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New research internship opportunities at Smith Alzheimer's Center

The Smith Alzheimer’s Center at SIU Medicine is offering two new lab internship opportunities for undergraduate college students in 2025. Selected students will explore cutting-edge research associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The nine-week internships run from June 2 through Aug. 1. “We’re excited to launch this new opportunity for young researchers interested in learning more about aging and Alzheimer’s disease,” said Erin Hascup, PhD, executive director of the Smith Alzheimer’s Center. “This provides a direct, hands-on experience for future scientists to advance their journey toward
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Simmons Cancer Institute

A Phase 1 Study of SGN-B6A in Advanced Solid Tumors

Active recruiting

This trial looks at a drug called sigvotatug vedotin (SGN-B6A) alone and with pembrolizumab, with or without chemotherapy, to find out whether it is safe for people who have solid tumors (NSCLC, HNSCC).

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Urology

A Randomized Open-Label Phase 2/3 Study of BT8009 Monotherapy or in Combination in Participants with Locally Advanced or Metastatic Urothelial Cancer (Duravelo-2)

Active recruiting

The main objective of the study is to measure how safe and effective BT8009 (zelenectide pevedotin) is when used alone and in combination with pembrolizumab in participants with locally advanced or metastatic urothelial cancer (UC).

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Internal Medicine

THRIVE- THerapeutic IntravasculaR Ultrasound (TIVUS™) REnal Denervation System vs. Sham for the Adjunctive Treatment of Hypertension

Active recruiting

The purpose of this clinical trial is to assess whether a medical device called the TIVUS System can lower high blood pressure in patients who are known to have hypertension. 

Eligible patients include those who currently have a diagnosis of high blood pressure despite having taken or currently taking anti-hypertensive medications.

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Internal Medicine

Radiance US GPS: The Global Paradise® System US Post Approval Study

Active recruiting

The purpose of this clinical study is to evaluate the real-world use of the Paradise Ultrasound Renal Denervation System indicated for patients who are unable to lower their blood pressure with lifestyle changes and medication.

Eligible patients include those who currently have a diagnosis of high blood pressure despite having taken or are currently taking anti-hypertensive medications.

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Simmons Cancer Institute accepting research internship applications

Applications for summer lab internships at Simmons Cancer Institute are being accepted through February 21. Four positions are open to qualified college students planning careers in medicine or research.
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Simmons Cancer Institute accepting research internship applications

Applications for summer lab internships at Simmons Cancer Institute are being accepted through February 21. Four positions are open to qualified college students planning careers in medicine or research.
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Simmons Cancer Institute accepting research internship applications

Applications for summer lab internships at Simmons Cancer Institute are being accepted through February 21. Four positions are open to qualified college students planning careers in medicine or research.
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Simmons Cancer Institute accepting research internship applications

Applications for summer lab internships at Simmons Cancer Institute are being accepted through February 21. Four positions are open to qualified college students planning careers in medicine or research.
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Smith Alzheimer's Center research internship

Research internships will be available for Summer 2026. Please check back in January 2026 for more information and for next year's application. Thank you for your interest in an internship with the Smith Alzheimer's Center. Applications for the summer 2025 program should be submitted through the form below and completed by Friday, February 28, 2025 . Applicants must also have two letters of reference from college instructors. Instructors should send reference letters to smithalzcenter@siumed.edu. Internships will be based out of the Springfield campus location. Housing is not provided
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