A summer program to train diverse undergraduate students in health research.
VA Palo Alto Health Services & Life Sciences Summer Research Program: Enhancing the VA Research Pipeline
This program is designed to help a diverse group of undergraduate students, especially Veterans and those with disabilities, gain hands-on research experience in health and life sciences, with the goal of improving healthcare for Veterans and inspiring them to pursue careers in research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11052398 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance the VA research pipeline by providing training opportunities for a diverse group of undergraduate students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities. Participants will engage in research related to health systems and life sciences, focusing on improving healthcare delivery and developing new therapeutic strategies for diseases affecting Veterans. The program emphasizes mentorship and academic support to encourage students to pursue careers in research, especially within the Veterans Health Administration.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate students, particularly those from underrepresented groups or with limited research experience.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergraduate students or who do not belong to underrepresented groups may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to a more diverse workforce in health research, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes for Veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have successfully increased diversity in health research and improved career outcomes for participants.
Where this research is happening
Palo Alto, United States
- Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys — Palo Alto, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harris, Odette a — Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys
- Study coordinator: Harris, Odette 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.