TL1 Clinical Research Program

The TL1 Predoctoral Program at Washington University provides career development for medical and allied healthcare students through didactic coursework, mentored training, work-in-progress research discussions, journal clubs, and conferences.

The TL1 Predoctoral Program offers the following:

  • Summer Predoctoral Program: Two-month research core, beginning June 1 and ending July 31
  • One-Year (Intensive) Predoctoral Program: Twelve-month research core, beginning June 1 and continuing through May 31 the following year
  • Two-Year (Standard) Predoctoral Program: 1-2 year (9 month minimum) appointment concurrent with the student’s doctoral degree program.

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Advanced Summer Program for Investigation and Research Education (ASPIRE)

ASPIRE was created to introduce current college students to medical research, under the direction of Washington University clinician-researchers, and further young investigators’ existing interest in the field. The eight-week intensive program includes didactic sessions, seminars and a mentored research experience.

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