Medical student research
Give your CV a major boost by doing research before applying for residency. Take advantage of our resources and programs that bring you from the basics all the way to our AMA Research Challenge—compete for a $10,000 prize!
Member-exclusive resources to help you succeed in med school
Research Challenge
Participate in the largest national, multi-specialty conference for medical students to present research.
JAMA
Get access to the world’s largest peer-review medical journal, published 48 times a year.
Research Forums
Learn how to successfully present your research and what judges look for in a poster.
Poster Showcase
Present your research in-person on a variety of topics including basic science/translational, clinical, public health, advocacy and policy, and case report.
Research tips for medical students
Editor-in-chief of JAMA and the JAMA Network, Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, MD, PhD, shares advice on finding research opportunities and how to best showcase your work.
Supporting you today. Protecting your future.
While you’re in medical school, the AMA is fighting to protect your investment in years of medical education and training. We represent the profession with a unified voice to:
- Reduce administrative burden and excessive prior authorization
- Reform Medicare payment and ensure proper reimbursement
- Support physician well-being and fight burnout
- Prevent scope of practice expansions and ensure physicians remain leader of the health care team
Explore the benefits of AMA membership
In addition to our medical student resources, the AMA offers members a wide range of great benefits, discounts and opportunities.