Program to help community college students transfer to university science majors
Bridges to the Baccalaureate Research Training Program at University of California, Riverside
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE · NIH-10896321
This study is all about helping community college students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, successfully transfer to university programs in biomedical and behavioral sciences, with support like paid research opportunities and resources to help them graduate quickly and pursue careers in research.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (RIVERSIDE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10896321 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Bridges to the Baccalaureate program at the University of California, Riverside, aims to support community college students in transferring to university-level biomedical and behavioral science majors. This initiative focuses on underrepresented groups in medicine and science, providing them with access to high-quality science instruction and resources. The program includes interventions such as compensated research experiences and support services to help students graduate within two years of transferring. By addressing barriers faced by these students, the program seeks to increase their participation in research-oriented careers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are community college students from underrepresented backgrounds who are committed to pursuing careers in science.
Not a fit: Students who are already enrolled in a four-year university or those not pursuing a career in science may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of underrepresented students pursuing and completing degrees in biomedical and behavioral sciences.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational intervention programs have shown success in increasing the representation of underrepresented groups in STEM fields.
Where this research is happening
RIVERSIDE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE — RIVERSIDE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RODGERS, VICTOR G.J. — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE
- Study coordinator: RODGERS, VICTOR G.J.
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.