Program Requirements

Students are eligible to apply for the BP-ENDURE program if they meet the following criteria:

Be members of diverse group (as per NIH RFA MH-10-070), first-generation college students, economically disadvantaged, or have a documented disability
Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
Be committed to applying to a Ph.D. program in a neuroscience-related area
Be a college sophomore or junior
Be a permanent resident or US citizen

Application

To request a Word format application & to submit supporting documentation, please contact Kizzy Vazquez
Deadline for all application materials: January 31st
One page essay required, describing your career goals, research interests/experience, the type of neuroscience doctoral program to which you would like to apply, and any other helpful information for the admissions committee.
Transcripts (Unofficial from home school & Official from transfer school)
2 letters of recommendation (sent by recommenders directly to program administrator)

University:

Brown University

Department:

Chemistry

Faculty Member Name:

David M. Berson

Research Interest:

Retinal ganglion cells and their role in visual behaviors