Training program for kidney and blood disease research
Official title: Administration Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10987324 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a training program to help more people learn how to treat kidney, urologic, and blood diseases, so they can better support patients and their families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $292,347 |
| NIH project number | 1U2CDK136784-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987324 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include individuals interested in advancing research in kidney, urologic, and hematological diseases, particularly those who may benefit from enhanced treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated health conditions or those not engaged in research training may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a comprehensive training program aimed at expanding the workforce skilled in addressing kidney, urologic, and benign hematological diseases. It will provide mentorship and research training across various institutions, including the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania. The program aims to equip trainees with advanced scientific approaches and concepts to tackle the personal and socio-economic burdens associated with these diseases. By fostering collaboration among multiple universities and research centers, it seeks to enhance the quality of research and education in these critical areas.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment and management strategies for patients suffering from kidney and blood diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other training programs in related fields have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and improving patient outcomes, indicating a positive precedent for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Holzman, Lawrence B. — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Holzman, Lawrence B.
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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.