# Applied Genomics in Infectious Diseases

> **NIH NIH T32** · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · 2020 · $285,077

## Abstract

Project Summary/Abstract
The intersection of genomics and infectious diseases has defined one of the most important leading edges
in contemporary science and one of the most critical areas of advancement in medicine, and as a result,
has provided a rich intellectual foundation for the training of postdoctoral scholars in infectious diseases.
The objectives of the grant are to train M.D. and Ph.D. post-doctoral fellows in the application of genomics
to infectious diseases, and to prepare them for successful, productive, independent careers that have a
significant impact on the health-related research needs of the nation. We propose to prepare all trainees-
irrespective of whether they intend to conduct their research at the bench or from the bedside, in
fundamentals of both genomics and applied clinical investigation, with the goal of enhancing the translation
of scientific discoveries into clinical practice. We request support for five postdoctoral fellows each year.
Ph.D. candidates who have completed their thesis work and M.D. candidates who have completed their
clinical training will be evaluated by the Program's Steering Committee and offered admission on the basis
of exceptional academic record, faculty interviews, and interest in, and aptitude for research. Every effort
will be made to attract minority candidates. The training program will be interdisciplinary, involving faculty
from Applied Physics, Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Emergency
Medicine, Genetics, Health Research and Policy, Medicine, Microbiology & Immunology, Pathology, and
Pediatrics. All fellows will train for at least two years. Each trainee will be encouraged to take courses in
clinical research and in basic sciences related to genomics. Additionally, each trainee will complete a two-
year interdisciplinary core curriculum in applied genomics of infectious diseases. Beginning in the first year,
each fellow will embark on an in-depth research project supervised by one or more of the Program's faculty;
in many cases, joint-mentoring will involve faculty from different disciplines. In this way, many research
projects will be cross-disciplinary. Seminars by trainees and an annual research retreat will promote
interactions between program participants. While support from the Training grant will be for one year, a
minimum of two years of support is guaranteed for each trainee using funds from the faculty mentor; all
fellows will be encouraged to seek independent support after the first year. The program intends to meet a
recognized need for clinician-scientists in Infectious Diseases who are trained in functional and applied
genomics – a recognized strength at Stanford University School of Medicine. This training grant has been,
and continues to be the primary source of postdoctoral research training support for clinician-scholars.
Trainees are expected to transition to independent positions in academia or industry, or positions in publi...

## Key facts

- **NIH application ID:** 9947851
- **Project number:** 5T32AI007502-25
- **Recipient organization:** STANFORD UNIVERSITY
- **Principal Investigator:** DAVID A. RELMAN
- **Activity code:** T32 (R01, R21, SBIR, etc.)
- **Funding institute:** NIH
- **Fiscal year:** 2020
- **Award amount:** $285,077
- **Award type:** 5
- **Project period:** 1995-08-01 → 2022-02-28

## Primary source

NIH RePORTER: https://reporter.nih.gov/project-details/9947851

## Citation

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