An intensive summer training program increased enrollment in a Master of Science in Biotechnology degree program, increasing awareness and opportunities among under-represented and underserved groups as a first step to transforming the biotech industry.
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Funding for Bridges to Biotechnology & Bioentrepreneurship and for this research was provided by Baxter International, the Atlanta University Center Data Science Initiative and the United Negro College Fund. The authors thank N. Kennedy and L. Howze for their assistance with data collection and M. Lui, S. Fisk and C. Simmonds for helpful discussions.
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Howard, A.P., Slaughter, L.S., Adebowale, J. et al. The impact of a graduate training and career outlook program on diversity in the biotechnology sector. Nat Biotechnol 42, 148–155 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41587-023-02084-0
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