Program to help minority students transition to Ph.D. programs in biomedical sciences
Bridges to the Doctorate Program at Cal State LA
['FUNDING_TRAINING'] · CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LOS ANGELES · NIH-10890820
This program is helping minority students move from master's programs to Ph.D. programs in biomedical research by providing training and support to boost their skills and connect them with the research community, so they can build successful careers in this important field.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_TRAINING'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LOS ANGELES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10890820 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program aims to address the under-representation of minority students in biomedical research by facilitating their transition from master's programs to Ph.D. programs. It involves collaboration between California State University, Los Angeles, and two major research institutions, UCLA and UC Irvine. Each year, 25 minority students will receive training designed to enhance their academic and research skills, integrate them into the biomedical research community, and prepare them for successful careers in the field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are minority students currently enrolled in master's degree programs in biomedical sciences at Cal State LA.
Not a fit: Students not enrolled in relevant master's programs or those who do not identify as part of minority groups may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of minority students pursuing and completing Ph.D. degrees in biomedical sciences.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in increasing minority representation in higher education and research fields, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES
- CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LOS ANGELES — LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VELLANOWETH, ROBERT L — CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LOS ANGELES
- Study coordinator: VELLANOWETH, ROBERT 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 below.