Robert Louis Katz & Manne Research Institute Summer Scholars Program
Hear from Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute President and Chief Research Officer, Dr. Patrick Seed, discuss the importance of diversity in research and training within the Robert Louis Katz & Manne Research Institute Summer Scholars Program.
Program Description
The Robert Louis Katz & Manne Research Institute Summer Scholars Program engages undergraduates in research pertaining to pediatric health and disease through the ongoing generosity of the Robert Louis Katz Medical Research Foundation and Manne Research Institute.
The program’s mission is to nurture early exposure to top-tier scientific inquiry and amplify interest in scientific careers, with a primary focus on advancing children's health and welfare. The program aims to provide undergraduate students with equitable access to research opportunities by prioritizing qualified students for whom this may be especially challenging, thereby fostering diversity in the scientific community.
Summer scholars spend eight weeks working daily with their faculty mentor and research team to learn about conducting scientific research and gain hands-on research experience. They also participate in a weekly seminar led by various participating faculty members and research education who share insights on how to prepare scientific poster presentations and provide guidance about career development.
The 8-week program is a paid opportunity. The 2025 program begins June 16 and ends August 8. The program is currently unable to accept international students. The program is open to students who have completed at least their freshman year and are currently enrolled in the fall 2025 term in continuation of working toward earning an undergraduate degree.
2025 Cohort Application Cycle
The application for the summer 2025 program is now open. The request for application provides additional application details.
- Applications close on January 24, 2025 at midnight.
- View the 2025 Faculty Mentor Book for details on mentors and projects.
Recommendation Letter Requests: Two letters of recommendation are required to be considered for the program. It is the responsibility of the student to send the letter of recommendation request form directly to their letter writers. We encourage students to request reference letters well in advance of the application deadline. The link below can be provided to letter writers any time after the application opens but must be submitted no later than January 26, 2025.
Letters of Recommendation Upload Form
Questions?
Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page. If you can't find what you are looking for email us at kmscholars@luriechildrens.org.
