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Partnership Research Summer Training Program (PRSTP)

NIH-funded cancer research immersion program hosted by the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) end of May–July every year

Overview

  • Program: An NIH-funded cancer research immersion program takes place during end of May–July every year.
  • Host: The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB).
  • Who UAB invites:
    • Honors-level undergraduate students.
    • Graduate students currently enrolled in master’s programs.
    • UAB students majoring in a scientific discipline.
  • Student interests supported: cancer medicine, basic cancer research, translational cancer research, or similar areas.
  • Overall goal: Encourage interest and facilitate student training in laboratory-based or translational cancer research.
  • Training components: attendance and participation in designated seminars to enhance knowledge, scientific techniques, and expertise in cancer and cancer research.
  • Benefits: Participants become stronger candidates for cancer-related Master’s and PhD programs, as well as medical school.
  • All majors encouraged: Interested and qualified undergraduate or Master’s students of all majors are encouraged to apply.
  • Required application materials: application form, essay, undergraduate and/or Master’s transcripts, and two reference letters.
Program Snapshot
  • Program Type NIH-funded cancer research immersion
  • Host University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
  • Timing End of May–July every year
  • Eligible Students Honors undergrads + Master’s students (HBCUs/MSIs/UAB)
  • Application Materials Form • Essay • Transcripts • 2 Reference Letters