TL1 ABSTRACT: We propose an integrated, city-wide Network for KUH research training (TL1 Training Core) for pre- and postdoctoral trainees doing original KUH research under the mentorship of experienced, scientifically diverse preceptors. We will create a vibrant, supportive and dynamic training environment to encourage trainees to investigate key KUH related questions affecting human health and disease. This U2C-TL1 training mechanism will connect the abundant and diverse clinical, translational, and basic science resources available in the Atlanta scientific community, creating a cohesive program promoting collaborative, supportive, interdisciplinary research. The “Atlanta Network Training In KUH Scientific Research (ATLANTIS Program)” will promote kidney, urologic, and hematologic research training for pre- and postdoctoral trainees at Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology (GA Tech), and Morehouse School of Medicine. Each provides unique training opportunities and complementary scientific strengths. We will recruit a talented pool of young scholars both locally and nationwide, including women and members of underrepresented minorities. To recruit outstanding trainees, the Network and TL1 Cores will work together to promote KUH research and ATLANTIS training among undergraduates, particularly at HBCUs, graduate students and postdoc trainees. Through required and elective coursework, ATLANTIS will provide predoctoral and postdoctoral scholars with the core competencies and skills they need to achieve their specific goals and to succeed in a KUH research-intensive career. We will provide mentored training in essential and innovative research techniques, data analysis, scientific writing, and oral presentations. Trainees will meet with their mentor and Program Leadership at regular intervals to review their accomplishments and goals, as well as to identify future opportunities. Mentors will discuss the scholar’s challenges and guide them in finding solutions to these roadblocks. We will continually evaluate and improve the program based on trainee and mentor feedback. The program’s success and areas for improvement will also be identified based on an annual review of current and former trainee accomplishments, such as published manuscripts, grants and patents, positions and promotions obtained, and honors received. Thus, the goals of the ATLANTIS TL1 are to: 1) develop a network bringing together TL1 and other KUH trainees and mentors for direct peer-to-peer communication, collaboration, and proactive engagement, 2) develop an integrated city-wide institutional network for KUH research training and recruitment, 3) engage undergraduates, especially from Atlanta HBCUs, and 4) develop an integrated professional development program that enhances trainee and preceptor development. To achieve these goals, we will develop a broad mentor and leadership scientific training base from KUH-related programs across Atlant...