Training program for underrepresented students in biomedical research
Yale Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program
This program at Yale University is a friendly chance for seven recent graduates from diverse backgrounds to get hands-on training and mentorship in biomedical research, helping them prepare for advanced degrees while promoting diversity in science.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908392 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program at Yale University offers a one-year opportunity for seven underrepresented graduates to receive mentorship and training in biomedical research. Participants will engage in hands-on research, develop professional skills, and prepare for advanced degrees in Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. programs. The program emphasizes collaboration with faculty and near-peer mentors, aiming to enhance diversity in the biomedical field and address health disparities. By focusing on graduates from Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Hispanic Serving Institutions, the program seeks to broaden the representation of diverse perspectives in scientific research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are recent graduates from underrepresented backgrounds, particularly those from HBCUs and HSIs, who are interested in pursuing advanced degrees in biomedical sciences.
Not a fit: Individuals who are not recent graduates or those who do not identify as underrepresented in the biomedical field may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of diverse scientists in biomedical research, leading to improved health outcomes for underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in increasing diversity in scientific fields and improving educational outcomes for underrepresented students.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nearon, Michelle — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Nearon, Michelle
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.