Training program to support underrepresented minorities in neuroscience
PiNBAC: The Program in Neuroscience Post-Baccalaureate Training Program
This program is designed to help underrepresented college students gain valuable research experience in neuroscience, with mentorship and support to guide them toward graduate school and careers in brain science.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard Medical School NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004653 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance the representation of underrepresented minorities and disadvantaged groups in neuroscience by providing them with high-quality, longitudinal research experiences. Participants will receive mentorship and support to help them succeed in applying to graduate school and pursuing careers in brain science. The program addresses educational gaps by offering opportunities that are often critical for admission into advanced studies in neuroscience. It is designed for undergraduates who have formal training but lack research experience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduates from underrepresented minorities or disadvantaged backgrounds who have a formal education in neuroscience but lack research experience.
Not a fit: Individuals who already have extensive research experience or are not pursuing a career in neuroscience may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of underrepresented individuals pursuing advanced degrees and careers in neuroscience.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs have shown success in increasing diversity and representation in various scientific fields, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard Medical School — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Assad, John — Harvard Medical School
- Study coordinator: Assad, John
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.