Creating pathways for community college students to earn biomedical degrees
Bridges to the Baccalaureate Research Training Program at University of Colorado Boulder
This program is designed to help underrepresented minority students from Front Range Community College smoothly transfer to the University of Colorado Boulder so they can earn a bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences, giving them the support they need to succeed in a growing field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913435 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to facilitate the transition of underrepresented minority students from Front Range Community College to the University of Colorado Boulder, enabling them to earn a baccalaureate degree in biomedical sciences. It focuses on providing support and resources to help these students complete their associate degrees and successfully transfer to a research-intensive university. The initiative addresses the growing demand for a diverse STEM workforce in Colorado's booming biomedical and biotechnology sectors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are underrepresented minority students currently enrolled in or planning to enroll at Front Range Community College who aspire to pursue a degree in biomedical sciences.
Not a fit: Students who are not enrolled in community colleges or those who do not have an interest in pursuing a degree in biomedical sciences may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of underrepresented minority students earning degrees in biomedical sciences, thereby enhancing diversity in the STEM workforce.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs aimed at increasing diversity in STEM fields have shown success in improving educational outcomes and workforce representation.
Where this research is happening
Boulder, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado — Boulder, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Niswander, Lee a. — University of Colorado
- Study coordinator: Niswander, Lee 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.