“I absolutely LOVED this program. It was better than I could even imagine. I learned so many new lab techniques and this cemented my goal of a career in research.” - STAR participant
The Summer STAR (Student Training And Research) Program is designed for undergraduate students who are interested in obtaining a PhD in biomedical sciences, nursing or biostatistics at Augusta University. STAR participants engage in hands-on research in a supportive environment under the guidance of an AU faculty member and their research team. This level of experiential training provides Summer STARs with excellent preparation, relevant knowledge, and practical skills needed to pursue a career in research.
| Application Opens | September 2023 |
| Application & Document Deadline | February 5, 2024 - extended to Feb 12, 2024 |
| First Day of STAR | May 20, 2024 |
| Last Day of STAR | July 19, 2024 |
STAR Participants:
Limited on-campus housing for Summer 2024 is available. STARS who choose to live on-campus, will receive a $1000 subsidy towards on-campus housing expenses.
STAR Program
Health Sciences Campus
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Getting the privilege to work in a lab that is actively working towards making a difference.
Biochemistry and Cancer Biology
The mentorship I got and the independence I was given was the best part of working in the lab.
Molecular Medicine
Learning and getting experience in research topics that I have never been exposed to.
Vascular Biology
The purpose of the STAR program is to serve as a recruiting mechanism and to provide outstanding hands-on research opportunities for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a research PhD degree in biomedical sciences, nursing or biostatistics at Augusta University.
"I loved the workshops and how tight-knit our community felt." - STAR participant
In addition to working on their own research project, STARs attend workshops that expose them to the variety of exciting research areas and techniques available at Augusta University. Additional activities provide opportunities for networking, socializing, skill building, and professional development as well as introducing participants to what they might expect from a Ph.D. program at AU. The program concludes with a presentation event for STARs to showcase their summer research and to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments.
Awards
Participation in the STAR program is not a passive, observational experience; rather it is an active experience where STARs are challenged to learn, pushed to do, and inspired to be more than they thought they could be. Each STAR participant's hard work, discipline, perseverance and unique spirit results in individual accomplishments and achievements. Thus, to distinguish oneself in such a group of exceptional peers is remarkable and deserves recognition. Congratulation STAR award winners!
