MED297: Diabetes 101 for Healthcare Providers
Instructor: Dr. Marina Basina

Winter 2023 Mon: 12:30 - 1:20 pm
CCSR 4205
Contact Info: joray@stanford.edu

Diabetes is an extremely high-prevalence disease, that you will likely encounter on a consistent basis regardless of your medical specialty, so learning about the practical aspects of treatment is extremely useful. This course is designed to teach these practical skills about diabetes care, treatment and the latest research in the field. Diabetes 101 for healthcare providers is a lunch seminar style course with lectures on subjects like: A meal in the life of a diabetic; Pumps/ CGMs/ Artificial Pancreases; Beyond Types 1 and 2; The Psychology of diabetes and chronic disease; and Rare complications and future treatments.

SDRC Faculty Development Course: Elements of Grant Writing
Instructor: Dr. Seung Kim

We are pleased to offer our annual grant writing program designed to empower early- and mid-career SDRC members to strengthen their proposal development skills. 

Spring 2024 Sessions (90-minutes, all in-person):

  • May 21st, 1:30 PM 

  • May 24th, 1:30 PM

  • May 28th, 1:30 PM 

  • May 31st, 1:30 PM 

Location: Beckman TBD
Contact: Jessica B. Sarthi, jsarthi@stanford.edu

 What sets this course apart?

  • Developed and Led by a Practicing Scientist This intensive two-week course is led by Dr. Seung Kim, SDRC Director, who has extensive experience guiding researchers through the grant writing process.

  • Proven Track Record of Success: Past participants have secured a significant number of NIH awards, including R01s,  other R awards, and Foundation grants following completion of the course.

  • Focused Curriculum: The four 90-minute sessions consider the essential elements of grant writing, with a particular emphasis on crafting compelling R01 proposals.

  • Interactive Learning: Participants actively engage in reading and writing assignments designed to refine the scope and content of the specific aims. Group feedback sessions and one-on-one mentoring by Dr. Kim ensure personalized guidance and support.

Who should participate?

This course is ideal for early- and mid-career SDRC investigators seeking to enhance their grant writing skills and increase their competitiveness for NIH funding.

 Ready to Join? 

Space is limited to 4 participants for our in-person sessions. Preference given to SDRC members. Register now by emailing Jessica B. Sarthi (jsarthi@stanford.edu) to secure your spot.