MD Student Research Resources

Learn about intramural and extramural research opportunities, events and news.

About Us

The Office of Research Education's Medical Student Research Program aims to connect interested Medical Students to basic, clinical, and translational research, mentors, and funding opportunities.

Calendar of Events

The Medical Student Research Program, in conjunction with the College of Medicine and the Landacre Research Honor Society, strive to host a variety of events that initiate and enhance quality research experiences. During each academic year, these recurring events highlight research, funding and educational training. 

*Times and locations subject to change, always check with MDSR office for updates. 

TBD, 2024; LSI Module

  • Exploring Medical Research in the Summer Introduction to Medical Student Research Opportunities & How to Prepare a Competitive Research Proposal 

Oct. 4, 2024; Medical Student Research Student Panel and Opportunities Fair "Meet" faculty from Ohio State College of Medicine and Nationwide Children's Hospital

  • 2:00-2:30pm MDSR Student Panel in Room 165, Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute, located at 473 W 12th Ave.
  • 2:30pm - 4:00pm MDSR Research Opportunities Fair in Room 115, Biomedical Research Tower, located at 460 W 12th Ave.

Oct. 10, 2024; MDSR website 

  • Applications open to apply for 2025 College of Medicine Medical Student Research Scholarship 

Dec. 6, 2024; 12:30pm-4:00pm in the BRT

  • Medical Student Research Symposium

Dec. 9, 2024; MDSR website 

  • COM Medical Student Research Scholarship: Phase I Documents Due, *5:00 PM

Jan. 6, 2025; MDSR website 

  • COM Medical Student Research Scholarship: Phase II Documents Due, *5:00 PM

Jan. 21, 2025 – Feb. 3, 2025

April TBD, 2025

April 11, 2025

  • College of Medicine Medical Student Research 2025 Scholarship Award Notifications (via email)

May 2, 2025; 12:30pm -4:00pm, in the BRT

  • Medical Student Summer Research Kickoff (Mandatory of all MDSR Scholarship Recipients)

 

News and Awards

 

 

Research Opportunities

As a medical student at Ohio State, you will have numerous opportunities to test your interest in biomedical research or contribute to studies conducted by some of the nation’s most respected research scientists. Many of our students perform research with the aid of scholarships and fellowships designed to support their research interests while pursuing a medical degree.

Intramural Research Scholarship Opportunities
Extramural Research Scholarship Opportunities
College of Medicine Medical Student Research Scholarship
Research Openings

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