Training scientists to improve healthcare delivery systems
Official title: Learning Health System Embedded Scientist Training and Research Center
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-11004302 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about training a team of scientists to work with doctors and patients to make healthcare better and safer for everyone, so if you're interested in improving patient care, this could be for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $999,372 |
| NIH project number | 5P30HS029738-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004302 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include patients receiving care within UCSF-affiliated health systems who are interested in contributing to the improvement of healthcare practices.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not receiving care within the UCSF-affiliated health systems may not benefit directly from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a workforce of scientists who will work within healthcare systems to enhance the quality, safety, and efficiency of patient care. By integrating diverse teams that include clinicians, data experts, and patient stakeholders, the program aims to create real-time improvements in healthcare practices and patient outcomes. The initiative will provide training and resources to individuals who are committed to making impactful changes in healthcare delivery. Participants will engage in collaborative research that addresses the needs of various patient populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the quality and efficiency of healthcare delivery for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives in integrated Learning Health Systems have shown promise in enhancing healthcare delivery, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gonzales, Ralph — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Gonzales, Ralph
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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.