Structure & Expectations

Applications for the 2025-26 cycle now open!

The Uplift Research Training Program is designed for undergraduate students who have never been exposed to research.

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Program Structure

8-Week Shadowing Period

Uplift Students will spend their first 8 weeks in a lab studying techniques, data analysis, relevant literature, and scientific communication with the guidance of their lab mentor. Students are compensated a $800 stipend for 3–6 hours of work per week.

16-Week Guided Research Period

Participants are expected to conduct their own research either on an independent project or in support of their lab mentor's project. Uplift Students are compensated with a $2200 stipend for 6–9 hours of research per week for 16 weeks.

2024–25 Uplift Timeline

TUES 8/26 Student & lab applications open
THURS 9/25 Student & lab applications close
Week of 9/29-10/3 Acceptance and match emails sent, Interview week & orientation
MON 10/6 8-week research period begins

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