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NIDUS University is the one-stop shop for answers to “How To” questions! NIDUS University makes it easier to identify pertinent NIDUS resources relevant to common types of research queries/projects, by organizing our resources into frequently asked questions. All NIDUS University resources and materials were developed by delirium research experts.

  • How do I use the NIDUS Research Hub?

    The NIDUS Research Hub consists of two databases, the Delirium Research Hub and the Animal Models Hub, with completed or ongoing studies that include delirium as an outcome or predictor. We suggest reviewing the resources below to explore how you can use the NIDUS Research Hub.

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  • How do I draft a career development grant or K-award?

    A major goal of NIDUS is to provide mentorship and career development. We have compiled a list of resources specifically focused on career development.

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  • How do I choose and use a delirium instrument for my study?

    The NIDUS Measurement and Harmonization Core contains many useful tools focused on delirium assessment instruments, such as the delirium identification crosswalkdelirium severity crosswalkdelirium measurement info cardsdelirium severity measures summary table, and delirium severity symptoms coverage table.

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  • How do I write a paper, review a paper / write a grant, review a grant?

    One of the major goals of conducting research is publishing your work. NIDUS has provided tips and tricks to successfully write and publish delirium research.

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  • How do I prepare and apply for NIDUS LOI/Pilot Award?

    The goals of the NIDUS Pilot Award program are to advance innovation in delirium research, facilitate collaborative research groups, and to promote junior investigators.  NIDUS has compiled these resources with information about the Pilot Award program and how to apply!

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  • How to prepare, apply, and get the most out of Boot Camp?

    The NIDUS annual Boot Camp mentors early-career researchers in an intensive three-day setting. The goal is to develop a multidisciplinary pipeline of well-trained translational, epidemiologic, and clinical delirium researchers. NIDUS has compiled these resources with information about the Boot Camp and how to apply!

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  • How can I use NIDUS resources to connect with research collaborators?

    NIDUS has many resources to help you connect with research collaborators. One useful feature found in our Research Hubs are email addresses for investigators or other study contacts that can be used to reach out to them.

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  • More Information on NIDUS Resources

    Our website contains extensive resources across the four NIDUS Cores: Delirium Research Core, Measurement and Harmonization Core, Pilot and Exploration Core, and Career Development and Outreach Core. These resources have been made specifically for delirium researchers, no matter the type of research being planned or the clinical setting where it is being conducted.

    Feel free to peruse our NIDUS Resource Glossary for descriptions of the types of resources NIDUS offers.


    Additional Delirium Resources

    We've compiled a list of additional resources related to delirium research, treatment, and care. To suggest additional resources that may be helpful, please submit these via our contact pageA variety of health and research organizations prepared the information on the following sites. As such, the information contained therein does not necessarily reflect the views of NIDUS.