SRF Summer Scholars Program
The SRF Summer Scholars Program is designed to provide undergraduate students with a comprehensive research experience in the fields of aging and regenerative medicine. Participants are placed at leading universities, research institutions, and laboratories across the U.S., including Harvard University, where they work on research projects aimed at understanding the biology of aging and developing therapies to address age-related diseases.
The program offers students the opportunity to work alongside top researchers in the field, learning cutting-edge laboratory techniques and methodologies. Projects may include studies on stem cell biology, tissue engineering, gene therapy, and other areas of regenerative medicine. Students gain valuable skills in experimental design, data collection, analysis, and scientific communication.
In addition to laboratory work, the program includes a professional development component, where students participate in seminars, journal clubs, and networking opportunities with professionals in the field of regenerative medicine. The program culminates with a final research presentation, allowing participants to share their findings with the scientific community.
Eligibility Requirements
- This program is designed for undergraduate students. Only students currently pursuing an undergraduate degree or receiving their undergraduate degree during the fall, winter, or spring terms of the 2023-2024 academic year are eligible for the 2024 SRF Summer Scholars Program.
- Students currently enrolled in a master’s, doctoral, medical, or similar postgraduate degree-granting program are ineligible to apply. Similarly, applicants who have already earned a postgraduate degree are ineligible to apply.
- Students enrolled in a dual undergrad/grad program are eligible provided no degree has been earned by the start of the internship.
- The applicant must be enrolled at a university in the United States. Special circumstances, such as established exchange programs, will be considered on a case-by-case basis. U.S. citizens studying abroad are also eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be eligible to receive a stipend. Students who are studying abroad in the U.S. will need to participate in the Summer Scholars Program through a Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for off-campus employment.
For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.