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Summer Research Training Program -- Veterinary Medicine

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The Summer Research Training Program at Illinois is one of many similar programs nationally and internationally. It is funded in part by the National Institutes of Health and in part by the Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Scholars Program. Students receive a stipend for participation in the program.

During the 10-week program, students are expected to:

Work on a research project in the mentor’s laboratory for 40 hours per week
Complete training modules to learn about laboratory safety and the use of animals and human subjects in research
Complete training in the ethical conduct of scientific research
Attend a seminar series covering topics from research compliance to career opportunities and planning. Careers in academia, industry, and government are discussed
Participate in a scientific writing series; prepare an abstract, a poster presentation and a short manuscript
Participate in a field trip to pharmaceutical companies; network with veterinary students in the summer research program at Purdue University
Write a research abstract and submit it to the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium
Present a research poster to the College of Veterinary Medicine in the summer and on the college’s Research Day the following April
Optional: Present a research poster at the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium

SUMMER RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION

The program will begin on Monday, May 25, and end on Friday, July 31, 2026.
The National Veterinary Scholars Symposium will be held at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dates to be determined, but typically around August 7 to 10.
Students will receive a stipend of $5,997 for participation in the program.
Complete the online application form by February 1, 2026, by 11:59 p.m.

Selection Process

All applications will be reviewed by the Program Directors.
The student-mentor matching process will begin immediately after the application deadline and continue until all places in the program are filled.

AI Based Application Success Predictor

Whether you’re targeting internal campus awards (CRB, college funds) or external fellowships/grants, the following factors strongly correlate with competitive success.

🧠 1) Strong Alignment with Strategic Priorities

Projects that match UIUC’s research priorities — interdisciplinary innovation, societal impact, and scholarly excellence — tend to be more competitive. Internal panels often assess how well proposals advance the campus mission. Illinois Research

Tip: Read the funding program’s goals carefully and tailor project language to them.

📊 2) Feasible, Well-Structured Proposals

Reviewers look for:

Clear research questions and objectives

Strong methodology and timeline

Realistic budget and justification

Junior and senior applicants alike benefit from clearly delineated research plans.

👨‍🔬 3) Documented Investigator Capability

For faculty awards and external grants alike, a track record of relevant publications, prior funded work (even internal), and demonstrated potential for project completion increases confidence.

Tip: Emphasize relevant experience and contributions, especially in proposals or fellowship CVs.

🤝 4) Mentorship and Support Structures

For student funding (especially undergraduate and graduate), strong mentorship letters increase competitiveness. Panels want evidence that the project will be supported by committed advisors.

Tip: Involve mentors early and ensure letters are specific and substantive.

🧪 5) Interdisciplinary & Collaborative Components

Many internal seed programs (e.g., CSBS Small Grants, BRIDGE) and competitive external opportunities favor interdisciplinary collaboration — combining expertise across units improves reviewer perceptions of impact and innovation. Illinois Research

🌍 6) Leverage Libraries and Support Resources

Using:

Library research support for literature grounding

Workshops on proposal writing and data plans

OVCRI’s funding lists and limited submission notices

…can noticeably strengthen applications.

📣 7) Persistence and Timely Revisions

Grant success often comes after multiple drafts and critical feedback. Internal reviews (from advisors or IDEAS workshops) can catch weaknesses early.

🧠 Summary Checklist

Success Factor	Applies To
Strategic alignment	internal + external
Clear research design	all
Investigator record	faculty, graduate
Strong mentorship	student proposals
Collaboration	interdisciplinary awards
Library & proposal support	improves draft quality

🧠 Final Tips

✔ Start early — internal deadlines (e.g., CRB dates) are firm and can differ from external ones. Campus Research Board
✔ Check college/unit awards in addition to campuswide ones.
✔ Use UIUC support services for proposal feedback before submission.
✔ Attend campus workshops on grant writing and fellowship applications.

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Eligibility Requirements

Enrollment in the first or second year of veterinary school at the time of application.
Career interests that would benefit from research training.
Veterinary students from other universities are encouraged to apply.
Individuals who have completed a DVM degree are not eligible.

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 3505 Veterinary Medicine Basic Sciences Building 2001 S Lincoln Ave

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