CPIC Scholars Program Grant

CPIC Scholars Program Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
Last Updated: September 25, 2025

Summary

The CPIC Scholars Program, part of the Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN), offers education and career development opportunities for early-stage faculty and fellows. This initiative aims to foster the research careers of the next generation, focusing on congenital cytomegalovirus, neonatal herpes simplex virus, and enterovirus sepsis. Scholars engage in research projects and participate in CPIC Scholar Circles, enhancing their professional skills and knowledge in rare disease research.

Overview

Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network The RDCRN was established by Congress under the Rare Diseases Act in 2002. The network is an initiative of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), led by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences through is Division of Rare Diseases Research Innovation (formerly the Office of Rare Diseases Research). It is funded by collaborating NIH institutes, centers, and offices. Now in its fifth funding cycle, RDCRN supports 20 rare disease research groups (consortia) that partner with 127 affiliated patient advocacy groups. In total, 180 diseases are currently being studied at 273 active clinical sites, both in the United States and internationally. CPIC Scholars Program Opportunity Type: Education and Career Development Opportunities Goal: Program impacts the research career development of the next generation of rare diseases researchers focusing on congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) disease, neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection, and neonatal enterovirus (EV) and parechovirus (HPeV) sepsis. Sponsor: Congenital and Perinatal Infections Consortium (CPIC) Program Format Each Scholar will take part in a research project overseen by a home institution mentor. In addition, Scholars will participate in a semi-monthly, one-hour CPIC Scholar Circles to discuss career development topics. Scholars are expected to attend CPIC-related meetings at the annual ID Week. Additional training opportunities are also available.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The CPIC Scholars Program is open to interested fellows and early-stage faculty.