Training the next generation of researchers in kidney, urologic, and blood diseases
Official title: Professional Development Core
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-11168857 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping future researchers who want to work on kidney, urologic, and blood diseases by giving them the tools and support they need to succeed in their careers, like training, coaching, and resources for personal growth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $96,519 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK140919-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11168857 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in pursuing careers in biomedical research related to kidney, urologic, or hematologic diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing a career in biomedical research or who do not have an interest in kidney, urologic, or blood diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on enhancing the training of future researchers in kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases. It aims to create a supportive educational environment that integrates various disciplines and fosters the success of trainees through conferences, biostatistical consultations, and individual coaching. The program will also offer resources for career development, including entrepreneurship training and leadership courses, to prepare participants for successful careers in biomedical research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved clinical care strategies for patients with kidney, urologic, and blood diseases by cultivating a more skilled and diverse workforce.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully implemented similar training programs, demonstrating the effectiveness of structured educational environments in enhancing research capabilities.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Freedman, Benjamin Solomon — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Freedman, Benjamin Solomon
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.