Fuel Your Research: Resources for Quillen College of Medicine Students
Looking to take your research further? Whether you need support for travel, publication
fees, or essential materials, this page connects you to opportunities designed to
help Quillen medical students succeed in their scholarly pursuits.
Medical students are encouraged to engage in meaningful research supported by strong mentorship and institutional resources. With opportunities across basic, clinical, translational, and community-based sciences, students gain valuable experience that enhances their education, builds critical skills, and strengthens residency applications. Quillen’s supportive environment makes research accessible, rewarding, and an essential part of becoming an evidence-based, future-ready physician.”
Find a Mentor
Quillen College of Medicine offers strong faculty mentorship and access to advanced
research resources, supporting students in conducting impactful medical and scientific
research. Search for a mentor by clicking
HERE
Statistical Support
Dr. White-Archer provides overall research and biostatistical support to medical trainees
(Medical Students, Residents, and Fellows) across Quillen. She has a DrPH and MPH
in Epidemiology and specializes in REDCap programming, data management, and statistical
analysis in SAS. If you are a medical trainee interested in research or needing support
for an ongoing research project, please fill out this brief survey to help Dr. White-Archer
better serve you: https://redcap.link/ku1hkfpw.
To set up an appointment, click HERE
Funding Opportunities
Travel Support
Students have many opportunities to travel for conferences during their time at Quillen. Students will have the opportunity to be reimbursed on one of their travels during the academic year for an amount up to $500.00. Students that wish to travel, and be reimbursed, will have to complete a request form before booking a conference on the travel website by clicking HERE .
Supplemental Funding
The purpose of this form is to request additional funds designated to support the academic, professional, and personal development needs of medical students. This additional funding opportunity is complementary to the travel policy listed above. These funds, generated by means of an allocation from student fees, aim to enhance educational opportunities, foster research innovation, and promote global health experiences.
Funds may be allocated for the following purposes:
Travel
Costs associated with attending conferences, workshops, or research collaborations, including transportation, lodging, and registration fees.
Poster Preparation
Expenses for designing, printing, and producing research posters for presentations.
Publications
Fees related to submitting and publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals or other academic outlets
Project Reagents
Costs for materials, supplies, or equipment necessary to conduct research projects (e.g., lab reagents, software, or small-scale instrumentation).
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Read the Medical Student Academic Opportunities Funding Policy READ
Submit your ACP Abstract for 2025 HERE