Training program for future leaders in global mental health research
Official title: Boston University Medical Campus- Massachusetts General Hospital Global Psychiatric Clinical Research Training Program
Funded at Boston Medical Center · NIH-10847875 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help new researchers learn how to improve mental health care in countries that need it most, by giving them hands-on training and support from experienced mentors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $412,778 |
| NIH project number | 1T32MH135857-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10847875 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are postdoctoral fellows interested in pursuing a career in global mental health research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in clinical research training or do not have a focus on mental health may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to train postdoctoral fellows to become independent clinical scientists focused on addressing global mental health challenges. Participants will receive comprehensive training that includes didactic instruction and hands-on clinical research experience in resource-limited settings. The program emphasizes collaboration across disciplines and cultures, preparing fellows to develop and implement strategies to improve mental health services in low- to middle-income countries. Mentorship from experienced faculty will guide fellows through their research endeavors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the capacity to address mental health issues globally, leading to improved mental health services and outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have successfully produced skilled researchers who have made significant contributions to mental health in various global contexts.
Where this research is happening
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Boston Medical Center
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Henderson, David C — Boston Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Henderson, David C
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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.