Program to help under-represented minority students earn doctoral degrees in biomedical sciences
Bridges to Doctorate Program between Fresno State and UC Davis
This program is designed to help under-represented minority students from Fresno State earn their Master's degree in biomedical sciences and prepare for a Ph.D. at UC Davis, offering personalized support, research training, and networking opportunities to boost their success in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | California State University Fresno NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fresno, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10907620 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to support under-represented minority students from California State University, Fresno, in completing a Master's degree in biomedical sciences before advancing to a Ph.D. program at UC Davis. It offers tailored academic and research training plans, enhancing students' professional skills and providing opportunities for networking and participation in research conferences. The initiative focuses on building a strong foundation in research through collaboration with faculty and access to significant research facilities. The goal is to increase the number of URM graduate students in the biomedical sciences field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are under-represented minority students currently enrolled at California State University, Fresno, who are interested in pursuing advanced degrees in biomedical sciences.
Not a fit: Students who are not from under-represented minority backgrounds or those who are not pursuing a career in biomedical sciences may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the representation of under-represented minorities in doctoral programs and ultimately in the biomedical research workforce.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in increasing diversity in graduate education and improving outcomes for under-represented minority students in STEM fields.
Where this research is happening
Fresno, United States
- California State University Fresno — Fresno, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krishnan, Viswanathan V — California State University Fresno
- Study coordinator: Krishnan, Viswanathan V
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.