Training program in chemical principles for various scientific fields
NC State Chemistry of Life Training Program (CLTP)
The Chemistry of Life Training Program at NC State University is designed to help graduate students learn important chemistry skills that they can use in various fields like medicine and engineering, combining hands-on experiments with lectures to get them ready for exciting careers in research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Carolina State University Raleigh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10846827 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Chemistry of Life Training Program (CLTP) at NC State University focuses on providing graduate students with essential training in chemical principles applicable to diverse fields such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Engineering, and Medicine. The program combines both lecture-based and experimental training to ensure students gain technical proficiency and a strong foundation in chemical biology. By collaborating with multiple colleges and departments, the CLTP aims to prepare students for successful careers in academic, government, and industrial research settings. The program emphasizes responsible science and interdisciplinary education to meet the evolving expectations of graduate students.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are graduate students pursuing a PhD in fields related to chemistry and life sciences.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing graduate education in relevant scientific fields may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this training program could enhance the skill sets of future scientists, leading to improved research outcomes across various disciplines.
How similar studies have performed: Similar interdisciplinary training programs have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and career outcomes for graduate students in the sciences.
Where this research is happening
Raleigh, United States
- North Carolina State University Raleigh — Raleigh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pierce, Joshua G. — North Carolina State University Raleigh
- Study coordinator: Pierce, Joshua G.
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.