Program to help underrepresented students pursue doctoral degrees in biomedical research
Bridges to the Doctorate Research Training Program at CSU San Marcos with UCSD and TSRI
This program at California State University San Marcos is designed to help students from diverse backgrounds build their skills and confidence for graduate studies and research careers in biomedical fields, while also making sure they feel included and supported along the way.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | California State University San Marcos NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Marcos, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10888359 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program at California State University San Marcos aims to support students from underrepresented backgrounds in their pursuit of graduate studies and research careers. It focuses on enhancing students' quantitative, methodological, and scientific communication skills while engaging them in meaningful biomedical research. The program also emphasizes culturally validated teaching methods to foster a sense of belonging and persistence among participants, ultimately preparing them for competitive graduate school applications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are students from underrepresented groups, particularly those who are first-generation college students or from low-income backgrounds.
Not a fit: Students who are not from underrepresented backgrounds or who are not interested in pursuing graduate studies in biomedical research 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 doctoral degrees in biomedical research.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs aimed at increasing diversity in graduate education have shown success in enhancing participation and completion rates among underrepresented students.
Where this research is happening
San Marcos, United States
- California State University San Marcos — San Marcos, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jameson, Julie M — California State University San Marcos
- Study coordinator: Jameson, Julie 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.