RT Journal
A1 Fleming M, Burnham EL, Huskins W
T1 MEntoring translational science investigators
JF JAMA
JO JAMA
YR 2012
FD November 21
VO 308
IS 19
SP 1981
OP 1982
DO 10.1001/jama.2012.14367
UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jama.2012.14367
AB 
The success of K programs in developing successive generations of clinical researchers is well established.1 However, approximately half of K-funded scholars do not ultimately compete for R-level funding or develop sustainable research programs.1 Many K-funded scholars, especially physicians, will leave a research environment by the end of their K-funding period and pursue other career opportunities. Although a number of institutional-level strategies have been implemented to support and train K scholars, strong, active mentorship is one of the most powerful predictors of academic success.