Training future researchers in craniofacial and oral health
Minnesota Craniofacial and Oral Health Research Experience
The Minnesota Craniofacial and Oral Health Research Experience (MnCORE) is a fun summer program for college students who want to learn about and help improve dental health by working on exciting research projects with expert mentors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10978215 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Minnesota Craniofacial and Oral Health Research Experience (MnCORE) is designed to inspire and train the next generation of researchers in the fields of craniofacial and oral health. This program offers a ten-week summer experience at the University of Minnesota, where undergraduates work closely with experienced mentors on research projects related to immunology, biomaterials, and bone biology. Participants will engage in seminars, learn about dental career paths, and develop essential professional skills, all while contributing to meaningful research in oral health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in dental and craniofacial research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergraduate students or who are not interested in research careers may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to advancements in craniofacial and oral health, ultimately improving patient care and treatment options.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully fostered new talent in biomedical research, indicating a positive precedent for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mansky, Kim Carpenter — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Mansky, Kim Carpenter
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.