Research Excellence
The Disease-Oriented Scholars (DOCS) Program fosters research excellence by supporting early-career faculty in developing impactful, independent research programs. The program provides structured mentorship, dedicated research time, and financial support to advance translational and clinical research. Scholars engage in rigorous training, collaborate with leading experts, and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that improve patient care. By cultivating the next generation of research leaders, the DOCS Program strengthens UT Southwestern’s commitment to scientific innovation and excellence in disease-oriented research.
By the Numbers
$1M
Funding
4 Years
Duration
80%
Protected Research Time
Latest News
Tong honored with AHA Jack Sarver Prize
Dan "Amanda" Tong, M.D., Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and Molecular Biology, has been selected to receive the 2026 Jack Sarver Prize in Basic Science from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Tatara Receives UT System Grant
Alex Tatara, M.D., Ph.D., Assistant Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases and Geographic Medicine, has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Trauma Research and Combat Casualty Care Collaborative, an initiative of the University of Texas System, to support research aimed at preventing infections following severe injury.
Dr. Danielle Callaway Named Newest DOCS Awardee from the Department of Pediatrics
The DOCS Selection Committee is pleased to announce that Dr. Danielle Callaway, Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, is the newest DOCS awardee, effective June 2026.
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