Research - Basic Science & Clinical

LOCATION: West Virginia University School of Medicine, Morgantown, Charleston or Eastern Division campuses, West Virginia
PRECEPTOR: Arranged
DURATION: 1 month minimum and maximum
OFFERED: By arrangement with the individual faculty member AND approval of Committee on Academic and Professional Standards (CAPS)
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: Variable
STATUS: Elective

Departments in Which Research Can Be Arranged

Basic Science

Biochemistry
Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology
Neuroscience
Pathology, Anatomy and Laboratory Medicine
Pharmacology and Physiology

Clinical Science

Anesthesiology
Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Dermatology
Emergency Medicine
Family Medicine
Medical Education
Medicine
Neurology
Neurosurgery
Neuroradiology
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Orthopedic Surgery
Otolaryngology
Pediatrics
Radiation Oncology
Radiology
Surgery
Urology

Objectives

To provide an opportunity for the student to participate in laboratory or clinical research

Methods to Achieve Objectives

The student will arrange a research project with the faculty preceptor of his/her choice. The student must complete a research proposal form with the appropriate signatures and submit said proposal to the Committee on Academic and Professional Standards (CAPS) for review and final approval.

Examination Procedures and Evaluation Criteria

Available from the preceptor. Research electives are applied CCMD 841 and are limited to 4 credits (4 weeks). Students may participate in ongoing longitudinal research without credits being applied towards elective credits as a graduation requirement.