Program Description
The NSURP program for undergraduate research in neuroscience at the University of Texas Medical Branch on the beautiful island of Galveston, Texas provides undergraduate students the opportunity for cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research in the
area of neuroscience. One of the program goals is to promote the success of women and underrepresented minorities in science.
In order to capitalize on our nation’s intellectual potential and develop viable treatments to debilitating neurological diseases and conditions such as Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, Traumatic Brain Injury, and understand
the mechanisms of addiction and pain, we need to train a new generation of scholars in neuroscience who can creatively approach problems in a variety of ways. Under the guidance of a faculty mentor, you will learn biomedical neuroscience research
skills related to cell and molecular biology, translational sciences, toxicology, infectious disease research, stem cells, and tissue engineering, just to name a few! You will also become familiar with techniques like cell culturing, isolation
of stem cells, immunoassays, animal surgery, mass spectroscopy, and electrophysiology.
Benefits of NSURP:
- Hands-on research experience
- Poster session at end of program
- Scientific seminars and journal clubs
- Competitive stipend ($4,000)
- Assistance with preparing for graduate school
- Meet students from across the country
Eligible Students
If you are a college student (for citizens or permanent residents only) contemplating graduate studies in the biomedical sciences, you are eligible to apply. Selection will be based on your completed application, an unofficial transcript from your
undergraduate institution(s), interest in research training, and two letters of recommendation from faculty members. Funding includes a stipend, and we help arrange and supplement your housing costs. Applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups are particularly encouraged and welcome.
Application opens mid- October 2023
NSURP Application Open
Application Deadline is February 1, 2024
Deadline for supporting materials is February 15, 2024
Program dates June 5, 2024 through August 11, 2024
For more information please contact:

Debra Moncrief
Program Coordinator
Neuroscience Graduate Program
Department of Neurobiology
University of Texas Medical Branch
301 University Boulevard, Galveston, Texas 77555
MRB 2.102, Route 1069
demoncri@utmb.edu
(409) 772-2124