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2026 MGB Summer Programs
Rising Stars in Science and Medicine and Four Directions
Preceptor Inquiry Survey
Center for Academic Development and Enrichment
Office for Engagement and Enrichment
Note: Student-preceptor matches are determined based on aligned research interests. While every effort is made to create strong, mutually beneficial pairings, we cannot guarantee a match for all interested preceptors.
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1.
Project Type
(Required.)
Fundamental
Translational
Clinical
Health Services or Disparities
Other
If Other (please specify)
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2.
Your contact information:
(Required.)
Full Name
Degree(s): (MD, PhD, MPH, MS, MPP, etc.)
Title and Academic Appointment (if applicable):
Institution (BWH, MGH, McLean, etc.)
Department:
Division or Unit (if applicable):
Email:
Best phone number to reach you:
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3.
Please provide a one-paragraph summary of your research to help us identify students whose interests best align with your work.
(Required.)
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4.
How many students are you interested in precepting?
(Required.)
One
Two
Three
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5.
Project Format:
(Required.)
on site
hybrid (i.e. both onsite and virtual)
I can provide both on site and hybrid projects
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6.
Project Summary: Please provide a short summary of the project(s) your student(s) can work on over the eight-week period:
(Required.)
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7.
Would you be interested in mentoring a student participating through the Four Directions Summer Research Program (focused on Native American Studies and Indigenous Health)?
(Required.)
Yes
No
Maybe
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8.
Do you or your department have funding available to support a student?
Please note: The cost of funding each student is $10,000. Departments/Centers/Principal Investigators will be required to cover the cost of the student(s) assigned to their lab at a rate of $7,000 per student for the 2026 summer programs. While we know that those at MGH are used to contributing to the cost of this program, due to financial constraints, we will need to extend this requirement across MGB to continue the programs.
(Required.)
Yes
No
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9.
Would you be open to mentoring students outside of the summer session (e.g., 4-week elective or academic-year research placement)?
(Required.)
Yes
No
If Other (please explain)
10.
If your department can host students for extended or academic-year research, please describe the type of opportunities available.
11.
Are there any specific skills, experiences, or coursework you prefer your student(s) to have prior to joining your project?
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Is there anything else you’d like us to know about your research group, mentorship style, or preferred student profile?
Thank you for taking the time to complete the Preceptor Inquiry Survey and for your interest in supporting the 2026 MGB Rising Stars in Science and Medicine and Four Directions Summer Programs. Your mentorship and commitment help shape the next generation of leaders in science and medicine across Mass General Brigham.