Summer program to engage underrepresented students in VA research
Atlanta VA Summer Research Program
This program is designed to help people from underrepresented backgrounds get involved in research at the Veterans Health Administration, giving them hands-on experience and training to build a career in biomedical research while learning about the important role health professionals play in this field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Decatur, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11052835 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance the involvement of underrepresented individuals in research within the Veterans Health Administration. Participants will gain hands-on experience in biomedical research, which will help them develop the necessary skills and knowledge for a career in this field. The program includes educational and clinical experiences to provide a comprehensive understanding of the role of health professionals in research. By fostering interest in VA research careers, the program seeks to create a more diverse workforce in the field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are underrepresented minority students interested in pursuing careers in biomedical research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not students or do not belong to underrepresented backgrounds may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to a more diverse group of researchers in the VA system, ultimately improving health outcomes for veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have successfully increased diversity in research fields, indicating a positive trend in engaging underrepresented groups.
Where this research is happening
Decatur, UNITED STATES
- Veterans Health Administration — Decatur, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hart, C Michael — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Hart, C Michael
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.