A program to help low-income students transfer from community college to a university for biomedical careers.
Official title: Bridges to the Baccalaureate: Cumberland Bridge to Rowan
Funded at Rowan University · NIH-10935695 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rowan University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Glassboro, United States) |
| Project start | August 2, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $119,183 |
| NIH project number | 1T34GM154618-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10935695 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
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.
✕Less likely to help
Students who are not from low-income backgrounds or who are not currently enrolled in community colleges may not benefit from this program.
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.
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 gone: Similar programs aimed at increasing diversity in biomedical fields have shown success in enhancing student outcomes and workforce representation.
Where this research is happening
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Rowan University
Glassboro, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krufka, Alison — Rowan University
- Study coordinator: Krufka, Alison
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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.