Program Overview
This program is held each year during Early Fall (May-July) and offers predoctoral students the opportunity to work with a faculty mentor on a research project. Projects may involve wet lab work, clinical data analysis, etc. Students are supported by a stipend provided by the Dean's Office.
Program Requirements
Participation in the Summer Dental Research Program requires that students:
- Be in good academic standing as of June 15th
- Obtain necessary training and required institutional approval for research involving human subjects, animals, and/or use of radiation
- Commit consistent blocks of time to the project during the program period
- Attend the weekly research seminar (CLD 870) held during Early Fall
- Present at the annual SDM Student Research Day held the following spring
Steps for Participation
1. Identify and contact mentor (be persistent)
- Tips on how to find a mentor and a list of potential mentors can be found on the Find a Faculty Mentor page
2. Submit Letter of Intent (optional)
3. Write a research proposal with your mentor
4. Submit proposal for review (success rate greater than 90%)
5. Spend 5-6 weeks over the summer conducting research
6. Present a poster at the annual SDM Student Research Day
