Guests:
- Dr. Doug Robinson – Director of the Initiative for Careers in Science and Medicine, Johns Hopkins University
- Pamela Hamm – Director of the Summer Academic Research Experience (SARE)
- Eleana Parajon – Graduate Student and former SARE Scholar
- Temitope Adenaike – Current SARE Scholar
- Aiden Houser – Current SARE Scholar
Summary:
In this episode, we dive into the transformative Summer Academic Research Experience (SARE) at Johns Hopkins University, a program designed to provide high school students from underrepresented communities the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience. Dr. Doug Robinson and Pamela Hamm share the program’s vision, while current students and alumni, including Eleana, Temi and Aiden, recount their personal journeys in research and mentorship. We explore the program’s long-term impact, its unique structure, and the challenges in scaling it to reach even more young scientists.
Key Topics:
- The SARE program's unique combination of academic instruction and real-world research experience
- Stories from SARE scholars on how the program has shaped their educational and career aspirations
- The critical role of mentorship in empowering the next generation of scientists
- Insights on the long-term success of SARE, with 74% of participants graduating college within four years
- Challenges in sustaining and expanding the program, including funding and lab space limitations
- The future vision for SARE to grow beyond Johns Hopkins and expand across the country
Memorable Quotes:
- "We want to see scholars who are inspired, motivated, and fired up. This program is about giving them the opportunity to realize their full potential." – Dr. Doug Robinson
- "When students spend eight weeks feeling valued, listened to, and seen, it motivates them to go back into their schools and ask for what they need. It’s incredible to watch their growth." – Pamela Hamm
- "The SARE program made me love science even more. It gave me the confidence to know that I can pursue this as a career." – Temitope Adenaike, SARE Scholar
- “I was just really proud of the fact that now large organizations like QuestBridge are recognizing my potential, talent and ability.” - Aiden Houser, SARE Scholar
- "I hope for a more equitable health landscape. Investing in young people is the key to making that a reality." – Eleana Parajon, SARE Graduate and Mentor
To learn more about the SARE program and how to support its mission, visit the Initiative for Careers in Science and Medicine (CSM) at Johns Hopkins here. For partnership opportunities or to contribute to the program, contact Dr. Doug Robinson at dnr@jhi.edu.
Applications for the 2025 SARE program open on November 1st and close on February 1st. Visit the SARE program page for details on how to apply.
Thank you for joining us on this episode of Research Renaissance. Stay tuned for more discussions with leading voices in brain science and the people shaping the future of research. Until next time—onward and upward!
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