University of Toronto Summer Research Opportunities
TDRA is dedicated to supporting the development of future dementia researchers through providing co-funding for three key programs at the University of Toronto:
- Comprehensive Research Experience for Medical Students (CREMS): A program for medical students.
- CREMS MD/PhD Stream: A specialized stream for students in the MD/PhD track.
- Medical Student Post-Doctoral Summer Research Program (MSPDSRP): A program for medical students undertaking post-doctoral research.
TDRA will co-fund the research supervisor’s portion of the student stipends for dementia-related projects at TDRA sites. This funding is available for up to two projects across all three programs. TDRA will contribute $3,250 toward the supervisor’s portion of the total $6,000 stipend, with the program covering the remaining $2,750.
Below is a summary of key program details:
| Program | CREMS | CREMS MD/PhD Stream | MSPDSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Dates | 10 weeks of full-time research, running from June to August 2025. | 10 weeks of full-time research, running from June to August 2025. | 10 weeks of full-time research, running from June to August 2025. |
| Stipend | $6,000 ($3,250 supervisor responsibility, $2,750 program responsibility) | $6,000 ($3,250 supervisor responsibility, $2,750 program responsibility) | $6,000 ($3,250 supervisor responsibility, $2,750 program responsibility) |
| Research Idea Initiated by | Supervisors, who submit projects. | Students, who design their own CREMS research projects and find a qualifying supervisor. | Students, who identify projects and find a qualifying supervisor. |
| Eligibility | University of Toronto medical students. | University of Toronto MD/PhD students. | University of Toronto medical students who have previously completed a doctoral degree. |
| Current Educational Status | Currently enrolled, and between years 1 and 2 or years 2 and 3 of their medical training. | Currently enrolled in the MD/PhD program. | Currently enrolled in medical school with a completed doctoral degree. |
For more information on each program, including application details and deadlines, please see the individual webpages below.