Supporting students from community colleges to earn biomedical degrees
Bridges to the Baccalaureate Research Training Program at Towson University
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · TOWSON UNIVERSITY · NIH-10893616
This program is designed to help students from Baltimore City Community College and the Community College of Baltimore County successfully transfer to Towson University to earn their bachelor's degrees in biomedical sciences, providing them with support, mentorship, and community to boost their confidence and success in science.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TOWSON UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (TOWSON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10893616 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program focuses on helping students from Baltimore City Community College and the Community College of Baltimore County successfully transfer to Towson University to complete their bachelor's degrees in biomedical sciences. It aims to create a supportive environment that enhances students' self-efficacy and science identity, ensuring they have the resources and mentorship needed to thrive in their studies. The program includes professional development activities and community-building initiatives to foster a sense of belonging among trainees. By addressing the unique challenges faced by minoritized students in STEM, the program seeks to improve graduation rates and representation in the biomedical workforce.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are students currently enrolled in two-year colleges who are pursuing STEM majors and are interested in transferring to complete their bachelor's degrees.
Not a fit: Students who are not enrolled in two-year colleges or those pursuing non-STEM degrees may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of minoritized students graduating with biomedical degrees, enhancing diversity in the field.
How similar studies have performed: Previous programs aimed at supporting community college students in STEM have shown success in improving transfer and graduation rates.
Where this research is happening
TOWSON, UNITED STATES
- TOWSON UNIVERSITY — TOWSON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SNYDER, MICHELLE LYNN DYKSTRA — TOWSON UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: SNYDER, MICHELLE LYNN DYKSTRA
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.