Training program to diversify the STEM workforce in cardiovascular sciences
Official title: CD-Cavs: Cross-Disciplinary Cardiovascular Sciences Training Program to Diversify the STEM workforce
Funded at Cleveland State University · NIH-10906050 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help students from different backgrounds who are interested in heart-related science by giving them hands-on training and support from experienced mentors at Cleveland State University and the Cleveland Clinic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cleveland State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2020 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $193,198 |
| NIH project number | 5T32HL150389-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906050 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are pre-doctoral students from backgrounds that are under-represented in STEM fields.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in STEM or who are not pre-doctoral students may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to train pre-doctoral students from diverse backgrounds who are under-represented in STEM fields, particularly in cardiovascular sciences. It is a collaborative effort between Cleveland State University and the Lerner Research Institute of the Cleveland Clinic, providing a rich training environment with access to exceptional NIH-funded research and strong mentorship. The program focuses on enhancing participation in STEM careers by offering educational opportunities and resources to students in an urban setting with a diverse population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the representation of under-represented minorities in STEM careers, particularly in cardiovascular research.
How similar studies have gone: Other training programs aimed at diversifying STEM fields have shown success in increasing participation rates among under-represented groups.
Where this research is happening
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Cleveland State University
Cleveland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bond, Meredith — Cleveland State University
- Study coordinator: Bond, Meredith
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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.