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A Multidimensional Aging Science Program: MSTEM Scholars Trained in Aging Research (MSTEM STAR)

Award Number: R25AG076390
ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING
OPDIV: NIH
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 05/01/2022
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 04/30/2027

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A Multidimensional Aging Science Program: MSTEM Scholars Trained in Aging Research (MSTEM STAR) - PROJECT SUMMARY / ABSTRACT In Medicine, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (MSTEM), there is a shortage of underrepresented students (i.e., ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, first- generation students, and those from low-income or otherwise disadvantaged backgrounds) who devote their careers to issues that affect an aging population. California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), a Hispanic- serving institution, proposes to implement a multidimensional aging science research education program titled MSTEM Scholars Trained in Aging Research (MSTEM STAR). The goal of the MSTEM STAR program is to increase diversity in the MSTEM aging research workforce by recruiting underrepresented MSTEM majors interested in aging and helping them to develop the skills necessary to pursue the highest level of educational attainment in their respective fields. The program has three specific aims. First, students will participate in structured research experiences through one-on-one faculty research mentoring and an intensive summer research experience at a local research-intensive (R1) university (i.e., UC Irvine, UCLA). Second, a student- centered aging science curriculum will be developed, leading to a minor in Aging Studies, which will provide a foundation in aging science, foster research skills, and promote an understanding of how the science of aging relates to students’ lives. Finally, strong student support and engagement will be fostered by mentoring and guiding students through extracurricular activities designed to improve professional skills and graduate school preparedness. The MSTEM STAR program will include three two-year cohorts of six students each. Students will be recruited as sophomores to participate in their junior and senior years. In addition to enrolling in aging- science related coursework, students will be paired with MSTEM faculty research mentors at CSUF, and then with an R1 research team for an intensive summer research experience following their junior year. A separate support mentor will guide each cohort through skill-building activities and engagement opportunities with older adults. Formal program evaluation efforts will be employed to track student success and to provide data for future contributions to pedagogical best practices. Successful implementation and completion of this program will increase the number of students from diverse backgrounds who are prepared for and successfully undertake advanced degree programs in MSTEM fields related to aging. Research and education components will be created with a focus on sustainability: The MSTEM STAR program is designed to endure beyond the life of the grant, with the intent to continually prepare underrepresented students for graduate education in aging- related MSTEM fields.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2025 ( Subtotal = $318,731 )
2025	2025	CSU FULLERTON AUXILIARY SERVICES CORPORATION	1121 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD	FULLERTON	CA	92831	ORANGE	USA	Aging Research	002	4	7/9/2025	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$318,731
2025	2024	CSU FULLERTON AUXILIARY SERVICES CORPORATION	1121 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD	FULLERTON	CA	92831	ORANGE	USA	Aging Research	000	3	3/24/2025	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$0
2025	2024	CSU FULLERTON AUXILIARY SERVICES CORPORATION	1121 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD	FULLERTON	CA	92831	ORANGE	USA	Aging Research	001	3	6/30/2025	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$0
														Subtotal = $318,731

Issue Date FY: 2024 ( Subtotal = $325,034 )
2024	2024	CSU FULLERTON AUXILIARY SERVICES CORPORATION	1121 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD	FULLERTON	CA	92831	ORANGE	USA	Aging Research	000	3	4/22/2024	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$325,034
														Subtotal = $325,034

Issue Date FY: 2023 ( Subtotal = $267,393 )
2023	2023	CSU FULLERTON AUXILIARY SERVICES CORPORATION	1121 NORTH STATE COLLEGE BOULEVARD	FULLERTON	CA	92831	ORANGE	USA	Aging Research	000	2	3/28/2023	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$267,393
														Subtotal = $267,393

Issue Date FY: 2022 ( Subtotal = $312,511 )
2022	2022	CSU FULLERTON AUXILIARY SERVICES CORPORATION	1121 NORTH STATE COLLEGE BOULEVARD	FULLERTON	CA	92831	ORANGE	USA	Aging Research	000	1	4/15/2022	NEW	$312,511
														Subtotal = $312,511

Grand Total All Awards = $1,223,669

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A Multidimensional Aging Science Program: MSTEM Scholars Trained in Aging Research (MSTEM STAR)

Award Number: R25AG076390

ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING

OPDIV: NIH

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 05/01/2022

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 04/30/2027

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