Research Training

All fellows complete a research project of their choice during their second year. The project can be mentored by any of the diverse faculty in the division or outside the division. It can span basic science, translational, clinical or epidemiological topics. For fellows invested in an academic career, an optional 3rd year of research training is available.

Basic Science and Translational Research

Multiple faculty members and medical school resources are available to fellows interested in basic science and translational research:

  • For fellows new to this type of research, formal training in laboratory techniques is available in the summer of the second year through a nine-week Postdoctoral Research Training Program. There are no clinical responsibilities during this time.
  • The George M. O'Brien Renal Center at the University of Michigan offers a range of support for young investigators interested in translational research.
  • Several basic science nephrology faculty members are available as mentors in diverse areas of nephrology.

Clinical Science and Epidemiology Research

Multiple faculty members and medical school resources are available to fellows interested in clinical research: