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Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award (Parent K23 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

List of required information for application:

1. Clinical doctoral degree: Provide details of your clinical doctoral degree, including the institution, year of completion, and any relevant specialization.

2. Commitment to patient-oriented research: Describe your commitment to conducting patient-oriented research and explain why you have chosen to focus your research endeavors in this area.

3. Career development plan: Outline your career development plan, including the specific goals and milestones you hope to achieve during the award period. Discuss how this award will enhance your skills and knowledge in patient-oriented research.

4. Research proposal: Prepare a detailed research proposal that outlines the specific patient-oriented research project you intend to pursue. Include objectives, methods, anticipated outcomes, and the significance of the research.

5. Mentorship team: Identify and provide information about your mentor(s) who will guide and support you throughout the award period. Include their qualifications, experience in patient-oriented research, and their role in your career development.

6. Training plan: Develop a training plan that addresses the specific skills and knowledge gaps you need to fill in order to successfully conduct patient-oriented research. Specify the training activities you will undertake and how they align with your career goals.

7. Research environment: Describe the research environment in which you will conduct your patient-oriented research. Include information about the facilities, resources, and collaborators available to support your research.

8. Previous research experience: Summarize your previous research experience, including publications, presentations, and any relevant achievements. Highlight how this experience has prepared you for a career in patient-oriented research.

9. Letters of support: Obtain letters of support from relevant individuals, such as your mentor(s), department chair, or collaborators. These letters should endorse your potential as a patient-oriented researcher and confirm the availability of necessary resources.

10. Budget: Prepare a detailed budget that outlines the funds you will require for your research project, career development activities, and any necessary resources. Justify the budget items and explain how they will contribute to your research and career development.

11. Timeline: Create a timeline that outlines the specific activities and milestones you plan to achieve during the award period. This timeline should align with your career development plan and research proposal.

12. CV and biosketch: Include an updated curriculum vitae (CV) and a biosketch that highlight your qualifications, relevant experiences, and publications.

13. Institutional support: Include a letter of support from your institution, indicating their commitment to providing the necessary support for your career development and research. This

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