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Summer Research Programs

The University of Texas components associated with GSBS offer four summer programs which provide research opportunities to undergraduate students.

These programs consist of hands-on research experience under the supervision of faculty sponsors. The summer experiences are designed to allow participants to assess career opportunities in a broad range of basic science and clinical research areas.

 


Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine for the Prevention of Human Diseases Summer Program for Undergraduates

A program for outstanding students interested in studying Gene-Environment Interactions and their impact in human diseases is available through the Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine for the Prevention of Human Diseases of the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.  This program is NOT designed for students interested in medical school. The program dates for 2012 are Tuesday, May 29 to Friday, August 3.

Eligibility

• Juniors or non-graduating seniors
• Interest in pursuing a career in the sciences
• Academic achievement
• Demonstrated interest in biomedical research
• Be able to fulfill all other requirements listed for the GSBS program 

To apply for this program, complete the application form found on this website.  Please indicate in the first line of the Personal Statement that you are applying for the Gene-Environment Interactions Program.  In the mentor section, please type “IMM.”

NOTE: If you have already applied to the GSBS program, but wish to be considered for this one, send an e-mail message Mary Dusing. (Mary.Dusing@uth.tmc.edu). Any questions regarding this program should be directed to Mary Dusing.