Clinical Undergraduate Research in Addictions – Training and Experiences (CURATE)
The 2027 CURATE Program is accepting applications until January 11th, 2027! Please APPLY HERE [Form will be available soon!]
2027 program dates: End of May-End of July [exact dates TBD]
Move-in for BU Campus Housing: TBD, Move-out: TBD
CURATE is a 10-week summer program that provides undergraduate students with a mentored introduction to addiction research, clinical care, and professional development. Participants are matched with a faculty mentor whose research interests align with their own and are engaged in a range of educational and experiential learning opportunities throughout the summer.
Through didactic sessions, workshops, clinical observations, and mentorship, students will:
- Learn from leading researchers and clinicians in the field of addiction medicine.
- Develop foundational research skills through hands-on mentorship and guided learning experiences.
- Gain exposure to the screening, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with unhealthy drug and alcohol use.
- Build meaningful connections with faculty mentors and a community of peers who share an interest in addiction research and medicine.
- Explore career pathways in addiction research, medicine, public health, and related fields.
Who Should Apply?
CURATE is designed for motivated undergraduate students who are interested in addiction research and are eager to deepen their understanding of substance use, treatment, and recovery through research and experiential learning.
Questions?
Contact us at curate@bmc.org
The CURATE Program is funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) R25DA059908
