Program to help students earn Ph.D.s in biomedical research
SFSU/UCSF M.S. Bridges to the Doctorate Program
This program is designed to help students from under-represented backgrounds get ready for advanced degrees in biomedical research by offering a master's degree at San Francisco State University, where they'll get hands-on research experience and support to help them get into top doctoral programs like UCSF.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Francisco State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11038938 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to support under-represented students in pursuing advanced degrees in biomedical research. It provides a focused master's degree education at San Francisco State University (SFSU) that prepares students for competitive acceptance into top doctoral programs, such as those at UCSF. Participants will engage in research activities, receive academic advising, and benefit from a nurturing research environment to ensure their successful transition to Ph.D. programs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are under-represented students pursuing a master's degree in Biology or Biochemistry who aspire to earn a Ph.D. in biomedical research.
Not a fit: Students who are not pursuing a career in biomedical research or who do not meet the under-represented criteria may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the diversity of the biomedical research workforce and improve access to advanced education for under-represented students.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have successfully increased the number of under-represented students in doctoral programs, demonstrating the effectiveness of targeted educational support.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- San Francisco State University — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fuse, Megumi M. — San Francisco State University
- Study coordinator: Fuse, Megumi M.
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.