The Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) is proud to welcome its 2025 class of Summer Fellows, a talented group of 13 undergraduate and graduate students embarking on a 10-week immersive research internship. Hailing from top universities across the country, and some from right here in our own backyard, these aspiring scientists will spend the summer working alongside MMRI’s world-class researchers to explore groundbreaking questions in biomedical science.

The Summer Fellowship Program is a cornerstone of MMRI’s commitment to education and innovation. Fellows are matched with mentors in one of MMRI’s core research areas, including cardiovascular science, autoimmune disease, and neuroscience. Over the course of the internship, students gain hands-on lab experience, attend seminars led by faculty, and contribute to real research projects with potential for meaningful impact.

The Summer Fellowship also serves as a bridge between education and workforce development, aligning with broader regional goals to strengthen the STEM talent pipeline in the Mohawk Valley. Several fellows have gone on to medical school, graduate programs, or full-time research roles—including positions at MMRI itself.

As the Summer Fellows settle into their labs and begin this transformative experience, MMRI invites the community to follow their journey on social media and to celebrate the bright future these young minds represent.

To learn more about the program or donate, click here.

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