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A new research paper by Dr. Sharon Straus identified five key ingredients necessary for a successful mentoring relationship: reciprocity, mutual respect, clear expectations, personal connections, and shared values. Good mentors are honest, trustworthy, and active listeners who help their mentees achieve work-life balance.
Boston University School of Medicine is receiving a $250,000 grant to build on existing policies and programs promoting professional and personal balance. The award will support initiatives such as midcareer faculty development and online mentorship databases.
HASTAC has received a $294,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to study its own social network, focusing on effective ways to support interdisciplinary collaborations. The study will analyze six years' worth of data from the HASTAC website, examining mentoring and virtual peer connections.
A study by University of Colorado School of Medicine researchers found that foster children who receive mentoring and skills training have improved placement outcomes, with 44% fewer changes in care and 82% lower risk of residential treatment. They are also twice as likely to reunify with their biological families.
Dr. E. Peter Greenberg, a renowned microbiologist, has been recognized for his groundbreaking work on quorum sensing and biofilms. He is also celebrated for his exceptional mentoring skills, inspiring generations of scientists.
H. Julia Hannay has received the University of Houston's 2012 Esther Farfel Award for her outstanding contributions to clinical neuropsychology and her highly respected clinical neuropsychology training program. The award recognizes her efforts in mentoring students and advancing research in the field.
The American Association for Dental Research (AADR) has renamed its award to honor Dr. Irwin D. Mandel's contributions to dental research and mentorship. The newly named Irwin D. Mandel Distinguished Mentoring Award recognizes outstanding efforts to foster and promote research training and career development.
Susan M. Gasser has been recognized for her outstanding scientific research on genome stability and epigenetics, as well as her commitment to mentoring women in science. She has made significant contributions to our understanding of chromatin biology and epigenetics, with implications for human disease, including cancer.
Concordia University research reveals mentoring has a healing impact on female students who survive childhood abuse or domestic violence. The study identifies four themes of mentorship: fantasy mentors, mirrors, nurturers and supporters, and profession embodiments.
African-American men do not reap the same career benefits from mentoring and networking as Caucasians, a new University of Georgia study reveals. Despite this, it emphasizes the need for women and minorities to think broadly about their mentors and networks.
Teresa Woodruff, a Northwestern University professor, received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring at the White House. The award honors her Women's Health Science Program for High School Girls and Beyond, which mentors urban minority high-school girls in science and health.
A new report reviews over 70 mentoring program evaluations and confirms that mentoring programs confer many benefits across behavioral, social, emotional, and academic domains. However, improvements in youth outcomes tend to be modest and it's unclear how well such gains hold up over time.
The FASEB MARC Program announced 17 travel awards totaling $28,050 to support scholars' teaching and mentoring skills. The program aims to increase underrepresented scientists in leadership positions, impacting the nation's health research needs.
A study published in Childhood Obesity found that peer mentoring programs, such as HealthCorps, can significantly improve teen diet and physical activity. The program reduced soda consumption by 25.7% among girls and increased physical activity by 45% among participants.
Thirteen US Department of Energy researchers have been awarded the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) for their innovative work in various fields. The award recognizes their contributions to advancing energy independence and national security, as well as their commitment to mentoring and community ser...
The Chicago Innovation Mentors (CIM) has received a $60,000 grant from the Chicago Biomedical Consortium to improve its operations and increase efficiency. The program, which cultivates university technology commercialization, now has nearly 60 mentors and 20 mentoring projects underway.
The resource center offers core competencies, a mentoring program, and a library with over 400 documents to support effective jail administrators. Key findings include the development of 22 core competencies and a mentoring program to groom experienced leaders and recruit new employees.
Jeffrey H. Samet, MD, a professor of medicine at Boston University School of Medicine, has been selected as a 2011 NIDA International Program Awards of Excellence winner. He is recognized for his commitment to mentoring scientists in patient-focused drug abuse research and treatment.
A University of Georgia study found that informal mentor relationships significantly reduced behaviors like anger, substance abuse, and breaking the law among young adults experiencing hardship. These relationships helped youths develop self-control and set goals, compensating for difficulties in their own lives.
Wayne State doctoral student Keith Zabel has been awarded a prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowship to study the impact of racial bias on mentorship. His research aims to determine if prejudice towards black mentors affects protégé outcomes, with potential implications for mentoring literature.
A new report by Indiana University School of Dentistry calls for quick and creative solutions to address the decline in US dental faculty. The report cites widening pay gaps between private practice dentists and clinical professors as a factor in fewer dentists committing to careers in teaching. To reverse the trend, the report recomme...
A Northwestern University study reveals that successful academics struggle to mentor students during the latter half of their careers. The research, analyzing 60 years of mathematicians and their advisees, found that mentors who advised fewer students had more successful protégés.
Irwin D. Mandel, a renowned researcher and mentor, received the inaugural AADR Distinguished Mentoring Award in 2010. The award recognizes his long-term dedication to fostering and promoting research training and career development among students, trainees, and junior faculty.
Lynne Holden, a NYC ER doctor, is honored for her work in creating a more diverse health care workforce. Her organization Mentoring in Medicine has inspired nearly 6,000 students to pursue careers in healthcare.
Frank Bayliss, a SF State professor, has been awarded a Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring for his work opening doors for minority students in the sciences. His Student Enrichment Opportunities office helps send underrepresented minority students to doctoral programs annually.
Professor Peretz Friedman is recognized for his work in aeroelasticity, while Raphael Haftka and C.T. Sun are honored for their groundbreaking design work and mentoring in structural mechanics.
The Nebraska Mathematics Department received the 2009 American Mathematical Society Award for an Exemplary Program or Achievement in a Mathematics Department. The department's innovative programs, such as mentoring women PhD students and promoting math education, have had a profound effect on the discipline.
A study of a Big Brothers Big Sisters formal mentoring program found that adolescent girls benefit from relationships with female mentors, gaining emotional support and new skills. The study, led by Renee Spencer at Boston University, involved in-depth interviews of 12 pairs of girls and women mentors.
The UCSF-GIVI CFAR's mentoring program uses innovative strategies like 'trans' mentoring to support early-career investigators. The program aims to retain and optimize productivity of these researchers, addressing concerns about lack of access to funding and support for clinician scientists.
A new study finds that MSU's mentoring program improved teacher effectiveness in the Lansing district, leading to a significant reduction in teacher turnover. The program involves freeing up veteran teachers to advise beginning peers throughout the school year, providing training and support to help them succeed.
A study of 113 children and teens physically victimized by peers found that one-on-one mentoring can significantly reduce youth violence. The researchers found that those who received personalized counseling reported fewer fights, injuries, and aggressive behaviors.
New York University has received a $490,000 NSF grant to support female faculty at all levels and broaden participation of women in science through research, workshops, and training seminars. The initiative aims to increase the representation and advancement of women in academic science and engineering careers.
Researchers Elise Lev and Lucille Sanzero Eller investigate the impact of mentoring experiences on students' career choices in biomedical and behavioral research. They aim to develop effective strategies to encourage students to become successful researchers and address the underrepresentation of minority scientists.
The American Society of Hematology's Clinical Research Training Institute is providing a unique year-long education and mentoring program for promising hematologists. Participants will receive tools to develop their research skills and work on proposed clinical projects with expert faculty guidance.
Research challenges traditional views on homeworker isolation, finding that mobile connection can facilitate career progression and networking. Four interviewees expressed a desire for promotion and remained connected outside working hours.
The US National Science Foundation has honored 11 mentors of scientists and engineers for their work in promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. These individuals have demonstrated outstanding mentoring and guidance to underrepresented students, helping to increase representation in the sciences.
The Ecological Society of America (ESA) received the 2006 Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring. The award recognizes ESA's Strategies for Ecology Education, Development and Sustainability (SEEDS) program, which has increased diversity among its members and provided mentoring opportunities ...
Barbara A. Horwitz, a renowned physiologist at UC Davis, has been awarded the Bodil M. Schmidt-Nielsen Distinguished Mentor and Scientist Award for her outstanding contributions to physiological research and dedication to training young physiologists. Her teaching career has also earned numerous awards, including several APS awards.
Sheila Browne, a physical organic chemist at Mount Holyoke College, received the 2005 AAAS Mentor Award for Lifetime Achievement. She has mentored numerous women and minorities to pursue careers in science, including securing funding for research opportunities.
The Wisconsin Mentoring Seminar helps graduate researchers develop effective mentorship skills to improve student productivity and retention. The program has been successful in promoting good scientific teaching through its real-time discussions and collaborative efforts.
A mentoring program aims to improve the retention of college students and faculty from historically underrepresented groups. The study suggests that standardized goal-setting and development skills can aid in this process, as well as discussing genealogy to foster a sense of belonging within the discipline.
Nine individuals and five organizations have received the PAESMEM award for broadening opportunities in STEM education for underrepresented groups. The awardees include mentors who have pioneered innovative programs to improve retention rates and graduate success among underrepresented students.
Nine individuals and five organizations were recognized for their outstanding mentorship efforts to broaden opportunities in science, mathematics, and engineering education. The honorees include Lenore Blum, Barbara Burke, Charlena Grimes, Richard Ladner, Jeffrey Russell, Herb Schroeder, John Warner, Steven Watkins, and Elizabeth Yanik.
A recent study found that natural mentoring relationships had a significant impact on teens' lives, reducing the likelihood of gang involvement and substance abuse. However, these benefits were often outweighed by other risk factors such as poverty and family relationships.
The College of Engineering at Virginia Tech is launching three new programs to improve retention and graduation rates for under-represented engineering students. The programs, funded by a $2 million NSF grant, will offer mentoring, academic development, and residential learning environments to support freshman and transfer students.
The Gerontological Society of America conferred its 2004 Distinguished Mentorship in Gerontology Award to Dr. Jackson, recognizing his influence on numerous graduate and post-doctoral students. His leadership has contributed significantly to the advancement of gerontological research.
The President's Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring recognize institutions and individuals who promote diversity and inclusion in STEM education. This year, 62 institutions and 78 individuals were recognized for their innovative approaches to mentoring, including comprehensive programs and community...
A Mount Holyoke researcher is studying how low-income urban youth develop science aspirations and pursue careers in science and technology. The five-year study will examine the social negotiations of educational and career aspirations, effective mentoring strategies, and patterns of science and technology learning and motivation.
The American Chemical Society is honoring a high school chemistry teacher for his exceptional mentoring skills and commitment to the ACS Scholars Program. The program has provided scholarships to 28 students from Puerto Rico who took Mr. Fonseca's chemistry class, with some going on to win national awards.
Women need active mentoring to realize their strengths and potential for career advancement. Flexible work arrangements and policies that support working mothers are also crucial. Companies that prioritize these aspects can create a more inclusive and supportive work environment.
Bard has made significant contributions to the field of chemistry, including work on scanning electrochemistry microscopy and its applications in studying chemical reactions and biological functions. He is also a dedicated teacher and mentor, having mentored over 200 graduate students and thousands of undergraduate chemistry students.
Virginia W. Stern, AAAS director of the Project on Science and Technology in Disability, receives the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Mentoring for her work promoting inclusion and opportunities for students with disabilities. The award recognizes her efforts to create family and community support systems and improve condi...
According to Professor Valerie Randle's research, the imbalance in senior positions is attributed to differing attributes and aspirations of men and women. More women are now aspiring towards senior management positions due to growing schemes like networking and mentoring.