Students

At present, there are about 44 participants in the MBRS-RISE Undergraduate Scholars Program. The program is designed to increase their academic achievement in a solid science curriculum; integrate them into their major department and university communities; expose them to the biomedical sciences and scientists; enhance their academic achievement; and to lay the foundation for their eventual successful research careers in the biomedical sciences.

Also, participating students develop solid skills in mathematics, basic sciences, and the English language.  They are well motivated to follow careers in the biomedical sciences through interaction with science faculty and other biomedical scientists and through their participation in solid research experiences. The participation of MBRS-RISE students in research is about 10-15 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during the summer.

In summary, the traditional undergraduate experience is enhanced through student participation in co-curricular activities such as seminars, workshops, special courses, and strong opportunities for year-round participation in contemporary research under the direction of a UPR faculty member. 

Participating students:

Develop solid skills in mathematics, basic sciences, and the English language and use these to support high academic achievement in rigorous undergraduate majors in the natural and behavioral sciences and mathematics; are motivated to careers in the biomedical sciences through interaction with science faculty and other biomedical scientists and participation in solid research experiences;
are prepared for the transition from undergraduates to Ph.D. students

Freshman Students:

Sophomore Students:

Junior Students