Program to support underrepresented students in dental careers
Research and Mentoring Program for Underrepresented Pre-dental students (RAMP UP)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-11058039
This program is all about helping underrepresented minority and first-generation college students explore exciting careers in oral healthcare through fun activities, hands-on summer internships, and guidance from experienced dental professionals.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | STANFORD UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (STANFORD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11058039 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program aims to inspire and prepare underrepresented minority and first-generation college students for careers in oral healthcare. It includes career awareness activities during the academic year and a paid, hands-on summer research internship. Students will engage in workshops and receive mentorship from experienced dental professionals, enhancing their understanding of the dental field and developing essential research skills. The program is designed to create pathways for these students to pursue dental education and careers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are underrepresented minority, first-generation, and low-income high school or community college students interested in pursuing a career in oral healthcare.
Not a fit: Students who are not interested in dental careers or do not meet the criteria of being underrepresented minorities or first-generation college students may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the representation of underrepresented minorities in the dental profession.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in increasing diversity in healthcare fields, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
STANFORD, UNITED STATES
- STANFORD UNIVERSITY — STANFORD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HELMS, JILL A — STANFORD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: HELMS, JILL A
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.