Training program to increase diversity in medical research careers
University of Texas Southwestern - Stimulating Access to Research in Residency (UT-StARR) Program
This program is working to inspire and train medical residents, especially women and minorities, to become researchers focused on heart and lung diseases that affect young adults with chronic illnesses, helping to bring more diverse voices into the world of medical research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10869952 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to address the shortage of M.D.-scientists by recruiting and training medical residents, particularly women and minorities, to pursue research careers. It focuses on diseases of the heart and lungs, which are significant health issues for patients with childhood-onset chronic illnesses who are now surviving into adulthood. The program will implement innovative strategies to enhance interest in research among medical students and provide them with the necessary training and resources to succeed in research. By fostering a diverse group of future researchers, the program seeks to improve the representation of underrepresented groups in the field of biomedical research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are medical residents, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, who are interested in pursuing a career in research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in medical training or do not have an interest in research careers may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and capable workforce of M.D.-scientists, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes in cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in medical research have shown promise, indicating that targeted training programs can successfully enhance representation and interest in research careers.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rohatgi, Anand Kumar — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Rohatgi, Anand Kumar
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.