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Internship & Fellowship
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Sponsor
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Harvard Medical
School
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Title
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FOUR DIRECTIONS SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
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Contact
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Harvard Medical
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Four Directions Summer
Research Program
c/o Minority Faculty Development Program
Attn: Elena Muench
1620 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02120
phone: 617.525.7644
e-mail: info@fdsrp.org
url: www.fdsrp.org
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Availability
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June
16 – August 7, 2008
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Eligibility
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Undergraduate/graduate
Native American students interested in medicine or biomedical research.
Selection criteria will focus on student's motivation, maturity, and
willingness to succeed beyond usual expectations. Must have completed
freshman year of college by program start date.
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Information
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An
opportunity to conduct basic science research with Harvard faculty and to
network with peers, colleagues. No previous research experience required
though introductory biology is recommended. Applicants from rural
colleges, community colleges, and adult learners encouraged to apply.
Application on website. Applications/Letters of Recommendation not
accepted by fax. Notification by April 1st.
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Benefits/Award
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Airfare,
transportation, lodging; a stipend of at least $2500 to cover food and
incidentals. No fees.
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Deadline
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Postmark
deadline is February 29, 2008
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Required Documentation
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Complete
Application, includes written responses to questions; Two Letters of
Recommendation - one to address relationship to Native community and one
to address academic performance.
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