A summer program for undergraduate neuroscience research at a historically black university.
A Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Neuroscience at an HBCU
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11014438
This summer program invites undergraduate students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, to dive into hands-on neuroscience research at Delaware State University while working closely with experienced faculty and building valuable skills for their future.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DOVER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11014438 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in neuroscience research during a 10-week summer session at Delaware State University. Participants will work alongside faculty members from the Delaware Center for Neuroscience Research, gaining hands-on experience in research projects and participating in professional development activities. The program aims to recruit students from Delaware State University and nearby colleges that serve large minority populations, fostering a supportive research community. This initiative is designed to enhance the educational and research experiences of underrepresented students in the field of neuroscience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate students, particularly those from historically black colleges and universities or other institutions serving large minority populations.
Not a fit: Students who are not enrolled in undergraduate programs or those who do not belong to underrepresented groups in neuroscience may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the educational and research opportunities for underrepresented undergraduate students in neuroscience.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have successfully increased diversity and engagement in STEM fields, indicating a positive precedent for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
DOVER, UNITED STATES
- DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY — DOVER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HARRINGTON, MELISSA A — DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: HARRINGTON, MELISSA 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.
Conditions: Cancer Education Grant, Cancer Education Grant (R25), Cancer Education Grant Program, Cancer Education Program (R25)