Training postdoctoral scholars to improve diversity in STEM education and research
IRACDA at UCSC and CSUMB
This study is all about helping postdoctoral scholars get better at research and teaching so they can support underrepresented minority students in STEM fields, making sure everyone has a fair chance to succeed.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Santa Cruz NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Cruz, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10889121 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program partners the University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) and California State University at Monterey Bay (CSUMB) to enhance diversity in STEM fields. It provides postdoctoral scholars with rigorous research training at UCSC while equipping them with inclusive teaching and mentoring skills at CSUMB. The initiative aims to close the achievement gap for underrepresented minority (URM) students in STEM by offering them additional mentorship from these scholars. Throughout the program, participants will receive structured feedback and training in research, pedagogy, and career planning.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program include postdoctoral scholars and undergraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in STEM education or research may not receive direct benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased representation of minorities in STEM fields, improving educational outcomes for URM students.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in improving diversity and mentorship in academic settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Santa Cruz, United States
- University of California Santa Cruz — Santa Cruz, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Forsberg, Camilla — University of California Santa Cruz
- Study coordinator: Forsberg, Camilla
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.