This $392,258 Project Grant award from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) under the Diabetes, Digestive, and Kidney Diseases Extramural Research program (CFDA 93.847) supports the Joslin-BIDMC Post-Bac Program in Diabetes and Metabolism. The program aims to attract talented individuals from diverse backgrounds to pursue further training and careers in biomedical research related to metabolic diseases. The funding will enable participants to gain dedicated research experiences, mentoring, coursework, and professional development activities at the Joslin Diabetes Center and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC). A key component is the collaboration with the Biomedical Sciences Career Program, a non-profit organization, to effectively identify and support participants from underrepresented groups and disadvantaged backgrounds. This 4-year grant, awarded on September 1, 2024, is intended to provide the scientific, technical, and professional skills needed for participants to pursue doctoral degrees and dedicate their talents to the prevention, treatment, and cure of diabetes and related metabolic disorders.
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