Training program for predoctoral students in Translational Science
Official title: CTSA Predoctoral T32 at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Science Center · NIH-10897122 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program at The University of Texas Health Science Center is for graduate students who want to learn how to work together on research that helps patients, focusing on turning new ideas into real treatments, while also building skills in teamwork and community involvement.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $274,584 |
| NIH project number | 5T32TR004545-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10897122 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are predoctoral graduate students interested in pursuing a career in Translational Science.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a predoctoral degree or are not involved in research may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is designed for predoctoral graduate students to develop essential skills in team science, innovation, and scientific rigor. Participants will engage in innovative training that focuses on advancing patient-focused research from preclinical stages to clinical implementation. The program includes a graduate-level certificate in Translational Science and emphasizes community engagement, diversity, and career development through structured activities and mentoring. Monthly meetings will reinforce key concepts and foster collaboration among early career scientists.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance the skills of future researchers, leading to improved patient outcomes through more effective translational research.
How similar studies have gone: Similar training programs have shown success in developing skilled researchers who contribute significantly to patient-focused research.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Science Center
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chun, Yong-Hee Patricia — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Chun, Yong-Hee Patricia
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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.