College of Veterinary Medicine

Purdue PREP for Translational Biomedical Sciences

Thank you for your interest in the Purdue Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program (Purdue PREP) program. 

Due to recent changes in NIH/HHS priorities, we regret to inform you that the Purdue PREP program has been terminated. 

As a result, we are unable to accept new PREP Scholars at this time.

 

Kindly, 

 

Susan M. Mendrysa, Ph.D. 

Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs

Professor & Interim Dept Head of Basic Medical Sciences

Director of Purdue PREP

 

The Purdue University Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP) for Translational Biomedical Sciences fosters diversity in the biomedical sciences. It is a one-year post-baccalaureate program that provides in-depth research experience, graduate coursework, professional development, and career planning. Through a team mentoring approach, we strive to help participants develop a path for admission to a PhD, DVM-PhD, or MD-PhD program and a successful career in biomedical research.

PREP Highlights

  • PREP Scholars receive a minimum stipend of $27,000 with access to health insurance
  • Mentorship for research, academics, professional development, and career planning
  • Individualized activities aligned to Purdue PREP Scholar's goals
  • Location: West Lafayette, Indiana
  • Program dates: Early June – Late May 

Training Components

Research

  • Engage in laboratory rotations followed by a 10-11 month mentored research experience
  • Obtain training in laboratory safety and responsible conduct in research (RCR)
  • Participate in weekly lab meetings and journal clubs

Academic

  • Enroll in upper-level undergraduate or graduate level coursework
  • Learn about the graduate school application process

Community & Resiliency

  • Interact with Purdue graduate students in biomedical science as well as across disciplines
  • Engage in social activities led by peer mentors
  • Create a bridge between past and present experiences

Professional Development and Career Planning

  • Explore biomedical research-related careers
  • Prepare an individualized development plan (IDP) to map out future academic and professional goal
  • Develop skills in written and oral communication

Special thanks to our funding partner the National Institute of General Medicines (NIGMS) of the National Institutes of Health.

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Questions

For any questions or concerns email PREP@purdue.edu.