Rising sophomores and juniors are encouraged to apply for the Appalachian Gerontology Experiences: Advancing Diversity in Aging Research Scholars Summer Research Internship Program by Jan. 15.
Funded by the National Institute on Aging, this six-week paid summer research program aims to train students in aging research and prepare them to address Appalachian health disparities as future researchers and health professionals. The program begins May 17.
“In West Virginia, the only state contained entirely within Appalachia, aging poses special challenges,” said Julie Hicks Patrick, principal investigator of the program. “We have higher rates of diseases and disability here, and we often must travel long distances or wait a long time before accessing medical services.”
For questions, contact betty.mei@mail.wvu.edu or amber.rusch@mail.wvu.edu.