People

Investing in talented scientists is central to the Broad’s mission of improving the understanding and treatment of human disease. The biggest challenges in biomedicine can only be conquered if promising scientists are nurtured at the most crucial stages of their careers. This requires not only mentoring and training, but also providing resources that allow them to pursue their most ambitious ideas.

We have worked with philanthropic partners to launch fellowships and awards that provide support to our most exceptional investigators. Below are examples of philanthropic partnerships supporting the next generation of scientific leaders.

BroadIgnite

BroadIgnite is an exciting initiative to support the bold ideas of early-career scientists—who often have difficulty obtaining funding from traditional sources—by connecting them with philanthropists.

Broad Summer Research Program

The Broad Summer Research Program (BSRP) is an intensive nine-week summer research opportunity designed for undergraduates with a commitment to biomedical research and an interest in genomics. BSRP has a strong record of success in helping students nurture their passion for research and succeed in graduate school and scientific careers. Students spend the summer performing original research in labs across the Broad's research areas.

Broad Summer Scholars Program

The Broad Summer Scholars Program (BSSP) provides motivated, curious high school students from the Greater Boston area the opportunity to participate in world-class scientific research.

STEM Education and Inclusion

The Broad runs several educational programs to increase access to research for K-12 students, including Scientists in the Classroom, which teaches eighth grade students about genetics and evolution research, and an after-school program called the Bio-Coding Club.