Inquiry and Innovation
Research is a core component of the University of Wisconsin Pulmonary and Critical Care fellowship. With support from investigators in our division, department and campus, you’ll contribute to research progress and learn how to develop, run, and and perform statistical analysis for investigations.
Learn more about our department’s research environment.
Personalized Research Experience
We structure the research experience to support your individual career goals.
- February/March of your first year: Learn about research projects available, select a mentor and clarify your research goals
- Start of second year: Use additional research blocks to get more involved in research and dedicated time to conduct research, author papers, present and work towards publication
- Third year: Expand, individualize and present your project, and work towards publication
Learn more about mentoring in our fellowship.
Protected Time
Our program structure provides you with the following protected time for research:
- approximately 10% time in the first year
- approximately 30% in the second year
- approximately 50% in the third year
If you have a strong desire to pursue research, we will tailor your second- and third-year blocks to accommodate.
Opportunities for Collaboration
Whether you are interested in basic, translational, clinical or health services research, there’s a collaborator for you here. Here are some programs that might interest you:
Presentations, Publications, and Awards
Fellows present research findings at these conferences:
- American Thoracic Society
- American College of Chest Physicians
- Critical Care Congress
- Other national meetings, depending on the focus of your research project
Getting Funded
Your mentor will work with you individually to identify grant funding opportunities.
Our department also offers a pilot award program for residents and fellows, and our Office of Research Services provides biostatistical services, grant writing education and other career development opportunities for learners.