The South 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Doctoral Bridge Program, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), promotes the participation of individuals in the pursuit of advanced degrees in biomedical research by providing financial and academic support, and professional development activities. The program is a partnership between 17³Ô¹ÏÍø and 17³Ô¹ÏÍø State University in San Marcos.