3rd & 4th year Research Electives

M3 Research Selective

The M3 Research Selective allows third-year medical students to undertake four weeks of research under the direction of a mentor. Students may use the Research Selective block as part of the Longitudinal Research Program.

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M4 Research Elective

The M4 Research Elective allows fourth-year medical students to undertake 4, 8, or 12 weeks of research under the direction of a mentor. Students may use the Research Elective block as part of the Longitudinal Research Program.

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1 Aug Applications for M4 Research Elective Due

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