Training program for future oncologist-researchers
Official title: NU-TRIHO (Northwestern University Translational Research in Hematology-Oncology) Training Program
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-10840271 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The NU-TRIHO Training Program at Northwestern University is designed to help new doctors who want to specialize in treating blood cancers and other related conditions by giving them hands-on training and research opportunities to grow their careers in medicine.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $286,459 |
| NIH project number | 5T32CA268935-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10840271 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are individuals pursuing careers in Hematology-Oncology who have completed their clinical training.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in research or clinical practice in Hematology-Oncology may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
The NU-TRIHO Training Program at Northwestern University aims to prepare the next generation of clinician-scientists in Hematology-Oncology. This program combines clinical practice with translational research, providing trainees with educational and research experiences that bridge basic and clinical sciences. Participants will receive intensive career development support, including counseling and resources to navigate their careers in academia. Trainees will be selected after completing a year of clinical training in Hematology-Oncology fellowships.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance the quality of care for patients with hematological and oncological conditions by training skilled clinician-scientists.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have successfully produced clinician-scientists who have made significant contributions to the field, indicating a strong potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Munshi, Hidayatullah G. — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Munshi, Hidayatullah G.
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- 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.