Internship program for high school students in neuroimaging analysis
MGH/HMS Internship in NeuroImaging Analysis
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL · NIH-10982508
This program invites high school students from low-income and minority backgrounds in Boston to join paid summer internships where they'll learn about brain research, get hands-on training, and be inspired to explore careers in science while making a real contribution to important research.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10982508 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program recruits high school students from low-income and minority communities in Boston to participate in paid summer internships focused on biomedical research. Students will receive training in neuroimaging analysis, learning to label brain anatomy and engage in scientific writing and data analysis. The program aims to inspire students to pursue careers in biomedical, behavioral, and clinical sciences while providing mentorship and exposure to the fields of Neurology and Radiology. By the end of the internship, students will have contributed to a publicly available dataset and gained valuable skills in research ethics and scientific communication.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are high school students from low-income and minority backgrounds interested in science and technology.
Not a fit: Students not from low-income or minority communities may not benefit from this specific program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could empower underrepresented youth to pursue careers in STEM fields, particularly in biomedical research.
How similar studies have performed: Similar internship programs have successfully increased diversity in STEM fields and inspired students to pursue scientific careers.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: FISCHL, BRUCE — MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: FISCHL, BRUCE
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.
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