A summer program to encourage underrepresented students in oral health research.
The Biomedical Informatics and Behavioral Sciences (BIBS) Summer Research Program
The BIBS Summer Research Program is a friendly opportunity for underrepresented students to learn about oral health research and how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected it, while getting hands-on experience and support from experienced faculty in the field.
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-10915572 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Biomedical Informatics and Behavioral Sciences (BIBS) Summer Research Program aims to inspire underrepresented students to pursue careers in oral health research. This program will provide hands-on experience and mentorship in understanding oral health disparities, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants will engage with faculty from various health research specialties, enhancing their knowledge and skills in addressing public health issues related to oral health. The program is designed for undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students, as well as dental students and residents with a focus on public health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are underrepresented undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students interested in dentistry and public health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not students or who do not have an interest in pursuing a career in oral health research may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research program could lead to a more diverse workforce in oral health research, ultimately improving health outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: While this program is innovative in its specific focus, similar initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in health research have shown success in other fields.
Where this research is happening
College Station, United States
- Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Timothe, Peggy — Texas A&m University Health Science Ctr
- Study coordinator: Timothe, Peggy
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.