In biomedical research, talent is everywhere but career opportunities are not. The Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) recently established the Jon C. Allen Undergraduate Research and Mentorship Endowment to help broaden perspectives, facilitate innovation and encourage the next generation of scientists. Jon was a long-term Emory employee who devoted more than 20 years of service to the EPC, Emory Vaccine Center and Emory University School of Medicine.
“Jon Allen spent his career in pursuit of science, while also mentoring and inspiring careers of people underrepresented in biomedical research. The Emory Primate Center honors his legacy with the creation of the Jon C. Allen Undergraduate Research and Mentorship Endowment. ” says Eric Hunter, PhD, an Emory Professor of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine and Jon’s research team leader for more than 12 years.
The Jon C. Allen Undergraduate Research and Mentorship Endowment is a competitive, 10-week, summer research opportunity for rising college juniors or seniors who are from ethnic and racial backgrounds historically underrepresented in academic research, or who qualify under certain categories of first-generation scholars.
EPC faculty who are leaders in HIV/AIDS and other infectious disease research will mentor and work side-by-side with accepted students in conducting research and the mentors will expose the students to other professional development opportunities.
The Impact of Your Gift
Your gift today will support the first Jon C. Allen Scholars this summer. Together, we can ensure diversity in science while helping prepare the next generation of scientists in memory of Jon and in the spirit of his generosity, kindness and support of others. Please make your donation today for a healthier tomorrow!