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The Center for Innovation in Brain Science is leading initiatives to train the next generation of neuroscience researchers, with a strong focus on translational research and drug discovery. Supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the center offers specialized programs that bridge the gap between basic science, clinical research, and the application of drug discovery strategies.
Fellows receive hands-on experience in drug discovery and translational research, working closely with leading scientists across the university. This exposure includes the design and implementation of clinical trials and bench-to-bedside drug development.
The program focuses on using emerging tools like multi-omics data, machine learning, and high-performance computing, which are critical to advancing drug discovery in neuroscience.
Trainees are immersed in a learning environment that emphasizes leadership and collaboration, preparing them to manage multidisciplinary teams in a rapidly evolving research landscape.
The programs are open to top students and early-career professionals from a variety of backgrounds, ensuring a rich learning environment that fosters innovation and cross-disciplinary approaches to solving problems in neuroscience.
Through mentorship, exposure to innovative research, and hands-on experience in clinical and translational research, trainees are prepared to make transformative contributions to healthcare research and lead in neuroscience.
Curriculum focused on personalized medicine, where students are encouraged to understand the unique biological makeup and life experiences of each patient. By listening to patients and their caregivers, the students are likely gaining crucial insights into how best to treat individuals, acknowledging that a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy may not always be effective.
Our approach to problem-based learning (PBL) emphasizes the integration of diverse data sources, fostering a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment. By exposing students to real-world scenarios, PBL allows them to actively engage with complex problems, such as tailoring personalized therapies for patients. The model encourages students to think critically about the intersection of medical knowledge, genomics, and computational technology, honing their ability to make data-driven decisions in clinical settings.
The Translational Research on Alzheimer’s Disease and AD-related Dementias (TRADD) program, funded by a five-year, $1.8 million grant in partnership with the University of Arizona Clinical and Translational Sciences program, aims to foster the development of interdisciplinary cohorts of students. These students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the entire translational research process, from target discovery to clinical trial execution. By focusing on team science and the integration of diverse disciplines, TRADD prepares future leaders in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias research, empowering them to drive innovation and impact in the field. The program is aligned with the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) and aims to fill gaps in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) translational research.
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CIBS has two research education programs designed to enhance workforce training to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral and clinical research needs.
DREAMS (Diversity in Research Education in Aging Medicine and Science) is a research education program designed to support students from tribal colleges and universities with a high Native American/Alaska Native (NA/AI) student population. The program focuses on developing scientific literacy, research skills, and laboratory experience, with a particular emphasis on aging-related topics. By providing students with the tools and knowledge necessary for scientific inquiry, DREAMS aims to foster a new generation of researchers who can contribute to advancing our understanding of aging and related health issues within Native communities. R25xxxxxxxxx
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This program provides research education, training, and mentoring specifically for Native American/Alaska Native (NA/AI) post-baccalaureate students. NDEED (Neuroscience Diversity to Elevate Education and Research Development) is designed to support a successful transition to graduate school and the completion of a graduate degree in neuroscience or a related field. Through tailored mentoring and hands-on research experiences, the program aims to empower NA/AI students, helping them build the necessary skills and confidence to pursue advanced degrees and careers in neuroscience and related disciplines. R25xxxxxx
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The broad objective of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center – (REC) is to enhance and support the development of a multidisciplinary group of early career research leaders focused on Alzheimer’s Disease (AD)-related disorders and brain aging. The joint program offers a wide range of experiences and activities to help participants gain a comprehensive and integrated perspective, equipping them to conduct critical and impactful studies in these areas. Emphasis is placed on adopting an interdisciplinary scientific approach, highlighting the importance of sound and effective translational science to bridge laboratory research with real-world applications. Through this approach, participants will be prepared to contribute to advancing knowledge and treatment in the field of Alzheimer’s Disease and brain aging.
The Arizona Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) is one of 31 ADRCs nationwide and is funded by the National Institute on Aging. The REC supports research scholar training and leverages the unique location of the Southwest to advance the study and care of Latino and Native Americans who are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
We are recruiting post-baccalaureate, predoctoral PhD and MD/PhD trainees across multiple scientific disciplines. Through these training programs, trainees gain important knowledge, experience and leadership skills necessary to conduct translational team science and manage multidisciplinary teams in the 21st century.