Training program for kidney, urology, and hematology researchers in San Diego
Official title: The Professional Development Core for The San Diego Regional Network Award for Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Research Training
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-11169084 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help researchers in kidney, urology, and blood disorders improve their skills in writing, presenting, and managing teams, while also promoting diversity and teamwork, all to support their future careers in research right here in San Diego.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $10,206 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK136780-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11169084 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program include early-career researchers and scholars interested in advancing their skills in kidney, urology, and hematology research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research training or who are not pursuing a career in these medical fields may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program focuses on enhancing the skills of researchers in kidney, urology, and hematology through structured training in areas such as manuscript and grant writing, oral presentation, and personnel management. Participants will engage in mock study sections and receive mentorship to prepare for their future careers in research. The program emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusivity, ensuring that all scholars develop collaborative skills and individual development plans that are revisited throughout their training. This initiative aims to foster a supportive research environment in the San Diego area.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the quality of research training and collaboration in kidney, urology, and hematology, leading to better patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and fostering collaboration among medical professionals, indicating a positive outlook for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Trejo, Joann — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Trejo, Joann
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.