{"id":10849,"date":"2023-11-15T12:27:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T17:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/urology\/?p=10849"},"modified":"2023-11-15T12:27:33","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T17:27:33","slug":"unc-urology-trainees-spratte-and-walker-shine-at-aua-early-career-investigators-workshop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/urology\/unc-urology-trainees-spratte-and-walker-shine-at-aua-early-career-investigators-workshop\/","title":{"rendered":"UNC Urology Trainees Spratte and Walker Shine at AUA Early Career Investigators Workshop"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nUNC Urology is \u00a0proud to announce an exceptional achievement of two of our rising stars, Dr. Brooke Spratte<\/a> and Dr. Colton Walker<\/a>, who were selected to participate in the prestigious AUA Early Career Investigators Workshop<\/a>. This year\u2019s workshop took place at the AUA Headquarters in Linthicum, Maryland on October 20-21, 2023. This remarkable accomplishment is a testament to their dedication and passion for advancing urological research.<\/p>\n

What magnifies the significance of this achievement is the fact that this workshop typically extends invitations to only about 30 nominees each year. The distinction of having both of our exceptional trainees secure their positions at this highly sought-after event is remarkable. Notably, Dr. Spratte’s selection as a second-year resident adds an extra layer of distinction, as residents are rarely chosen for this opportunity.<\/p>\n

About the ECIW<\/h2>\n

The Early-Career Investigators Workshop (ECIW)<\/a>, held annually, serves as a platform to nurture career development in the field of urologic research by equipping participants with the essential tools for successful grant writing. This program offers a unique opportunity for selected participants to engage in one-on-one mentoring sessions with scientific advisors, gain insights into navigating federally funded grant programs, directly interact with program officers, participate in mock peer reviews, and receive guidance on developing a fundable research program. Notably, several UNC Urology surgeon scientists, Drs. Ray Tan<\/a>, and Dave Friedlander<\/a>, and urologic oncology fellow, Dr. Kathryn Hacker Gessner<\/a>, are alumni of the ECIW.<\/div>\n

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Grateful for all @AmerUrological<\/a> does to support the next generation! \u2764\ufe0f\ud83d\ude4f https:\/\/t.co\/bYGTPLH5OH<\/a><\/p>\n

— Urology@UNC (@UNCurology) October 21, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n