Heart, Lung and Blood (HLB) Summer Research Program

Program Dates: Approximately June 7 - July 30, 2021

For students on a quarter-system, we will provide some flexibility with your program dates.

Overview

The Heart, Lung and Blood Summer Research Program is designed to engage 12 diverse undergraduates and 8 medical students in state-of-the art biomedical research in cardiovascular, pulmonary, hematological and sleep disorders research.

Students who belong to groups underrepresented in biomedical sciences are eligible to apply. In general, this includes students who are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Latino, Puerto Rican, Pacific Islanders, students from low-income families, or those with disabilities. Please note that you must be a US citizen or Permanent resident to participate.

Participants will enjoy weekly seminars that highlight research in these disciplines, as well as activities that encourage interaction among all students engaged in summer research.

The program will culminate in a poster session required for all undergraduates and non-CWRU medical students. CWRU medical students will present their work in the subsequent CWRU Lepow Day event.

Research Mentors

After acceptance, participants will be matched with a faculty member whose research is of interest to the student (see Faculty Preceptors). Only faculty of Case Western Reserve University may serve as research mentors.

Stipend

$1750 per month, minimum two months ($3500). Students who participate for longer periods will have additional pro-rated stipend support. We will provide up to $500 in travel expenses from your home to Cleveland (and back!). Some support toward dormitory housing (approximate housing cost before support: $1700) may be available.

How to Apply

To be considered for the program, you must complete the online application, submit three letters of recommendation, and supply unofficial transcript from your undergraduate institution. Please note that an official transcript will be required if accepted into the program.

Application

To start your application to the Heart, Lung and Blood (HLB) Summer Research Program, first create your account through the online application portal. Once logged in the School of Medicine application, under the Program Details section, select the Degree Type: Special Programs, Program: Heart, Lung and Blood Summer Research, and the term to proceed.

Letters of Recommendation

The recommendation process will also occur online. Please be sure to have the emails of your recommenders available. Once you add your recommenders, they will be notified to submit their recommendation online.

Transcripts

Unofficial transcripts from your undergraduate institution that you currently or have attended should be uploaded in the transcript section of the online application. Medical student applicants should substitute a letter from your medical school confirming status as a current student in good standing in lieu of transcripts. You will be required to submit official transcripts if you are accepted to CWRU HLB. Medical student status letters can be emailed to Malana Bey at mcb19@case.edu or mailed to:

Office of Graduate Education
School of Medicine Room TG1
Case Western Reserve University
10900 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106