Training program for future eye and vision researchers
Stanford K12 Clinician-Scientist Career Development Program
This program is all about helping new doctors and researchers learn how to improve eye health and vision, with guidance from experienced mentors and hands-on training, so they can become leaders in eye care and research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11072992 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program is designed to train and develop new clinician-scientists who will focus on eye and vision research. Participants will receive mentorship from experienced faculty and gain exposure to both basic and clinical research in ophthalmology. The program includes comprehensive courses and hands-on clinical experiences to prepare scholars for independent research careers. By fostering a supportive community, the program aims to cultivate future leaders in the field of vision science.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are early-career clinicians and researchers interested in pursuing a career in eye and vision science.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in clinical or research training may not directly benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to advancements in eye and vision research, ultimately improving patient care and treatment options.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully produced a new generation of clinician-scientists, indicating a strong potential for success in this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goldberg, Jeffrey L — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Goldberg, Jeffrey L
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.