Creating pathways for under-represented students to pursue doctoral degrees in biomedical sciences
Bridge to the Doctorate at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
This program is designed to help more women and people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds succeed in science, especially in areas like bioinformatics and genomics, by connecting Master's students at Fisk University with doctoral programs at the University of Illinois, so they can gain the skills and support they need to thrive in biomedical research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Champaign, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10893534 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to address the under-representation of racial and ethnic minorities and women in quantitative sciences, particularly in biomedical fields. It establishes a bridge between Master's programs at Fisk University and doctoral programs at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The initiative focuses on training students in areas such as bioinformatics, computational biology, and genomic biology, providing them with the necessary skills and opportunities to succeed in these disciplines. By nurturing a diverse generation of researchers, the program seeks to enhance representation in biomedical discovery and leadership.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are under-represented students, particularly women and racial and ethnic minorities, who are pursuing or have completed a Master's degree in relevant fields.
Not a fit: Students who are not from under-represented backgrounds or who are not pursuing a Master's degree in related fields may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase diversity in the field of biomedical sciences, leading to more inclusive research outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in increasing diversity in STEM fields, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Champaign, United States
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign — Champaign, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Song, Jun S — University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Study coordinator: Song, Jun S
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.