Training program for Ph.D. students in pharmacological sciences
Integrative Pharmacological Sciences Training Program (IPSTP)
['FUNDING_TRAINING'] · MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10841417
This study is all about helping Ph.D. students at Michigan State University learn more about how drugs work and how to discover new ones, so they can better understand and treat diseases.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_TRAINING'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10841417 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Integrative Pharmacological Sciences Training Program (IPSTP) at Michigan State University focuses on enhancing the education of Ph.D. students in pharmacology. This program supports students in their 2nd and 3rd years as they conduct dissertation research, providing them with advanced training in drug discovery, in vivo pharmacology, and big data analysis. The program emphasizes the integration of molecular mechanisms of disease with therapeutic design and employs systems biology to understand drug mechanisms. Students will work closely with faculty from various departments, gaining a comprehensive understanding of pharmacological sciences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Ph.D. students in pharmacological sciences or related fields who are in their 2nd or 3rd year of study.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a Ph.D. in pharmacological sciences or related disciplines will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to the development of innovative therapies and improved understanding of drug mechanisms, ultimately benefiting patients with various diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully produced advancements in pharmacological research and therapeutic development, indicating a strong potential for success.
Where this research is happening
EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES
- MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY — EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DORRANCE, ANNE M. — MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: DORRANCE, ANNE M.
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 below.