Training program for future cancer researchers and doctors
Yale Cancer Center Advanced Training Program for Physician-Scientists (YCC-ATPP)
This study is all about helping doctors who are training in cancer care to become independent researchers, giving them the support and skills they need to make important discoveries in cancer treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10849042 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Yale Cancer Center Advanced Training Program for Physician-Scientists (YCC-ATPP) is designed to prepare hematology and medical oncology fellows for careers as independent researchers in cancer. This program addresses the challenges faced by fellows, such as limited research time and funding, by providing dedicated mentorship, funding support, and tailored training. Participants will engage in specialized courses and gain hands-on experience in cancer research, enhancing their skills in both clinical practice and fundamental cancer biology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are hematology and medical oncology fellows who aspire to become physician-scientists.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in hematology or oncology training may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to improved cancer treatments and outcomes through the development of well-trained physician-scientists.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully produced skilled physician-scientists who contribute significantly to cancer research.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Herbst, Roy S — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Herbst, Roy S
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 below.