Summer Research for OD Students

Berkeley Optometry invites applications from current OD students for participation in a summer research training program funded by the National Eye Institute (NEI, National Insititutes of Health)

The aims of this program are to introduce research to currently enrolled optometry students, as well as to opportunities for research as a career goal, thus increasing the number of OD graduates going on to post-graduate research. Some participants also co-author publications or present their work at the American Academy of Optometry and other scientific meetings.

Funding

Special NEI funding is available for students undergoing graduate training towards their OD degrees. The program requires a full-time 10-12 week commitment during the summer.

Should you apply?

This summer fellowship program is an ideal opportunity for you to determine whether research is for you. If you are a first-year optometry student with a potential interest in research, you are strongly encouraged to apply. This program also represents an opportunity to get to know future colleagues from other campuses and compare programs. In addition, students are eligible to apply for another round of funding in their second year to support on-going research. Second-year clinical programs and board examinations can be accommodated.

To find out more about this program, see NEI Summer on the Berkeley Optometry website.