Training program for future pharmacologists
Official title: Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology Training Program
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-10828270 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed for graduate students at UCSD who want to deepen their understanding of how drugs work at the cellular level, combining classes with hands-on research to prepare them for exciting careers in pharmacology.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $575,303 |
| NIH project number | 1T32GM153123-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10828270 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are graduate students in biomedical sciences who are interested in specializing in pharmacology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in pharmacology or related fields may not benefit from this training program.
What this research studies
This program offers advanced training in cellular and molecular pharmacology for graduate students at UCSD. Participants will gain essential skills and knowledge in pharmacology through a combination of coursework and hands-on research experiences. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, ethics, and effective communication, preparing students for careers in pharmacological sciences. Students typically join the program after their first year of graduate studies, allowing them to build on foundational knowledge and engage with experienced mentors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this training program could lead to the development of highly skilled pharmacologists who can contribute to advancements in drug development and therapeutic strategies.
How similar studies have gone: This program builds on a long-standing tradition of successful pharmacology training programs, indicating a strong foundation and proven track record in this area.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, Joan Heller — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Brown, Joan Heller
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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.