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A successful research assistantship program as reflected by publications and presentations
1Department of Family Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester.
Family Medicine
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Family practice programs effectively train students in research. Summer assistantships yield publications, national presentations, and awards, demonstrating successful skill development.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Family Medicine Research
Background:
- Limited data exists on the outcomes of student research assistantship programs in family practice.
- A summer assistantship program trained 60 students in research fundamentals and project execution.
Purpose of the Study:
- To objectively measure the outcomes of a family practice summer research assistantship program.
Main Methods:
- Recorded publications in refereed scientific journals.
- Tracked national presentations of research findings.
- Monitored student awards for research achievements.
Main Results:
- Nine students published articles in scientific journals.
- Nine students presented research at national meetings.
- Three students received student research awards.
Conclusions:
- Students in the research assistantship program acquired basic research skills.
- The program facilitated the successful execution of research projects by students.