Training quantitative scientists for effective teamwork in biomedical research
Official title: Quantitative Team Science (QuanTS) Program
Funded at University of Kentucky · NIH-10950409 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping scientists who work with numbers in health research learn important teamwork skills through online courses and mentorship, so they can better collaborate and make a positive impact in their fields.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $369,399 |
| NIH project number | 1R25GM155474-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10950409 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are quantitative scientists currently working in the biomedical field who seek to enhance their teamwork and collaboration skills.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in quantitative science or biomedical research may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the skills of quantitative scientists who play a crucial role in interdisciplinary biomedical research. It will develop online educational modules that focus on ten essential collaborative skills needed for effective teamwork. Additionally, a mentorship program will provide experiential training and guidance to help these scientists apply their skills in real-world settings. The program is designed to be flexible and accessible, allowing participants to learn at their own pace while receiving support from experienced mentors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the effectiveness of quantitative scientists in collaborative biomedical research, leading to better research outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives in training and mentorship for interdisciplinary collaboration have shown positive outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Slade, Emily — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Slade, Emily
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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.