这项研究评估了UCSF夏季学生研究计划(SSRP)在提高研究相关技能方面的有效性。学术成果,以及生物医学和STEM领域代表性不足的少数民族(URM)和非URM本科学生的学士学位期望。SSRP,跨越9周,提供身临其境的研究体验,结构化的指导,培训,研讨会,STEM教育。使用配对样本t检验分析了来自八个队列(N=315)的程序前和程序后调查数据,MANOVA,和内容分析。结果表明,批判性思维能力显著提高,研究能力,科学认同,应用科学技能,并准备好从事研究工作。值得注意的是,参与者在理解研究过程方面表现出改进,科学思维,科学写作,和解决问题。URM和非URM学生经历了相似的收获,突出显示程序的包容性。SSRP也积极影响学生的研究生愿望。一些与会者表达了对攻读文学硕士的高度兴趣,博士,还有M.D.学位,表明对高级教育和研究职业的清晰度和动力增加。此外,87%的参与者表示很有可能参与未来的研究工作,强调该计划对研究兴趣的持续影响。这项研究强调了结构良好的变革潜力,强化暑期研究计划,显着提高URM和非URM学生的学术成果。这些发现与持久性框架一致,强调早期研究经验的重要性,主动学习,和学习社区在培养学生的成功。SSRP在提高研究技能和学士学位后的愿望方面的有效性表明其在STEM领域多样化方面的潜力,生物医学科学和健康相关专业。
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the UCSF Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) in enhancing research-related skills, academic outcomes, and post-baccalaureate aspirations of underrepresented minority (URM) and non-URM undergraduate students in biomedical sciences and STEM fields. The SSRP, spanning 9 weeks, provides immersive research experiences, structured mentorship, trainings, seminars, and STEM education. Pre- and post-program survey data from eight cohorts (N = 315) were analyzed using paired-sample t-tests, MANOVA, and content analysis. Results demonstrate significant gains in critical thinking skills, research abilities, science identity, applied science skills, and readiness for a research career. Notably, participants exhibited improvements in understanding the research process, scientific thinking, science writing, and problem-solving. URM and non-URM students experienced similar gains, highlighting the program\'s inclusivity. The SSRP also positively influenced students\' postgraduate aspirations. Some participants expressed heightened interest in pursuing Master of Arts, Ph.D., and M.D. degrees, indicating increased clarity and motivation towards advanced education and research careers. Furthermore, 87% of participants expressed a high likelihood of engaging in future research endeavors, underscoring the program\'s sustained impact on research interest. This study underscores the transformative potential of a well-structured, intensive summer research program in significantly enhancing academic outcomes for URM and non-URM students alike. These findings align with the persistence framework, emphasizing the importance of early research experiences, active learning, and learning communities in fostering student success. The SSRP\'s effectiveness in improving research skills and post-baccalaureate aspirations suggests its potential in diversifying the STEM fields, biomedical sciences and health-related professions.