Federal Register #2026-08461

NIH Requests Comment on Information Collection for Clinical Research Training Impact Assessment

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection to assess the impact of its clinical research training programs. - Government Buyer: - National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of Clinical Research Education and Collaboration Outreach (OCRECO), Office of the Director - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of products or services - Products/Services Requested: - Approval for a survey to evaluate the long-term outcomes of NIH clinical research training programs - Focus areas include professional competence, research productivity, and career development among healthcare professionals - Estimated annualized burden: 2,725 hours for respondents - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The survey targets healthcare professionals and the general public - Assessment period covers up to ten years post-training - The initiative is designed to measure the effectiveness of NIH training programs - No part numbers, purchase quantities, or contract value are specified, as this is an information collection approval request, not a procurement

Description

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has submitted a request for review and approval of an information collection related to clinical research training and its impact on healthcare professionals in academia and clinical research. The survey aims to assess the long-term impact and outcomes of clinical research training programs over a ten-year follow-up period. It will provide insights on the promotion of professional competence, research productivity and independence, and future career development within clinical, translational, and academic research settings. The information will help develop recommendations for assessing the effectiveness of training courses and tracking the impact of the curriculum on participants' success in various research and academic settings. Comments on this information collection are requested by June 1, 2026.

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