Supporting American Indian and Alaska Native students in bioscience careers
Bridges to the Baccalaureate Research Training Program at the University of Kansas/Haskell Indian Nations University
This program is designed to help American Indian and Alaska Native students from Haskell Indian Nations University smoothly transition to the University of Kansas, giving them the skills and support they need to succeed in biomedical and environmental health careers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Lawrence NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lawrence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906920 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program helps students from Haskell Indian Nations University transition to the University of Kansas to pursue degrees in biomedical and environmental health fields. It focuses on American Indian and Alaska Native students, providing them with the necessary skills, mentorship, and resources to succeed in STEM careers. The program aims to create a supportive community and enhance the visibility of bioscience opportunities for these students. Through training, research experiences, and professional development, participants will build their confidence and identity in the sciences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are American Indian and Alaska Native students currently enrolled at Haskell Indian Nations University who are interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree in biomedical or environmental health fields.
Not a fit: Students who are not enrolled at Haskell Indian Nations University or those who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of American Indian and Alaska Native students earning degrees in bioscience fields, leading to improved representation and career opportunities.
How similar studies have performed: This program builds on a 20-year history of successful collaborations and training initiatives aimed at increasing the representation of American Indian and Alaska Native students in STEM fields.
Where this research is happening
Lawrence, United States
- University of Kansas Lawrence — Lawrence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chandler, Josephine R — University of Kansas Lawrence
- Study coordinator: Chandler, Josephine R
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.