The UCLA Brain Research Institute (BRI) sponsors a summer undergraduate research experience (BRI-SURE) which solicits applications from students from universities and colleges across the nation. BRI-SURE Pathway is an 8-week, intensive summer research- training program for exceptional students interested in pursuing research careers in Neuroscience or Physiology. The program is designed to provide a rigorous, in-depth research experience to prepare participants for top-quality Ph.D. and M.D./Ph.D. graduate programs.

BRI-SURE participants will:

• Conduct independent research with outstanding training program faculty mentors work in a cutting edge science and technology environment
• Gain exposure to some of the nation’s finest biomedical investigators and an extensive variety of research topics
• Receive individualized career counseling and develop career interests
• Participate in workshops, seminars, and journal clubs
• Build a social network with student peers and faculty
• Prepare to apply to the best Ph.D. neuroscience and physiology programs.