Training researchers to tackle global diseases
Official title: Research Training in Global Non-Communicable Diseases
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-10792581 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help new doctors at Massachusetts General Hospital learn how to tackle serious health issues like heart and lung diseases around the world, giving them the skills and support they need to find the best treatments and improve healthcare.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $450,155 |
| NIH project number | 5T32HL166133-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10792581 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are post-doctoral fellows interested in global health and non-communicable diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research training or do not have a background in health sciences may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program focuses on training post-doctoral fellows at Massachusetts General Hospital to address global non-communicable diseases, such as cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders. Participants will gain essential research skills and mentorship to understand optimal treatments and implementation strategies for these diseases. The training includes rigorous coursework at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and practical experiences in global health research. Fellows will also receive guidance on career development and research administration.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and treatment strategies for patients suffering from non-communicable diseases worldwide.
How similar studies have gone: Previous training programs in global health have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and addressing public health challenges.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haberer, Jessica Elizabeth — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Haberer, Jessica Elizabeth
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.