Partners in research: benefits of a summer research program.
BACKGROUND
The Partners in Research program provides first-hand research experiences for medical, pharmacy, and African-American undergraduate students.


METHODS
During ten weeks, students participate in on-going cancer research, weekly educational sessions, two observational clinic sessions, and at least one patient support-community outreach clinic.


RESULTS
Over the past six years the program has enrolled 155 students. Surveys indicate that most students give the course high ratings and would recommend the course to their peers. Follow-up shows their continued interest in research.


CONCLUSIONS
The program will encourage students to pursue careers in cancer research and provide a solid base of knowledge to future health care professionals.
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Thomas
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205, USA.
Coleman
Elizabeth Ann
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Fifer
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Burns
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Orr
Clifton
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Nicholas
Richard W
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D035843:Biomedical Research / Q000458:organization & administration*; D002321:Career Choice; D004504:Education, Medical, Undergraduate / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D008495:Medical Oncology / Q000193:education*