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The Development, Implementation And Early Learnings Of A Training Program To Advance Interest In Behavioral Research Careers Among Undergraduate Bipoc Students Majoring In Psychology., Michelle R. Lent, Denise Gaither-Hardy, Kevin E Favor, Diana Harris, Travis A Cos, Conor Millard, Zatio Kone, Ashley Van Riper, Karen L Dugosh
The Development, Implementation And Early Learnings Of A Training Program To Advance Interest In Behavioral Research Careers Among Undergraduate Bipoc Students Majoring In Psychology., Michelle R. Lent, Denise Gaither-Hardy, Kevin E Favor, Diana Harris, Travis A Cos, Conor Millard, Zatio Kone, Ashley Van Riper, Karen L Dugosh
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OBJECTIVES: Black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) remain underrepresented in research occupations. This report discusses a collaboration to train undergraduate BIPOC students in clinical research between a public health institute, two medical schools, and a historically Black College or University (HBCU). This nine-month program trained BIPOC undergraduates in research methodology, psychology, and addiction science, and immersed trainees in real-world research. The program included didactic seminars, experiential activities, and a mentored research project culminating in a poster and oral presentation.
METHODS: Key learnings, program satisfaction survey results, and preliminary outcomes from the first three program cohorts (Nā=ā6 students) ā¦