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Interdisciplinary Training in Vision Science (ITVS) Pathway Call for Applications 2025

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Shiming Chen, PhD, Dr. Bernard and Janet R. Becker Distinguished Professor, talks with MD student Isabella Gomes, who is taking a year for research in the Ophthalmology lab on November 15, 2024. Matt Miller/WashU Medicine

Now accepting applications for the Interdisciplinary Training in Vision Science (ITVS) Pathway

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What is the ITVS Pathway?

The Interdisciplinary Training in Vision Science (ITVS) Pathway is a 2-year training program that is layered above traditional PhD programs to continue to combine theory and practice, build professional skills, and expand mentoring opportunities into years 3 and 4 of the PhD.

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Why Join the ITVS Pathway?


Funding Opportunities
  • Up to 2 years of T32 funding support for 4 eligible students
  • Eligibility to compete for the annual Winston Fellow Award
Professional Development
  • Select, host, and network with the annual ITVS student-invited speaker
  • Present and receive feedback at the joint DOVS/ITVS research retreat
Grant Writing Support
  • Develop grant application materials and receive feedback from faculty and peers
  • Access to departmental resources to polish and submit grants
Shadowing Opportunities
  • Observe DOVS physician-scientists in the clinic
  • Learn new techniques through hands-on demonstrations

Submit Your Application

Eligible students will be considered for up to 2 years of T32 funding support.

Application deadline: Friday, June 20, 2025

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Questions? Contact Jenna Krizan krizanj@wustl.edu.