The Impact of a Fogarty International Center-Supported Tuberculosis Research Training Program in the Country of Georgia.

ABSTRACT: In 2004, there existed limited tuberculosis (TB) research capacity in the country of Georgia. In response, a collaborative research training program (RTP) supported by a National Institutes of Health Fogarty International Center Global Infectious Diseases grant was formed between a U.S. academic institution and the National Center for Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (NCTLD) and other institutions in Georgia. We sought to assess outcomes of this RTP. The TB RTP combined didactic and mentored research training for Georgian trainees. Long-term trainees were supported for a 2-year period and with posttrainee career development mentoring. Metrics used to measure program performance included publications, grants received, and career advancement. From 2004 to 2015, 20 trainees participated in the p

SUBMITTER: Kempker RR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5928822 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature