Training scientists in health system competencies for better patient care
Official title: Research Education Core (REC)
Funded at Boston Medical Center · NIH-11004280 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new and experienced scientists learn how to do important research that improves patient care in community health systems, so they can work better together and make a real difference for people like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $395,408 |
| NIH project number | 5P30HS029752-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004280 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are early and mid-career scientists in the medical and research fields seeking mentorship and training in health system competencies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the training or mentorship of scientists may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Boston Health Equity & community-Aligned Learning Health System (Boston HEALHS) Research Education Core (REC) focuses on training and mentoring a diverse group of scientists in learning health system competencies. This initiative aims to enhance their skills and expertise within a safety net health system, ensuring they are well-prepared to conduct impactful research. The program provides individualized mentorship and connects scientists with leaders in academia and healthcare, fostering a collaborative environment for professional growth. By recruiting early and mid-career MD or PhD faculty, the REC aims to build a strong foundation for future embedded research that directly benefits patient care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare practices and outcomes for patients served by safety net systems.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of this program may be novel, similar educational initiatives have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and improving patient care in health systems.
Where this research is happening
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Boston Medical Center
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Drainoni, Mari-Lynn — Boston Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Drainoni, Mari-Lynn
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.