Training veterinary students for careers in biomedical research
This study is all about helping veterinary students get better training for careers in research by giving them summer opportunities to work on real projects at Johns Hopkins University, where they can learn from experienced mentors and develop a love for research that helps animals and medicine.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10544293 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the training of veterinary students to prepare them for careers in biomedical research. It involves providing summer training programs where students engage in mentored research projects at Johns Hopkins University, allowing them to gain hands-on experience and connect with veterinarian-researcher role models. The program aims to foster a passion for research and improve the rigor of studies involving animal models, ultimately benefiting both animal welfare and clinical medicine.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterinary students interested in pursuing careers in biomedical research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterinary students or those not interested in research careers may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a new generation of veterinarians who are well-equipped to contribute to biomedical research, improving animal welfare and clinical outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully implemented similar training programs, demonstrating the effectiveness of mentorship and hands-on experience in fostering careers in biomedical research.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mankowski, Joseph L — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Mankowski, Joseph L
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 below.