Training underrepresented minority students in virology
Enhancing Virology Training of Underrepresented Minority Students through Summer Research
This study is all about giving underrepresented minority students a chance to gain hands-on experience in virology research during the summer at Meharry Medical College, helping them find mentors and role models as they explore careers in this important field, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Meharry Medical College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909990 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the training of underrepresented minority students in the field of virology, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to provide summer research opportunities at Meharry Medical College, a leader in training diverse students in biomedical research. The program emphasizes mentorship and role modeling, helping students from minority backgrounds to pursue careers in virology and related fields. By fostering a diverse workforce, the research seeks to address health disparities and improve outcomes for minority populations affected by viral diseases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are underrepresented minority students interested in pursuing careers in virology and biomedical research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not students or do not belong to underrepresented minority groups may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and effective workforce in virology, ultimately improving health outcomes for minority populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other initiatives aimed at diversifying the biomedical workforce have shown success in improving representation and addressing health disparities, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Meharry Medical College — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dash, Chandravanu — Meharry Medical College
- Study coordinator: Dash, Chandravanu
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.