Our Mentorship Programs

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NERVE

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The Early Neurosciences Development (END) program is our newest mentorship initiative designed to provide broad-scoped, early exploration of neuroscience for undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds. Our mission is to support students, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, through structured training, mentorship, research opportunities, and educational enrichment.

NERVE

NERVE is a national virtual interest group designed to help supplement medical school, by providing a multi-institutional forum for shared objective mentorship. We have a particular focus on disadvantaged students.

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Community Impact

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"BSG is a community where curiosity meets collaboration, and the pursuit of scientific innovation drives us forward. The group fosters an environment where new ideas are welcomed, diverse perspectives are valued, and every conversation sparks further exploration. "

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Ben Ojakapeli

"As a MD/PhD student without a home residency program in neurosurgery, being involved with BSG and NERVE has been an excellent opportunity to form connections in the neurosurgical community and take part in clinical neurosurgery research while completing my PhD. The students, residents, and faculty I have met through BSG and NERVE have all been welcoming, hard-working, and passionate about providing students from diverse backgrounds opportunities to get involved in this incredible field, and working with this community has been the highlight of my medical student experience."

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Nikki M. Barrington

Rosalind Franklin University

"BSG has been an essential part of my journey in neurosurgical research and education. By connecting with the nationwide community that the organization provides, I’ve gained access to invaluable resources, including data, educational materials, and a supportive network of faculty and experienced peers. Over the past two years, BSG has provided a platform for growth and collaboration in the field, playing a key role in shaping my projects and helping me explore new ideas."

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Megan Malueg

Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

"Coming from a smaller academic institution with limited neurosurgical research. Brain and Spine group has given me the platform, resources, and tools to pursue research that I’m passionate about. Without brain and spine I would not have had this opportunity until residency. I have also met and worked with some amazing colleagues thus far who will truly go on to do amazing things in the field."

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Mac Miller

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Mentorship Metrics

Fall 2024 – Summer 2025 Metrics

30+

conference posters

27 Manuscripts Published

55

NERVE Participants

10%

from prior year

69%

without home mentorship

46

institutions

24

different states

Projections