Would structured guidance, a supportive community, and dedicated time help you stay focused and move your research forward next spring? The Center for Advanced Research Training & Innovation (CARTI) is offering two peer-based programs designed to help early-stage faculty stay focused, accountable, and connected.
Peer Mentoring Groups for Faculty
This program is designed to support UMB research faculty in achieving professional milestones, enhancing project management, and building a strong research community. Seventy-five percent of past participants improved their ability to create goals, found that the group assisted them in overcoming obstacles, and felt closer to accomplishing their academic career goals.
Groups will meet via Zoom twice a month for one hour between the weeks of Jan. 26 and March 23 (five sessions total).
Learn more and sign up by Jan. 20, 2026
Scholarly Writing Accountability Groups (SWAG) for Faculty
This program is designed to support faculty in increasing writing productivity and developing sustainable writing habits. Seventy-five percent of participants submit a scholarly product after participating in a SWAG.
Groups will meet via Zoom once a week for one hour between the weeks of Jan. 26 and March 9 (seven weeks).
Groups will be formed based on these focus areas:
- K Grant Applications
- R01 Grant Applications
- Manuscripts and Other Non-Grant Writing Projects
Learn more and sign up by Jan. 20, 2026
All programs offer a supportive community, structured time, and accountability to achieve your research goals next spring. Please reach out if you have any questions to smendoza@som.umaryland.edu.