NIH R25 Sleep and Circadian Training Grant

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Call for Applications for Summer 2025Ìýopen

please apply by 3/16/2025

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Multi-Institutional Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Sleep and Circadian Research CareersÌý(R25)

Supported by NIH R25 NS 125603Ìý

the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Integrative PhysiologyÌý

at the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ18

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TheÌýprimary aim of this multi-institutional summer research, educational, and professional development training program is to prepare undergraduate students from underrepresented populations in the U.S. Biomedical Sciences (UBR trainees) for advanced academic training in PhD and MD/PhD programs,Ìýfoster their pursuit of sleep and circadian science careers.

Training Program Leadership

  • Kenneth P. Wright Jr., PhDÌý Ìý ÌýPI/PD/Leadership team and Executive CommitteeÌýmember ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ18Ìý Ìý Ìý
  • Joseph S. Takahashi, PhDÌý Ìý ÌýLeadership team and Executive CommitteeÌýmemberÌýÌýUniversity of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
  • Gianluca Tosini, PhDÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Leadership team and Executive CommitteeÌýmemberÌý Morehouse School ofÌýMedicine
  • ChristinaÌýAlston, PhDÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýExecutive CommitteeÌýmemberÌýÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ18
  • Anita Shelgikar,ÌýMD, MHPEÌý ÌýExecutive CommitteeÌýmemberÌý University of Michigan School of Medicine

Advisory Board

  • Sonia C. Flores, PhDÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
  • Girardin Jean-Louis, PhDÌý Ìý ÌýUniversity of Miami Miller School of Medicine
  • Ruth O’Hara, PhDÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýStanford University School of Medicine
  • Allan I. Pack, PhDÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýUniversity of Pennsylvania/Perelman School of Medicine

Participating Institutions in alphabetical order:

  • Harvard Medical School/Harvard University
  • Morehouse School of Medicine
  • Northwestern University/Northwestern School of Medicine
  • Stanford University/Stanford University School ofÌýMedicine
  • ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ18 (Lead site)
  • University of Michigan
  • University of Pennsylvania/Perelman School of Medicine
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
  • Washington University St. Louis

Summer ProgramÌýInformation

Each year theÌýprogram will recruit 12ÌýUBR trainees and provide high quality research, core educational and professional development experiences to prepare trainees for careers in sleep and circadian science. The multi-institutional effort will provide access to training in all regions across the United States creating a community of expert mentors. The training, research, and mentoring outcomes from this R25 program will contribute important scientific knowledge to our understanding of these critical biological processes.

The training program is unique as it provides UBR trainees mentoring by more than 30 faculty from NIH T32 programs and experts in sleep and circadian science conducting research relevant to the mission of the NINDS and the NIH broadly.

This innovative training program addresses training effortsÌýset forth by the NIHÌýby: fostering the careers of highly talented scientists who will help to further NIH's mission, providing competencies and breadth ofÌýexpertise to the next generation of biomedical investigators, increasing the number of investigators thatÌýconduct sleep and circadian science, promoting science careers of women from UBR backgrounds and training mentors on best practices to foster career pathways.

Participating institutions benefitÌýfrom increased team representation which affords innovative ideas and distinct perspectives.

Ultimately, the training, research and mentoring outcomes from this R25 will foster excellence of the scientific workforce and contribute important scientific knowledge.

Public Health Relevance

Sleep and circadian rhythms are fundamental regulators of neurological function and their dysregulation cause, promote, and exacerbate neurological and other health problems. This educational program will increase the number of undergraduate students from underrepresented populations in the U.S. Biomedical Sciences for advanced academic training and foster their pursuing sleep and circadian science careers.

Representation and Excellence Statement

This R25 training program is committed to excellence in the training of future biomedical research scientists. We welcome applications from all UBR undergraduate trainee groupsÌý(e.g., students from underrepresented backgrounds, students with disabilities, and students from disadvantaged backgrounds) for this training effort. We believe that innovation in our research and training efforts is enhanced by unique perspectives and viewpoints. We are committed to providing a strong respectful and supportive community and the skills and resources to help our trainees meet their career and personal goals.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be current or recently graduated undergraduate students from underrepresented populations in the U.S. Biomedical Sciences
  • Have completed at least two semesters of university; students who have completed an undergraduate degree in the past year from the application due date and have notÌýattended a PhD or MD/PhD program are eligible
  • Have a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or above;
  • Demonstrate interest and potential to pursue graduate study toward a PhD or MD/PhD
    • (Note: The Multi-Institutional Summer Undergraduate Research ProgramÌýis not designed for students pursuing professional training for careers in clinical medicine, clinical psychology, or the allied health professions.)
  • Be at least 18 years old by the start date of the program.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or non-citizen nationalÌýof theÌýUnited States, or must have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence
    • (Note: Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible)
  • Be able to devote full-time effort over the entire duration of the summer program

Trainees will be exposed to intensive laboratory experiences, career counseling and professional development activities to provide a strong foundation for pursuing an academic career. The program will emphasize application of sleep and circadian science principles to problems of basic and clinical importance to the NIH (e.g., neurological disorders).


What does the summer research program offer?

  • Summer stipend - $5,280
  • Housing allowance - $2,800
  • Travel costs from host institution to Colorado Sleep and Circadian Summer SchoolÌýand housing allowance at the summer school
  • Host institution provided travel support from trainees home to the institution
  • Free student memberships generously provided from the Society for Research on Biological RhythmsÌýand the Sleep Research Society

Program Calendar Summer 2025

  • June 15-Aug 1
    • Summer research experience at host institutions
  • Aug 3-Aug 9
    • Summer school at the ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ18

Faculty Mentors and Summer Research Projects

Each summer, faculty from three participating institutionsÌýwill accept up to four UBR trainees.Ìý Faculty andÌýparticipating institutions for this year are listed in the application materials. In 2025Ìýthe following institutions will be hosting:

  • Harvard Medical School
  • Stanford University
  • University of Michigan

ApplicationsÌýfor Summer 2025 are open now. Please email Prof. KenÌýWright for a copy of the application and with any questions -ÌýKenneth.wright@colorado.edu

For full consideration, please apply by 3/16/2025. We will continue to accept late applications until 3/31/2025.