Scholars: Extended Mentoring Program
As part of the PRISM Extended Mentoring Program, Scholars receive 6鈥�12 months of structured mentoring, project-based learning, and research development support from an assigned faculty mentor.
This program helps Scholars strengthen their NIH grant readiness by continuing work on either:
- A PRISM-related grant proposal, or
- A manuscript based on preliminary or secondary data, to produce a publishable article to support future funding applications.
Eligibility
Required Criteria
In addition to meeting the general PRISM eligibility requirements, applicants for the Scholars Program must demonstrate the following:
- Completion of the 6-day PRISM Summer Institute (2023 or later) with all deliverables submitted on time.
- Willingness to sign a contract committing to the 6鈥�12 month extended mentoring program and annual data collection requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to incorporate mentor feedback into proposal or manuscript development
- Active engagement and participation during the PRISM Summer Institute
- Positive endorsement to participate in the extended mentoring program from the Institute Mentor
Program Deliverables
Scholars must complete the following requirements during and after the program:
- Signed contract confirming participation in the extended mentoring program.
- Submission of a full draft of a grant proposal or manuscript by the end of the program.
- Submission of mentor session reports and progress logs.
- Completion of the PRISM Annual Survey and submission of a current CV for up to 4 years following participation.
