Training program for students to prevent pediatric injuries and violence
The Pediatric Injury and Violence Prevention Student Internship Training Program (INSIGHT)
The INSIGHT program is a friendly 8-week internship for college students who want to learn about preventing injuries and violence in children, especially in communities that need more support, while gaining valuable research skills for their future careers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11073053 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Pediatric Injury and Violence Prevention Student Internship Training Program (INSIGHT) offers an intensive 8-week mentored research experience for upper-level undergraduate students. This program focuses on addressing pediatric injury and violence, which are significant causes of death and disability among children, particularly affecting minority groups. Participants will engage in hands-on research, receive professional development training, and contribute to increasing the diversity of the research workforce in this critical area. The program aims to equip students with the skills necessary for successful careers in pediatric research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are upper-level undergraduate students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds in research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not students or who do not have an interest in pursuing a career in pediatric injury and violence prevention may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research program could lead to a more diverse and skilled workforce dedicated to preventing pediatric injuries and violence, ultimately improving child health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in increasing diversity and engagement in pediatric research, indicating that this approach is both effective and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Patel, Kushang — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Patel, Kushang
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.