Training veterinary students in research skills
Short Term Training in Health Professional Schools
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11034055
This program is designed for veterinary students in their first or second year who want to dive into research over the summer, where they'll work closely with experienced mentors, learn important skills, and share their discoveries at a special event.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MANHATTAN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11034055 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program offers veterinary students who have completed their first or second year an intensive 12-week summer experience focused on research. Participants will be paired with experienced faculty mentors and engage in workshops that teach essential research skills, ethics, and presentation techniques. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through hypothesis-driven research and includes opportunities to interact with guest speakers and visit local research facilities. Scholars will also present their findings at a dedicated research day.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are veterinary students who have completed their first or second year of study.
Not a fit: Students who are not enrolled in veterinary programs or who have not completed the required coursework may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance the research capabilities and career prospects of veterinary students.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully enhanced research skills and career opportunities for students in various fields.
Where this research is happening
MANHATTAN, UNITED STATES
- KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY — MANHATTAN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SCHULTZ, BRUCE D — KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: SCHULTZ, BRUCE D
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.