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Haggerty-Friedman Research Fund for Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP)

Medical Students may apply for support through the Haggerty-Friedman Research Fund for Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP). Students are matched with mentors to investigate developmental or behavioral problems among children and adolescents and the psychosocial issues affecting them and their families. Included in this program is examination of psychosocial issues associated with having a chronic condition. The program is sponsored the Department of Pediatrics, Strong Children's Research Center at the University of Rochester.

The fund supports a variety of research training opportunities:

  • Year Out DBP Program
  • Summer Training Program for Medical Students
  • Mentored Medical Student Projects
  • Mentored Pediatric Resident Projects
  • Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Fellow Research Project Support

Interested students, residents, or fellows may complete the online application form.