The goal of this Training Program continues to be the provision of fundamental training at the postdoctoral level in basic and clinical research as it relates to the skin. The attached trainee summaries attest to the broad scope and excellence of the training provided and the investigations performed. Our primary aim remains the training of young physician-scientists and investigators for careers in academic dermatology. In response to recent NIH-directed initiatives, and in concert with the expertise available at Washington University School of Medicine, we have expanded the scope of training opportunities and scientific expertise available to our trainees. We have strategically focused upon four areas of research: 1) Epithelial and keratinocyte biology; 2) Bone and matrix biology, 3) Molecular Genetics and 4) Inflammation, enlisting preceptors that are internationally-recognized investigators at Washington University. We are enthusiastic about these opportunities, and anticipate that our strategy will be successful in the support and development of young investigators. Continuing on the forefront of biomedical research remains our goal and we have developed our program strategy with this aim specifically in mind. We are currently recruiting two tenure-track faculty members and are confident that this will only serve to further strengthen this program, and the quality of scientific opportunities afforded to the trainees.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
Type
Institutional National Research Service Award (T32)
Project #
5T32AR007284-27
Application #
7002039
Study Section
Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Special Grants Review Committee (AMS)
Program Officer
Baker, Carl
Project Start
2004-05-01
Project End
2009-04-30
Budget Start
2005-05-01
Budget End
2006-04-30
Support Year
27
Fiscal Year
2005
Total Cost
$150,072
Indirect Cost
Name
Washington University
Department
Pediatrics
Type
Schools of Medicine
DUNS #
068552207
City
Saint Louis
State
MO
Country
United States
Zip Code
63130
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