A program to help low-income students transfer from community college to a university for biomedical careers.
Bridges to the Baccalaureate: Cumberland Bridge to Rowan
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · ROWAN UNIVERSITY · NIH-10935695
The CB2R program is here to help low-income students from different backgrounds move from community college to university and succeed in biomedical careers by offering financial support, guidance, and hands-on research experience in microbiology and bioinformatics.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ROWAN UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (GLASSBORO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10935695 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Cumberland Bridge to Rowan (CB2R) program aims to support low-income students from diverse backgrounds in pursuing biomedical careers by facilitating their transfer from a community college to a university. This initiative provides financial support, academic advising, and mentoring to enhance students' research skills and academic success. Students will engage in microbiology and bioinformatics research, gaining valuable experience and opportunities to thrive in the biomedical field. The program is designed to address the specific needs of students and institutions involved, ensuring a smoother transition and better preparation for their future careers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are low-income students from diverse backgrounds who are currently enrolled in community colleges and aspire to pursue a baccalaureate degree in biomedical sciences.
Not a fit: Students who are not from low-income backgrounds or who are not currently enrolled in community colleges may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of diverse students entering and completing biomedical degree programs, ultimately enriching the workforce.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs aimed at increasing diversity in biomedical fields have shown success in enhancing student outcomes and workforce representation.
Where this research is happening
GLASSBORO, UNITED STATES
- ROWAN UNIVERSITY — GLASSBORO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KRUFKA, ALISON — ROWAN UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: KRUFKA, ALISON
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.