The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) awarded a $127,179 Project Grant under the Biomedical Research and Research Training program (CFDA 93.859) to the Cal Poly Corporation at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, CA. The grant, titled "BRIDGES TO THE BACCALAUREATE AT CAL POLY - INCREASING DIVERSITY IN BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH", aims to establish a Bridges to Baccalaureate program that will recruit, mentor, and train 10 students per year from Allan Hancock Community College to complete baccalaureate degrees in the biomedical sciences. The multifaceted program includes one year of research skills training and academic/transfer support at Allan Hancock College, followed by a robust curriculum at Cal Poly including mentored research, seminars, and professional development. The grant period runs from Aug 1, 2024 to Jul 31, 2029. Cal Poly Corporation will collaborate with Allan Hancock College as a sub-awardee to provide summer research experiences and ongoing mentorship for the participating students.
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