Basic Science and Clinical

LOCATION: West Virginia University School of Medicine, Morgantown, West Virginia
PRECEPTOR: Arranged
DURATION: 1 month minimum
OFFERED: By arrangement with the individual faculty member and approval of Committee on Academic Standards.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: Variable
STATUS: Elective

Departments in Which Research Can Be Arranged

Basic Science

• Anatomy
• Biochemistry
• Microbiology
• Pathology
• Pharmacology and Toxicology
• Physiology

Clinical Science

• Anesthesiology
• Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry
• Community Medicine
• Emergency Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Medicine
• Neurology
• Neurosurgery
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Ophthalmology
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Otolaryngology
• Pediatrics
• Radiology
• Surgery
• Urology

Objectives

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

Methods to Achieve Objectives

The student will arrange a research project with the 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 Standards.

Examination Procedures and Evaluation Criteria

Available from the preceptor.