Training undergraduate students in pediatric biomedical science
Official title: The Pediatric Biomedical Research Program
Funded at Sanford Research/usd · NIH-10557070 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program gives undergraduate students in South Dakota a chance to dive into exciting research in children's health, helping them explore science careers while also encouraging a diverse group of future scientists.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sanford Research/usd NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Sioux Falls, United States) |
| Project start | January 10, 2019 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $102,536 |
| NIH project number | 5R25HD097633-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10557070 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate students in South Dakota interested in pursuing careers in biomedical research, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergraduate students or those outside of South Dakota may not receive direct benefits from this program.
What this research studies
The Pediatric Biomedical Research Program at Sanford Research offers undergraduate students in South Dakota hands-on research experiences in pediatric biomedical science. This program aims to support students in pursuing scientific careers while promoting diversity within the scientific community. Participants will engage in cutting-edge research, attend career development workshops, and benefit from peer mentoring and outreach activities designed to inspire future scientists. The program focuses on building career pipelines and enhancing community awareness of science.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the training and career opportunities for undergraduate students in pediatric biomedical science.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs have successfully increased diversity and career readiness in the scientific community, indicating a positive precedent for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Sanford Research/usd
Sioux Falls, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Lance — Sanford Research/usd
- Study coordinator: Lee, Lance
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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.