A program to support diverse doctoral trainees in science at Hunter College.
IMSD AT HUNTER COLLEGE, CUNY
This program at Hunter College is designed to help 12 doctoral students from underrepresented backgrounds in fields like Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Psychology finish their PhDs more smoothly by teaching them important skills like science communication and time management, while also supporting their overall career growth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hunter College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11017998 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program at Hunter College aims to support 12 doctoral trainees annually across five disciplines: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Psychology. It focuses on enhancing the skills of trainees from underrepresented minority groups, helping them complete their PhDs more efficiently and effectively. The program emphasizes science communication, big data analytics, and holistic career development, providing trainees with essential tools for success in their academic and professional journeys. Activities include developing resiliency, time management, critical thinking, and mentor/mentee relationships.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are doctoral students, particularly those from underrepresented minority groups pursuing degrees in the specified scientific disciplines.
Not a fit: Students not enrolled in the participating doctoral programs or those not from underrepresented backgrounds may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the diversity and success rates of doctoral students in the biomedical research workforce.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in enhancing diversity and improving completion rates among doctoral students in STEM fields.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Hunter College — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Serrano, Peter a — Hunter College
- Study coordinator: Serrano, Peter a
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.