric Assoc Foundation
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clarke, Diana Elaine — American Psychiatric Assoc Foundation
- Study coordinator: Clarke, Diana Elaine
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.