This class for SUPERR students specifically focuses on the study of nephrology in an informal, open manner. The aim of these classes is to have open dialogue with the instructor and other students while learning unique areas of kidney-focused research and tools for a future in research science. Please understand that attendance is a mandatory addition to your summer experience as a SUPERR fellow.
Introductions, Questions, and Pizza
Week 1 - During the first meeting, you will meet the other SUPERR students along with SUPERR faculty, mentors, and staff for a Q&A session on the program and what to expect for the summer.
Renal Physiology Boot Camp
Week 2 - We will briefly touch on the relevant physiology of the kidney and how it relates to renal function.
Ethical Concerns with Renal Transplant
Week 3 - Using actual case studies, we will have an open discussion about the ethical considerations that must be considered when selecting suitable transplant donors.
How to Read and Understand a Scientific Paper
Week 4 - This session will teach you how to critically read and analyze primary research articles…without getting lost in the details!
The Basics of Statistical Data Analysis
Week 5 - This session will outline some of the basic statistical analyses needed in data analysis and when to use them.
SUPERR Star Journal Club
Week 6 - The discussion of a trending article focused on some aspect of renal-based research. Students will be provided the paper a week in advance and are expected to apply the strategies taught to participate in the discussion.
Preparing a Poster Presentation
Week 7 - As you are finalizing your summer project, this session will address how to effectively show your work through poster planning, production, and presentation.
Methodology Show and Tell
Week 8 - Each student will present a method that they have been performing in the lab over the summer to their classmates. Each presentation will be approximately 5 minutes and the content of the presentations will be coordinated with the program director a few weeks beforehand.
UPERR Poster Session
Week 9 - Members of the Renal Division and Department of Physiology will attend an informal poster session allowing you to practice your poster presentation before the NIH/NIDDK-KUH Symposium.
Week 10 - NIH/NIDDK-KUH Symposium (location TBD)