1. What is provided by the T-35 training grant?

The training grant funds the student stipend and provides additional funds that can be used to permit the presentation of results at a scientific meeting.

2. Who is eligible ?

Any student that is presently enrolled in an accredited US medical school.

3. Can I apply even if I am enrolled at UT Southwestern?

Yes! A certain proportion of the training grant slots will be available to students enrolled at UT Southwestern.

4. Why should I apply (follow up to FAQ #2) ?

The answer is that this is a competitive program. Like any other honor, successful competition for a training grant 'slot' is an achievement that will help to identify students who have distinguished themselves from their peers.

5. Can all research projects be supported by the T-35 grant?

THe T-35 grant is funded by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Projects supported by this program must be in areas of NIDDK emphasis. These areas include: diabetes, obesity, endocrine disorders, metabolic diseases, cystic fibrosis, liver and intestinal diseases, nutrition, kidney disease, urologic disorders, hematologic diseases, stem cell research, basic biology of organ systems, and developmental and structural biology. Dr. McPhaul can help you to be certain that the project selected will be eligible for support via this program.