Helping community college students transition to biomedical research programs
New Jersey Biomed-Bridge (NJBB) Scholars Program: Supporting Central NJ Community College Students in their Transition to Biomedical Research Pathways at The College of New Jersey
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY · NIH-10934857
The New Jersey Biomed-Bridge Scholars Program is here to help students from Mercer County and Brookdale Community Colleges smoothly transition into studying biomedical research at The College of New Jersey, offering them financial support, hands-on learning, and mentorship to prepare for exciting careers in this field.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EWING, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10934857 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The New Jersey Biomed-Bridge Scholars Program aims to support students from local community colleges in their transition to biomedical research pathways at The College of New Jersey. This program provides financial and academic assistance to students transferring from Mercer County Community College and Brookdale Community College, focusing on enhancing their educational experience in biology and chemistry. Students will engage in coursework that emphasizes modern biomedical techniques, participate in research projects, and receive mentorship to guide their academic journey. The program also includes structured internships to further prepare students for careers in biomedical research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are students currently enrolled in associate degree programs in biology or chemistry at Mercer County Community College or Brookdale Community College.
Not a fit: Students who are not enrolled in the relevant associate degree programs or those who do not wish to pursue a career in biomedical research may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the educational and career opportunities for community college students pursuing biomedical fields.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in facilitating the transition of community college students to four-year institutions, particularly in STEM fields.
Where this research is happening
EWING, UNITED STATES
- COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY — EWING, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CLEMENT, WENDY — COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
- Study coordinator: CLEMENT, WENDY
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.