A program to support underrepresented minority students in biomedical research.
Texas A&M College of Medicine Developing and Readying Underrepresented Minority Researchers (DRUMR) Summer Research Program
The DRUMR Summer Research Program at Texas A&M College of Medicine is designed to give minority undergraduate students, especially those from rural areas, a chance to gain hands-on research experience and mentorship in the biomedical field, helping them prepare for future careers in this important area.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892239 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The DRUMR Summer Research Program at Texas A&M College of Medicine aims to enhance the representation of underrepresented minority researchers in the biomedical field. This program provides research opportunities for minority undergraduate students from the Texas A&M University System, which includes a diverse student body primarily composed of Hispanic and Black individuals from rural areas. Participants will engage in hands-on research experiences, mentorship, and professional development to prepare them for future careers in biomedical research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate students from underrepresented minority backgrounds, particularly those enrolled in the Texas A&M University System.
Not a fit: Students who are not part of underrepresented minority groups or who are not enrolled in the Texas A&M University System may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to a more diverse biomedical research workforce, ultimately improving health outcomes for minority populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs aimed at increasing diversity in biomedical research have shown success in enhancing representation and improving health disparities.
Where this research is happening
College Station, United States
- Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mitchell, Brett M — Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
- Study coordinator: Mitchell, Brett M
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.