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www.hematology.org/awards
The ASH Minority Medical Student Award Program (MMSAP) launched its first cohort of medical students
across the country in 2004 with a goal to increase minority representation in hematology. For over a
decade the program has successfully provided research experience and mentorship to early-career
medical students who have been able to use that knowledge and support to advance their careers.
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About the ProgramThrough MMSAP, medical students who are interested in the field of hematology complete an eight- to 12-week research experience in the lab of an ASH member. This program is open to minority medical students from the United States or Canada who are enrolled in a DO, MD, or MD/PhD program. There is no fee to apply.
Program benefits:• A stipend of $5,000 for a research project• An allowance of $2,000 for travel to the
ASH annual meeting• Complimentary online subscriptions to
Blood and The Hematologist that continue through medical school and residency
• The guidance of a research and a career-development mentor
Important Deadlines:Applications are due March 10, 2015. If you would like to be matched with a research mentor, submit a request by January 2, 2015. For more information about the application process, including eligibility requirements, visit www.hematology.org/mmsap.
Questions?Contact ASH at [email protected] or by phone at 202-776-0544.
CAREER PLANNING
EARLY- MID- CAREER
CAREERACHIEVEMENT
ASH® MINORITY MEDICAL STUDENT AWARD PROGRAM
Celebrating a Decade of Excellence in Providing Hematology Research Experience for Medical Students
“ There was a huge clinical aspect…I got to see who I’m helping and the impact the drug would have on the lives of these patients.” – Necresha Roach, MMSAP participant
“ My mentors went out of their way to expose me to various aspects of the field.” – Ismanie Guillaume, MMSAP participant
“ I learned an incredible amount over the last few months and was amazed at how quickly this research was directly affecting patient outcomes.” – Reinaldo Perez, MMSAP participant
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