Building Diversity in Biomedical Sciences for Undergraduates
The Building Diversity in Biomedical Sciences (BDBS) Program provides a mentored, 10-week research intensive experience for undergraduates who are interested in pursuing PhD or MD/PhD training upon completion of the baccalaureate degree. Biomedical science is a rapidly evolving and engaging field that holds tremendous promise for discoveries that will change the lives of all people by improving detection and treatment of disease. Our country benefits from the diversity of its citizens; a goal of our program is to ensure that the biomedical leaders of the future match this diverse profile
Although the focus of the BDBS training program is the research experience, participants receive training in written and oral communication of scientific data and learn about careers in biomedical science through workshops. They are also given guidance in applying to PhD and MD/PhD programs and interact with postbaccalaureate interns, graduate students and postdoctoral trainees to experience first hand the process of preparing for a career as a leader in biomedical science.
Our trainees are fully supported by a stipend and receive on-campus housing during their training. They also enjoy organized social activities that expose them to the Boston area and help build lasting relationships.
Please see the Summer Research application page for information about eligibility for BDBS and about the online application process.
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BDBS 2009
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The poster fair is a capstone event in BDBS summer training.
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The poster fair brings Sackler together.
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Everyone is excited about the trainees' accomplishments!
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The poster fair lets everyone display their accomplishments.
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Claire Moore, PhD checks out a trainee poster.
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Discussing research generates new ideas.
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Avery August, PhD is our guest speaker at our capstone event
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The career panel is a highlight of the BDBS capstone event.
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Career Panelists Avery August, Gordon Huggins, Iris Jaffee, Dana...
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BDBS mentoring groups provide a strong community.
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BDBS builds strong relationships between mentors & trainees.
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Dean Sackey meets BDBS trainees at the luncheon.
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Kellie Melchin, BDBS Program Coordinator and yet another set of...
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Trainees fill in a questionaire evaluating our program.
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Joan Mecsas, PhD, recognizes the 2009 trainees.
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High achievement in the poster fair is recognized.
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The recipients of the 2009 Poster Fair Competition are fine...
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BDBS celebrates research and community.
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