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
$100k
Max Salary
80%
Projected Research Time
Latest News
Thinwa receives pilot grant
Josephine Thinwa, M.D., Ph.D., has received a $150,000 CDKL5 Program of Excellence Pilot Grant from the Orphan Disease Center and Loulou Foundation to support her research related to CDKL5 deficiency disorder, a rare brain development condition caused by a change in the CDLK5 gene.
David Altshuler visits UT Southwestern
Dr. David M. Altshuler, Chief Scientific Officer at Vertex Pharmaceuticals visited the campus on March 27th and 28th, 2025 and gave both the Dennis K. Stone University Lecture in Biomedical Sciences and the Seldin Keynote Lecture at Internal Medicine Grand Rounds.
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