Expanding STEM opportunities for young students in brain health.
Official title: Mentored Experience to Expand Opportunities in Research version 3 (METEOR v. 3)
Funded at Children's Research Institute · NIH-11000838 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education more exciting for high school students in the DC area, especially those from different backgrounds, by giving them hands-on experiences related to the brain and health, so they can discover their passion for research and innovation in brain health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | December 13, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $117,020 |
| NIH project number | 5R25NS130654-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000838 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are high school students aged 14-18 from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds in the Washington, DC area.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in the high school age range or who do not reside in the Washington, DC metro area may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to enhance STEM education for high school students in the Washington, DC metro area, particularly focusing on those from diverse backgrounds. Participants will engage in hands-on experiences that explore the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, linking these topics to broader health issues. The program emphasizes inquiry-based learning and aims to foster interest in biomedical and behavioral research among students and future STEM educators. By integrating health equity and neurodevelopment into the curriculum, the project seeks to inspire the next generation of innovators in brain health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve STEM literacy and career pathways for young students, particularly in the field of brain health.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing STEM education and career interest among underrepresented youth, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Children's Research Institute
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Luban, Naomi L — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Luban, Naomi L
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.