Summer Research Program (SRP) 2026

Source: https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/academic-events/QBRI-SRP26 Parent: https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en

The Summer Research Program (SRP) at Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) offers intensive training opportunities in specific fields of biomedical research to exceptional undergraduate students over the summer.

The program will run from May 31 – July 16, 2026, from 08:30 to 15:30.

Eligibility

To be considered for the program, the applicant must:

• Hold a Qatari residence permit.
• Be enrolled in an undergraduate program in biological/medical-related science.
• Have a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0.

*Students studying abroad may apply, subject to specific participation conditions. For more information, please contact qbri-srp@hbku.edu.qa.

Application Process

Applicants must fill out the online form found [here] and submit the following documents:

• Updated resume
• Hepatitis B Vaccination Proof
• Official copy of university academic transcript
• A selection of two projects from the SRP Projects listed below

Projects

Neurological Disorder Research Center

1. Grown-Up individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Qatar
2. Validating the Short Version of Arabic Eye Tracking Stimuli for Early Screening and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in Qatar
3. Exosome Biomarkers for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
4. Identifying Disease Genes for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the Qatari Population
5. Generation of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Polygenic Score within the Qatari Population

Diabetes Research Center

1. 1. Mechanisms of Transcription Factors Involved in Pluripotency and β Cell Development
2. 1. Role of Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling in Tirzepatide-Mediated Regulation of Adipocyte Plasticity and Metabolic Function in in-vitro Model
3. 1. Investigation of the Role of MAFB in the Maturation and Functionality of Induced Human Pluripotent Stem Cell-Derived Pancreatic β Cells

Translational Oncology Research Center

1. 1. Engineering of Antibody Fragment Genes by Overlap Extension – PCR
2. 1. Novel Biomarkers and Therapeutic Targets in Breast Cancer
3. 1. Identifying Tumor-Specific Targets for Cancer Treatment Using CRISPR/Cas9
4. 1. Investigating the Role of Novel Gene(s) in Breast Cancer Cell Proliferation and Survival
5. 1. Investigating a Potential Biomarker in Triple Negative Breast Cancer

The application deadline is Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 15:00 (GMT +3)

Applications may close prior to the stated deadline if the required number of eligible submissions is received.

The top candidates are interviewed before final admission decisions are made.

For inquiries, please contact qbri-srp@hbku.edu.qa.

• Time

08:30 - 15:30 (GMT +3:00) - Location

B2, Researchery, Education City - Entity

Qatar Biomedical Research Institute - Category

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