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Each trainee will engage in a Summer Research Experience (SRE) at a research-intensive
institution during the summer between their 1st and 2nd year in the program. The specific
SRE will be tailored for each student considering the student's research, external
collaborators that the trainee's mentor has, summer research programs, and opportunities
at national labs. Regardless, the external SRE will be designed to complement the
trainee's research activities within NSU. Here, many of the external sites have ongoing
collaborations with mentors at NSU so that the work done at the external site will
complement the work performed at NSU. For example, trainees engaged in cancer research
will be placed in external sites conducting cancer research. At the same time, the
trainee will be included in this process, and we will work with each trainee to ensure
that the SRE is successful and beneficial to the student.
Below you will see the SRE's that our trainees have completed!
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During my summer experience, I had the opportunity to continue working on my exciting research project focused on the effects of a high-fat diet and telmisartan on brain function. I spent my time dissecting 60 mouse brains and analyzing specific brain regions, such as the paraventricular nucleus and the dorsal medial hippocampus, to see how telmisartan might influence neurological disorders like depression and anxiety. This hands-on research was incredibly fulfilling and allowed me to develop essential laboratory skills while also making progress on a fascinating project. This experience not only helped me organize my research and future academic goals, but also reinforced my passion for pursuing a career in neuropharmacology! Julianna will be completing the external SRE in the Summer of 2025! |
2023-2025 Cohort
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During my internship at the Moffitt Cancer Center's melanoma research lab, I had an incredibly enriching experience that gave me the chance to learn hands-on about scientific research and the development of cancer treatments. I worked alongside experts like Dr. Smalley and Dr. Evans, who not only guided me through my experiments but also offered to write letters of recommendation for my future academic goals. I gained valuable skills in designing experiments, participating in research discussions, and learning how to build a study from scratch. The lab environment was very welcoming and collaborative, and I always felt comfortable asking questions and receiving helpful feedback. This internship opened new opportunities, including applying to Ph.D. programs in cancer research, and it inspired me to continue pursuing a career in science. |
2023-2025 Cohort
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2023-2025 Cohort
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I had an amazing opportunity to intern at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, where I had one of the best career experiences I could imagine. The structured program allowed me to work in a lab focusing on early embryogenesis, particularly the Ras-Erk signaling pathway, which is critical for both embryonic development and cancer research. I conducted live imaging using C. elegans to observe how reductions in signaling impacted early stages of embryogenesis, providing valuable insights for future research. In addition to lab work, I participated in workshops, attended research town halls, and networked with top experts in the field, including the vice president of internal medicine, who allowed me to shadow her after my lab hours. This hands-on experience, combined with exposure to the clinical side of cancer treatment, gave me a comprehensive view of both the research and medical fields. It solidified my decision to pursue an M.D.-Ph.D., and I’m now planning to apply for further research opportunities through post-bac programs to build on this experience. For any student considering a career in research or medicine, I highly recommend seeking out an internship like this—it was incredibly rewarding, both personally and professionally, and provided an excellent foundation for future academic and career goals. |
2023-2025 Cohort
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2024-2026 Cohort
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Carina will be completing the external SRE in the Summer of 2025! |
2024-2026 Cohort
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Dani will be completing the external SRE in the Summer of 2025! |
2024-2026 Cohort
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2024-2026 Cohort