University of Puerto Rico and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

UPR/MD Anderson U54 Partnership 2023 Summer Research Experience
2023-07-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Puerto_Rico)
Dear students:
The Research Education Core informs that our 2023 Summer Research Experience will be held at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center from June 5 to July 28, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Our program aims to: increase the number of Hispanic physicians, scientists, and physician-scientists (MD/PhD and MD/MPH) engaged in research on cancer, cancer health disparities, and infection-driven malignancies by implementing a Cancer Research Education didactic and research experiences targeted to students interested or already involved in healthcare.
The UPR/MD Anderson U54 Partnership Summer Research Experience offers the University of Puerto Rico students’ college and medical trainees an opportunity to: explore biomedical research as it relates to cancer, to gain firsthand experiences, and mentorship in basic, clinical, or translational research alongside world-renowned faculty, as well as to attend targeted institutional lectures, and seminars. Some of the program benefits include:

Active participation in the technical aspects of projects, interpreting experimental data, and presenting findings.
Mentorship: in the fundamentals of scientific research, which include: the application of techniques, experimental design, and analysis, as well as how to present and publish findings suitable for peer review.
Introduction to the clinical problems presented by cancer patients through time spent in clinical areas.
Numerous opportunities: attend seminars and lecture series on a wide variety of research topics.

Return visits are offered to trainees demonstrating a sincere interest in biomedical research and an outstanding research ability during their visit.
To apply for the 2023 Summer Research Experience at MD Anderson; please access this link: U54 Partnership Summer Research Program
Remember, as part of the application you must submit the following documents:

Curriculum Vitae or Biosketch (in only 1 pdf document)
Academic Records (Student Transcript)
Medical Students need a letter of “Good standing” from the Office of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs of the School of Medicine. Request contact is Mrs. Rosa Cruz, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs of the School of Medicine, at her email address rosa.cruz4@upr.edu. For more information, you can contact her at 787-758-2525 x.1810.
Two letters of recommendation from professors and/or research mentors, including full name and email.
A personal statement why you want to participate in the Research experience at MD Anderson Cancer Center: what your future career goals are, and if you are interested in pursuing an MD/PhD or MD/MPH career. (maximum 2 pages).

Attached you will find a copy of the promotional material; the application period is open until January 23, 2023. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact REC Program Coordinator Yomarie Santiago Erazo by email: yomarie.santiago1@upr.edu or 787-758-2525 ext. 1722.
PROMO 2023 SUMMER RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

NIH Biosketch Workshop
2024-06-28 13:00 - 15:00
IGNITE Biosketch Workshop

Registration

Are you a graduate student or a postdoctoral fellow applying for a fellowship or career development award? Learn how to create a compelling NIH biosketch that demonstrates to reviewers that you are the best candidate for a grant. Topics Covered: · Scored review criteria for NIH F & K grants · How to use your biosketch to address merit descriptors · Step by step guide for preparing your biosketch

Topics Covered

• Scored review criteria of NIH fellowships (F30/F31/F32) and career
development awards (K99/R00, K01, K08)
• How to effectively use your NIH biosketch to address merit
descriptors for the Applicant/Candidate
• Step-by-step and practical advice for preparing and structuring your
NIH biosketch to feature your contributions to science and your
potential as a young investigator

Poster Session August 30, 2024 3:00 PM
2024-08-30 15:00 - 17:00 | MSC Conrado Asenjo Library
Summer Research Experience & Semester Research Program
2024 PROMO POSTER SESSION AUG 30 2024
For more information please contact:
Research Education Core
Ms. Yomarie Santiago, Coordinator
yomarie.santiago1@upr.edu
(787)758-2525 ext. 1722

All of Us Estrategias de outreach, reclutamiento y retención que han sido efectivas para el programa
2024-10-02 11:00 - 17:00
Para registro favor acceder el siguiente enlace:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpc-usrD8sH9RTLcC4lBZcUFsgA1IrthxV

Enhancing Diversity in Clinical Research Participation among Hispanic in Puerto Rico: Beyond Ethnicity
2024-10-09 11:00 - 17:00
Para registro vía Zoom puede acceder al siguiente enlace:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkdeytpzotHNYSLvjNRxcREi3mrADbNofH
Meeting ID: 859 2559 1762
Access Code: [REDACTED]

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2025 Summer Research Experience - Deadline for Application: January 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST
2025-01-15 08:00 - 23:30
Deadline for Application
January 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST
PROMO 2025 SUMMER RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Grant Writing Webinar Series and boost your ability to secure funding!
2025-03-14 11:00 - 2025-04-04 12:30
Attention, investigators! 📢 Don’t miss out on this chance to strengthen your writing skills! Join our Grant Writing Webinar Series and boost your ability to secure funding!
Dates/hour: March 14 and April 4, 2025, 11am – 12:30 pm AST (PR time)
Modality: Virtual (Zoom)
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iWQaQlnvS4iaQerLLnWi5A

Grant Writing Webinar Series and boost your ability to secure funding!

Research Education Core Advanced Topics in Cancer Research: Cancer Disparities in Puerto Rico
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