We ShapE Future Leaders in Kidney, Urology, and Hematology Research

At the University of Michigan Kidney, Urology, and Hematology Research Training Network (UM KUHR), our mission is to identify, nurture, and train the next generation of scientific leaders addressing kidney, urological, and hematological diseases. By positively impacting training in the KUH domain, we enhance the individual research efforts of our trainees, fostering a deeper understanding of physiology and pathophysiology. This initiative drives the ongoing search for novel therapeutics and improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of KUH diseases. Together, we are making significant advancements in health care.

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Partnering Institutions

Upcoming events

2nd Annual KUHR-TN National Meeting

Emory Conference Center and Hotel, Atlanta, GA

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

UM O’Brien Center Retreat

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Training network Cores

Administrative Core

Ensures excellence in coordination and communication across the partnering institutions, the network cores and with the National KUHR network.

Networking Core

Optimize research interactions of the trainees across the national network and to establish and expand programs that will attract the next generation of scientists.

Professional Development Core

Focuses on enhancing trainee preparedness for successful research careers by ensuring high-quality research training and mentoring.

Training Core

Recruiting the brightest trainees for research careers in KUH diseases. By offering comprehensive knowledge, training, mentorship, and hands-on experience, we aim to develop these trainees into successful, long-term investigators in the field.

Contact

University of Michigan Medical School
5100 Brehm Tower
1000 Wall Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-5714
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Phone: (734) 936-5645
Fax: (734) 232-8162

Email: dikmj@umich.edu

Leadership

Program Directors

Rami Khoriaty, MD

Associate Professor of Hematology, Medical Oncology Division, Department of Internal Medicine

U2C Principal Investigator

Subramaniam Pennathur, MD

Chief and Professor of Nephrology Division, Department of Internal Medicine and Molecular and Integrative Physiology

U2C Principal Investigator

Aruna Sarma, PhD, MHA

Chief and Professor of Health Services Research Division, Department of Urology

U2C Principal Investigator

Training Core Lead

Laura H. Mariani, MD MSCE

Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Nephrology

Training Core Principal Investigator

Professional Development Core Lead

Aruna Sarma, PhD, MHA

Chief and Professor of Health Services Research Division, Department of Urology

Networking Core Program Lead

Julie Wright, MD

Associate Professor of Nephrology

Assistant Chair, Department of Internal Medicine