Training veterinary students in biomedical research
Cross-Disciplinary Research Training for Veterinary Students
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · TUFTS UNIVERSITY BOSTON · NIH-10866548
This program is a great opportunity for veterinary students to spend their summer doing hands-on research with experienced mentors at Tufts University and MIT, where they'll learn about important topics like infectious diseases and cancer while practicing responsible research and going on fun field trips.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TUFTS UNIVERSITY BOSTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10866548 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program offers veterinary students the chance to engage in mentored research during the summer, providing them with a structured educational experience in biomedical science. Students will work alongside experienced mentors at Tufts University and MIT, gaining exposure to various research areas such as infectious diseases, oncology, and cardiovascular health. The program emphasizes responsible research practices, hypothesis formulation, and data analysis, along with field trips to specialized facilities to enhance their learning experience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are first- and second-year veterinary students from Tufts University and other veterinary schools in the US and Canada.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterinary students or those not interested in a career in biomedical research may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the training of veterinary students, preparing them for careers in biomedical research and improving animal health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully engaged veterinary students in research, fostering their interest in biomedical sciences and improving their educational outcomes.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- TUFTS UNIVERSITY BOSTON — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LONDON, CHERYL A — TUFTS UNIVERSITY BOSTON
- Study coordinator: LONDON, CHERYL A
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.
Conditions: Cardiovascular Diseases, Communicable Diseases