2010 CHORI Summer Student Research Program
FUNDED OPPORTUNITIES

2010 CHORI SUMMER STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM
SHORT TERM TRAINING TO INCREASE DIVERSITY IN HEALTH-RELATED
RESEARCH

Objective:
The objective of the CHORI Summer Student Research Program is to provide short-term training opportunities for undergraduate, medical and student health professionals. The goal is to provide research opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, racial and ethnic minorities, and others who are underrepresented in this field (e.g., individuals with disabilities). The Program provides the students with a research training experience to stimulate interest in pursuing a career in biomedical, clinical and behavioral research in a friendly and nurturing environment.

How to Apply

Students should submit the following:

1. Completed application form.
2. A list of undergraduate courses taken and grades received (a non-official transcript is acceptable).
3. A brief (one page maximum) essay describing why you are interested in participating in the Program.
4. Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with your interests, abilities, and/or career goals; the letters must address these issues.  Students are encouraged to check with their references to make sure these letters are delivered prior to the application deadline.  Applications without two letters of recommendation will not be considered (letter may be included with application in a sealed envelope or mailed separately).  All letters must be signed and on institutional letterhead.
5. A resume.

Filing Deadiline extended!

The application must be received (at the address below) by 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2010

Award announcements will be made via email after March 31, 2010

Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute
Attention: Summer Student Research Program
5700 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way
Oakland, CA 94609

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Elizabeth Nash Foundation Cystic Fibrosis SUMMER
RESEARCH Award

Objective

The objective of the Elizabeth Nash Foundation Cystic Fibrosis Summer Research Award is to provide short-term research training opportunities in the specific area of Cystic Fibrosis at the Children’s Hospital & Research Center Oakland. The program is open to high school seniors and undergraduate students. The goal is to identify students who have a strong interest in pursuing research in Cystic Fibrosis. The program provides the students with a research training experience to stimulate interest in biomedical and/or clinical research in a friendly and nurturing environment.

To qualify:

• The candidate should have a strong personal interest and commitment to research in cystic fibrosis with a good academic standing
• The applicant should be a High School senior going into College/University or an Undergraduate student

• Students from families or with friends affected by cystic fibrosis are encouraged to apply.

The awardee will:
•  Participate in a Cystic Fibrosis research program based on a structured curriculum
•  Be paired with a mentor who will guide them through a research project
•  Work full-time for 9 weeks (June 10 – August 13, 2010).

•  Be provided a stipend of $2,500.
•  Out of state students may be eligible for a travel/housing stipend.
•  Attend weekly seminars and weekly meetings
•  Present their research findings at a one-day Research Symposium held at CHORI

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Click here to download a pdf version of the Nash Poster

For further information on the Elizabeth Nash Foundation go to: http://www.elizabethnashfoundation.org

Send completed application to:
ATTN: 2010CHORI Summer Research Program
Elizabeth Nash Foundation Cystic Fibrosis SUMMER RESEARCH Award
Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute
5700 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way
Oakland, CA 94609

Filing Deadiline extended!

Deadline to apply: March 15, 2010 by 5:00 pm PST
Award announcement: March 31, 2010

PLEASE CONTACT: debroah Ellen with any questions or comments concerning our program, (510) 450-7674 summerstudentprogram@chori.org

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Revised: Monday, March 8, 2010 12:02 PM