Stanford CARE Scholars
About the Stanford CARE Scholars Program
The Stanford CARE Scholars Program is a transformative, year-long virtual research experience dedicated to advancing Asian health. Rooted in data science, population health, and collaborative research, the Program empowers Scholars to conduct impactful research and share their findings widely—because we believe that science not shared is science not done.
The Program connects students with Stanford faculty, cross-sector collaborators, and a dynamic community of peers passionate about addressing the complex health needs of Asian populations. From exploring disparities in chronic disease to enhancing representation in research, CARE Scholars engage with real-world challenges that demand thoughtful solutions.
Program Structure
- Spring Quarter (Part-Time, early-April to early-June): Scholars participate in weekly seminars and coursework introducing key research concepts and data analysis.
- Summer Quarter (Full-Time, mid-June to mid-August): A rigorous 9-week research experience where Scholars work in teams on mentored projects using large or specialized datasets. The summer culminates in a Summer Research Symposium, with projects in designed for submission to peer-reviewed journals and national conferences.
- Fall & Winter Quarters (Part-Time, early-September to early-January): Scholars continue developing their research through manuscript preparation, professional development, and presentation opportunities. The year concludes with a Winter Research Symposium showcasing continued scholarly contributions and career trajectories. Our most successful Scholars have worked past Symposium to ensure their projects are published.
No prior research experience is required to apply—we welcome curious, committed students from all backgrounds. While experience in research or coding is beneficial, it is not expected. We provide comprehensive mentorship and training to support each Scholar’s success, regardless of their starting point.
Throughout the program, CARE Scholars develop the technical, analytical, and communication skills needed to lead in research and medicine. They engage with diverse voices—including technologists, nonprofit leaders, clinicians, entrepreneurs, and community stakeholders—and gain hands-on experience in translating data into knowledge, and knowledge into action.
With mentorship, wellness, and professional growth at its core, the Stanford CARE Scholars Program equips students to become thoughtful leaders and changemakers in Asian health research. Our Scholars emerge not only with the skills to generate evidence—but with the vision to ensure it is heard.
CARE Scholars Program Application Information
The CARE Scholars Program is open to applicants of all backgrounds.
We invite you to sign-up to receive announcements about the next application cycle and be one of the first to know when applications for our 2026 cohort open later this year.
Sign-up for Application Announcements
Please contact us at carescholars@stanford.edu with any questions.
Meet Our Team
Leadership Team
CARE Scholars Research Mentors
People
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Clinical Associate Professor -
Postdoctoral Scholar -
Professor of Medicine (Oncology) and, by courtesy, of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery (OHNS) and of Radiation Oncology (Radiation Therapy) -
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine -
Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies and Professor, by courtesy, of Health Policy -
Clinical Professor -
Clinical Associate Professor -
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine (MSD) -
Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Surgery Research) and, by courtesy, of Chemical Engineering -
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology) -
Chief Fellow -
Professor (Teaching) of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Child Development) and, by courtesy of Pediatrics and, of Education -
Clinical Assistant Professor -
Clinical Professor -
Clinical Associate Professor -
Wendy J. Tomlin-Hess Endowed Professor -
Clinical Instructor -
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine -
Clinical Professor -
Clinical Associate Professor -
Medical Fellow - Radiation Oncology -
Clinical Associate Professor -
Associate Professor, Epidemiology -
Team Science Fellow, 2021 -
Clinical Professor -
Winston Chen and Phyllis Huang Professor -
Professor of Emergency Medicine (Pediatrics), Emerita
