During the Spring 2022 semester, RI-INBRE piloted the Semester Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) program to provide a unique academic year research experience for University of Rhode Island students underrepresented in the biomedical sciences and related fields. Fifteen SURE fellows participated in paid research experiences during the spring semester, in addition to professional development activities.
The SURE participants were nominated by RI-INBRE affiliated faculty, and are all from underrepresented populations, including 69% underrepresented minorities, 69% from disadvantaged backgrounds, and 6% identifying as disabled.
On May 10th, 2022, the SURE participants presented their research findings at the first annual SURE Poster Symposium, held in the Fascitelli Center for Engineering, Toray Commons.
