Kristy Arbogast, PhD, winner of the Award for Excellence in Mentoring Research Trainees, tells how she balances supportive encouragement and independence.
Our research trainees at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia go on to treat, teach, and investigate at some of the best medical institutions in the world. As the next generation of pediatric scientists, the mentors they meet while at CHOP don't just influence their careers, but the future of children's health, too.
The Research Trainee Advisory Committee at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute has named Hakon Hakonarson, MD, PhD, the inaugural winner of its Award for Excellence in Mentoring Research Trainees. The award recognizes faculty who effectively guide and monitor advanced training and professional development of research trainees at CHOP.