University of Pittsburgh Interdisciplinary Biomedical Graduate Program

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Imagine if you will, a fabulous 10-week journey where thrilling discoveries and contributions to new medical breakthroughs are the norm. Imagine enjoying access to world-class basic research programs and clinical resources at one of the nation's top-rated medical schools -- a vortex around which world famous scientists and nationally ranked basic and clinical research programs cluster. Imagine building your skills as a young scientist and testing your inclinations toward research. Imagine yourself in a career as a PhD scientist. Now imagine doing all of this in one of the most livable, vibrant, and up and coming cities - Pittsburgh.

Program Description

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) provides stimulating and rewarding research opportunities for undergraduates considering graduate education in biomedical research.

The program is administered by the Interdisciplinary Biomedical Graduate Program (IBGP) at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine - a premiere research center in the historic Oakland section of Pittsburgh. The School of Medicine provides an exceptional environment for students to gain research experience under the guidance of internationally recognized scientists.

The SURP faculty includes over 100 active members in the IBGP. You may choose a faculty scientist from one of the following programs in which to conduct a SURP research project:

Using an interdisciplinary approach to learning, students have the opportunity to study with faculty working in the area of their choice.

Eligibility

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program is designed for students seriously considering graduate school or a career in biomedical research.

You may apply if you are currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in an accredited institution of higher education in the United States. Preference will be given to those students who have completed their sophomore or junior year. If you are an international student, you are eligible if currently in F1 or J1 visa status.

Individuals from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply.

Funding

All students receive a competitive stipend of $3,500 for the ten-week program. Additional funding for housing and travel may also be available.

The early deadline for completing your application is February 1. The final deadline is March 1. Strong applicants are encouraged to apply early as there will be a rolling admission process that begins Feb. 1st. Applications received after March 1st will not receive fellowship consideration. The program will run Monday, May 24 through Friday, July 30, 2010.