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Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award (Parent K23 Independent Clinical Trial Required)

List of Required Information for Application:

1. Applicant Information:

- Full name

- Contact details (email, phone number, address)

- Clinical doctoral degree obtained

- Current position or affiliation

- Previous research experience (if any)

2. Research Proposal:

- Title of the proposed research project

- Detailed description of the research objectives and specific aims

- Background and significance of the research topic

- Methodology and experimental design

- Potential impact of the research on patient-oriented care

- Timeline for the project

- Any ethical considerations or potential risks involved

3. Mentor Information:

- Full name and credentials of the proposed mentor(s)

- Mentor's expertise in patient-oriented research

- Previous mentorship experience

- Statement of commitment from the mentor(s) to provide guidance and support throughout the award period

4. Training Plan:

- Description of the planned career development activities and mentoring activities

- How the proposed activities will enhance the applicant's skills and knowledge in patient-oriented research

- Any additional training opportunities or collaborations planned

5. Budget:

- Detailed budget breakdown of requested funds

- Justification for each budget item, including how it will support the research and career development goals

- Any additional sources of funding or support for the project

6. Letter of Support:

- Letter of support from the applicant's department or institution, endorsing the applicant's career development and research goals

- Letter of support from the proposed mentor(s), outlining their commitment to mentorship

7. Human Subjects Protection:

- Description of any involvement of human subjects in the research project

- Explanation of how the rights and welfare of human subjects will be protected

- Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval status or plan for obtaining approval

8. Data Sharing Plan:

- Description of how the research data will be managed and shared, including any plans for data dissemination, publication, or data sharing with other researchers

9. Biosketch:

- Updated curriculum vitae (CV) or biosketch of the applicant, highlighting relevant education, training, research experience, and publications

10. Other Supporting Documents:

- Any additional supporting documents, such as letters of collaboration or recommendation, relevant publications, or conference abstracts.

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