A summer program for undergraduate neuroscience research at a historically black university.
Official title: A Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Neuroscience at an HBCU
Funded at Delaware State University · NIH-11014438 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Delaware State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dover, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2020 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $108,000 |
| NIH project number | 5R25NS095371-10 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014438 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate students, particularly those from historically black colleges and universities or other institutions serving large minority populations.
✕Less likely to help
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.
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.
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 gone: Similar programs have successfully increased diversity and engagement in STEM fields, indicating a positive precedent for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Delaware State University
Dover, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harrington, Melissa a — Delaware State University
- Study coordinator: Harrington, Melissa a
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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.