Supporting underrepresented students in biomedical research education
Advancing Success and Persistence in Research Education (ASPiRE)
This study is all about helping people from underrepresented backgrounds succeed in getting advanced degrees in science and medicine by offering them mentorship and support, so they can become strong candidates for PhD and MD/PhD programs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928798 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to enhance the success and persistence of individuals from backgrounds underrepresented in biomedical research as they pursue advanced degrees in STEM fields. The program will provide mentorship, networking opportunities, and tailored support to postbaccalaureate scholars, helping them become competitive candidates for PhD and MD/PhD programs. By partnering with local institutions and leveraging existing resources, the initiative seeks to address barriers that contribute to attrition in these academic pathways.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are postbaccalaureate scholars from underrepresented backgrounds in biomedical research who are seeking to advance their education in STEM fields.
Not a fit: Individuals who are not pursuing advanced degrees in biomedical research or who do not come from underrepresented backgrounds may not benefit from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of underrepresented students who successfully enter and complete biomedical graduate programs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in STEM fields have shown success in improving enrollment and retention rates among underrepresented groups.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Howell, Joy Deanna — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Howell, Joy Deanna
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.