Award
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University 5R25MD017950-05
Clinical Research Scholars Training (CREST) Program
Recipient
SUNY DOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER
Award Amount
$522,020.00
Ceiling
$522,020.00
Awarded
February 15, 2026
Identifier
5R25MD017950-05
Award for the Clinical Research Scholars Training (CREST) Program to train underrepresented physicians and nurses in research addressing health disparities and promoting health equity, led by experienced NIH-funded investigators.
Description
The program aims to increase the number of underrepresented physicians and nurses trained in rigorous research to address health disparities and promote health equity. It includes a 2-year didactic curriculum, mentored research, and pilot projects, delivered via hybrid and hyflex modalities. The project is led by an MPI team with NIH-funded experience, and aims to foster a diverse research workforce capable of conducting disparities and equity research.