Structure & Expectations

Lab & Student applications for 2026-27 are now OPEN through Sep 25th.

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The Uplift Research Training Program is designed for undergraduate students who have never been exposed to research.

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Program Structure

8-Week Shadowing Period

Uplift Students will spend their first 8 weeks in a lab studying techniques, data analysis, relevant literature, and scientific communication with the guidance of their lab mentor. Students are compensated a $800 stipend for up to 6 hours of work per week.

16-Week Guided Research Period

Participants are expected to conduct their own research either on an independent project or in support of their lab mentor's project. Uplift Students are compensated with a $2200 stipend for up to 10 hours of research per week for 16 weeks.

2026–27 Uplift Timeline

SAT 9/5 Student & lab applications open
SUN 9/25 Student & Lab applications close

Week of 9/28-10/2 Acceptance and match emails sent, Interview week & orientation
MON 10/5 8-week research period begins

MON 1/7 10-week research period begins

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