Training future doctors in immunology and virology
STRIVE: Short-Term Research in Immunology and Virology Experience
This program is a fun 12-week summer experience for medical students to learn about immunology and virology while doing hands-on research, helping to prepare them to tackle important health challenges like pandemics and autoimmune diseases, all while encouraging a diverse group of students to join the medical field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11015220 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to train medical students in immunology and virology through a 12-week summer research experience. It focuses on expanding and diversifying the workforce of physician and surgeon scientists, particularly in response to global health challenges like pandemics and the rising prevalence of autoimmune diseases. Participants will engage in hands-on research, gaining valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance their future medical careers. The program emphasizes recruiting a diverse group of students to reflect the community and improve healthcare outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are medical students, particularly those who are underrepresented in medicine or interested in pursuing careers in immunology and virology.
Not a fit: Patients who are not medical students or who do not have an interest in immunology or virology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and skilled workforce of physician scientists, ultimately improving patient care and treatment options in immunology and virology.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at diversifying the physician scientist workforce have shown promise, indicating that targeted training programs can successfully enhance participation in biomedical research.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, UNITED STATES
- Ohio State University — Columbus, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bumgardner, Ginny L — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Bumgardner, Ginny L
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.