Applications are now open for the 2026 National Institutes of Health (NIH) mHealth Training Institute (mHTI), a premier program dedicated to developing the next generation of transdisciplinary researchers in mobile health (mHealth).
Building on the success of past cohorts, the 2026 mHTI will offer a distinctive hybrid learning experience, combining a series of interactive online webinars with an intensive in-person institute at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The program will be held on June 7–11, 2026. Alumni frequently describe the mHTI as “transformative” and “a seminal experience in my professional development,” praising its collaborative environment, the sense of community among scholars, and the exceptional mentorship provided by its faculty.
Led by a team of distinguished mHealth experts and NIH Program Officers, the institute provides hands-on mentorship in the latest research methods, analytical tools, and digital health technologies. The program is designed for both early career and established investigators seeking to expand their interdisciplinary networks and develop impactful, technology-enabled health care solutions.
Funding and Eligibility
The mHTI is supported by the NIH/NIH Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research/National Institute on Drug Abuse training grant 1R25DA038167 and the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering mHealth Center for Discovery, Optimization & Translation of Temporally-Precise Interventions (the mDOT Center). Participation is limited to 25 scholars, with priority given to applicants intending to pursue NIH or National Science Foundation grant proposals that promote collaborative and innovative health research. There are no tuition fees, and selected participants will receive subsidized lodging at the UCLA Luskin Conference Center.
How to Apply
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: January 20, 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: March 20, 2026
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