Yale University Summer Undergraduate Medical Research Program
The Yale Summer Undergraduate Medical Research (SUMR) is an intensive training program in modern methods of kidney, urology and hematology research with the intent to foster undergraduate students to pursue a career in biomedical research. Training is provided in both laboratory and patient-based research from the various departments (Internal Medicine, Urology, Genetics, Cell Biology, Cellular and Molecular Physiology, and Epidemiology and Public Health) that are often interconnected in understanding biology of the kidney, lower urinary tract, and hematopoiesis during health and disease. The undergraduate students’ experience will be enhanced not only by performing experiments but by an organized didactic teaching schedule given by dedicated mentors, as well as a wide array of teaching conferences available in the selected departments. The student will also have the opportunity to present his or her research at institutions funded by the R25 program at the end of the summer rotation. The overall goal is for the students in this program to enroll in graduate or medical school at a research-intensive institution focusing on kidney, hematological, or urological research
Program dates: June 1 – July 10, 2026 (6 weeks)
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have DACA status.
- Must be a current undergraduate student at the time of application.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Demonstrated interest in biomedical research and pursuing a career in the health sciences.
- Students from underrepresented groups in the sciences, economically disadvantaged backgrounds, or those who have overcome significant educational, social, or economic barriers are encouraged to apply
For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.