Summer Undergraduate MSTP Research (SUMR) Program
The University of Iowa SUMR Program offers an intensive experience for undergraduates interested in combined MD/PhD training for a career as a physician-scientist. The program provides students with intensive experience in research laboratories including exposure to medically-relevant research. The 8-week SUMR program features research conducted in the laboratory of a faculty member in the biomedical sciences, weekly seminars emphasizing the intersection of science and medicine, shadowing of physician-scientists, career development seminars, and case-based learning sessions. Eligible students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents who anticipate graduating with a bachelor’s degree in the biological or physical sciences in the academic year following the summer of planned participation.
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SUMR 2012
- SUMR 2012 Participants
- SUMR Program Calendar of Events
- Calendar of Events Sponsored by the Biosciences Program
- Driving Directions and Housing Information for Participants
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SUMR Program 2012 Features
- June 4 - July 27, 2012
- An 8-week research project conducted in the laboratory of a faculty member in the biomedical sciences (Optional 10-week program available).
- Weekly seminar series - a forum for discussions emphasizing how science and medicine intersect
- Case-based learning exercise - discussion of mechanisms underlying disease process
- Career development seminars (e.g. MD/PhD admissions; personal and research statement writing)
- Physician - scientist shadowing experience (2-4 afternoons during the 8-week period)
- Social and mentoring activities with MD/PhD students
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Support
- $3300 for the eight week period (prorated for ten week program)
- Lodging in University housing facility
- Travel allowance for transportation to/from Iowa City
Eligibility
- Citizen or permanent resident of the United States
- Will graduate from college in the 2012-2013 academic year
- Major in biological or physical science
- Prior research experience
Application Requirements
- A completed online application form
- A Curriculum Vitae (view sample CV)
- Official transcript(s) from undergraduate institution(s)
- Two letters of recommendation (At least one letter must come from your primary research mentor).
- Application Deadline Extended! Apply by February 6, 2012
Inquiries
SUMR Program
Medical Scientist Training Program
2206 MERF
Iowa City, Iowa 52242
Phone: (800) 551-6787 or (319) 335-8303
Fax: (319) 335-6634
Email: SUMR@uiowa.edu