If you have participated in a BSCP program (student conference, symposium, skills workshops), we encourage you to list your participation in BSCP on your resume!
CURE Program
450 Brookline Avenue, BP344
Boston, MA 02215
CURE (Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences)
Year Program Started: 2002
Application Deadline: Mid February
Program Timeframe: one summer to two years
Academic Level Targeted: college, Grades 10-12
Racial/Ethnic Focus: African American, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Native American, Mexican American, Puerto Rican, Other Hispanic, Native Alaskan, Native Hawaiian
Type of Program: education, research, mentoring
Program Attributes: books/supplies provided, stipend provided, mentors/advisors provided
Program Acceptance Requirements: matriculation at this school (Massachusetts school, college or university), class year (grades 10-12 and undergraduates, no graduating college seniors , no one under 16), area of residence (Massachusetts), GPA/academic standing
Primary Science Discipline(s) Targeted: biochemistry, biology, bio (cellular), bio (molecular), biophysics, epidemiology, nursing, physics, science (biomed), science (environmental health), science (social, behavioral), science (health), statistics/biometrics/biostatistics
Additional Comments: The CURE Program introduces students from underrepresented minority populations to the world of cancer research by placing them in real research settings where students get hands-on experience not found in any classroom. Students will learn from over 1,100 researchers and experts who are devoted to preventing, treating, and curing cancer.