Improving diversity in biomedical science through mentorship and research experiences
Official title: Research Experience and Mentorship as Critical Interventions to Advance Diversity in Biomedical Science
Funded at Claremont Graduate University · NIH-10911338 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how having mentors and hands-on research experiences can help Black and Hispanic students stay in biomedical science and succeed in their careers, so we can find better ways to support them on their journey to becoming independent scientists.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Claremont Graduate University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Claremont, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $361,141 |
| NIH project number | 5R01GM151513-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10911338 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black and Hispanic undergraduate students pursuing degrees in science who are interested in biomedical research.
✕Less likely to help
Students from groups that are already well-represented in biomedical science may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how mentorship and undergraduate research experiences can help retain students from underrepresented groups in biomedical science. By analyzing data from a longitudinal study, the project aims to understand the long-term effectiveness of these interventions on students' career paths. The research will focus on Black and Hispanic students, examining factors such as the duration and quality of mentorship and research experiences. The goal is to identify strategies that can better support these students in becoming independent scientists.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved retention and success rates for underrepresented students in biomedical science careers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that mentorship and research experiences can significantly improve retention rates among underrepresented groups in science, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Claremont Graduate University
Claremont, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Woodcock, Anna — Claremont Graduate University
- Study coordinator: Woodcock, Anna
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.