Training program for kidney, urology, and hematology research
Official title: PCT-KUH: Pittsburgh center for training in kidney, urology and hematology
Funded at University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-11168991 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help doctors and trainees who want to learn more about kidney, urology, and blood health by giving them hands-on research training and support from experienced mentors in a friendly environment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $163,396 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK136783-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11168991 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program include medical trainees and researchers interested in pursuing careers in nephrology, urology, or hematology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research training or who do not have an interest in these specific medical fields may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to provide a structured and intensive research training experience for both physicians and non-physician trainees interested in kidney, urology, and hematology. It focuses on developing essential skills for a successful career in these fields by fostering collaboration among major academic institutions in Pittsburgh. Participants will benefit from mentorship, resources, and a supportive learning environment designed to enhance their research capabilities and career prospects.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the training and career development of future researchers in kidney, urology, and hematology, leading to improved patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have shown success in enhancing research skills and collaboration in other medical fields, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sims-Lucas, Sunder — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Sims-Lucas, Sunder
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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.