Training program to enhance student development in biomedical research at Virginia Tech
Official title: Virginia Tech Initiative to Maximize Student Development
Funded at Virginia Polytechnic Inst and St Univ · NIH-11018314 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping students from underrepresented backgrounds get better training in biomedical research at Virginia Tech, so they can successfully complete their PhD programs and contribute to a diverse and skilled workforce in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Polytechnic Inst and St Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Blacksburg, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $279,245 |
| NIH project number | 1T32GM156676-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11018314 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are students pursuing or interested in PhD programs in biomedical fields, especially those from underrepresented minority groups.
✕Less likely to help
Students who are not pursuing a career in biomedical research or who are not interested in PhD programs may not benefit from this initiative.
What this research studies
This initiative focuses on improving the training of students in biomedical research, particularly targeting underrepresented minorities. The program will collaborate with multiple departments at Virginia Tech to provide a structured training approach that includes phases for moving into, through, and out of the program. Participants will engage with faculty and alumni to enhance their educational experience and increase their chances of completing PhD programs successfully. The goal is to create a diverse and highly skilled workforce in the biomedical field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of well-trained PhD graduates in biomedical research, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at maximizing student development in similar contexts have shown success in improving PhD completion rates among underrepresented minorities.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Polytechnic Inst and St Univ
Blacksburg, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Auguste, Albert J. — Virginia Polytechnic Inst and St Univ
- Study coordinator: Auguste, Albert J.
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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.