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St George's University's Medical Student Research Institute: A Novel, Virtual Programme for Medical Research
R S Chamberlain1, Z Klaassen2, M C Meadows3
1St George's University School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies; Department of Surgery, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, New Jersey, USA; Department of Surgery, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, New Jersey, USA. rchamberlain@barnabashealth.org.
A new online platform, the Medical Student Research Institute (MSRI), facilitates remote research collaboration for medical students. This initiative supports student research endeavors and enhances their competitiveness for residency programs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Research Collaboration
- Student Development
Background:
- Medical student research is crucial for residency match success in the US.
- There's a growing need for accessible research opportunities for medical students.
- Facilitating student-faculty research collaboration is a key educational goal.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an online research website for medical students and faculty.
- To create a platform for seamless online collaboration and project completion.
- To centralize and support medical student research activities.
Main Methods:
- Development of the Medical Student Research Institute (MSRI) website.
- Implementation of online tools for research project management and collaboration.
- St. George's University School of Medicine initiated the MSRI in 2009.
Main Results:
- The MSRI has 63 active students (22 basic science, 41 clinical).
- Students achieved high GPAs (mean 3.81) and USMLE Step 1 scores (mean 241.6).
- MSRI students have published 87 manuscripts and presented at 14 conferences since 2009.
Conclusions:
- A web-based MSRI effectively coordinates remote research collaboration.
- The platform provides a virtual resource for students and faculty.
- The MSRI model offers a scalable solution for universities to provide research opportunities.
