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Which specialties value research output the most for Match?

Medical student research experience among residency applicants is common, but not always decisive. Learn about the physician specialties where it matters most.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency

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Poster presentation 101: Make your work stand out at a conference 

What does it take for a medical student or resident to make a standout poster presentation? These four tips are a good starting point.

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Research During Residency
Succeeding in Medical School
AMA Research Challenge
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5 reasons to showcase your work in the AMA Research Challenge

It’s one of the biggest academic contests in medicine. Find out all the great reasons medical students and resident physicians should take part.

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Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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Let your passions drive your research in medical school, residency

Physicians who have made their mark with health equity research detail what medical students and residents should keep in mind to succeed.

Research During Residency
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AMA Research Challenge participating institutions

Find the list of participating institutions for the AMA Research Challenge, the largest national, multi-specialty medical research conference for students and residents.

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AMA Research Challenge past winners

Find videos, news stories and more about past winners of the AMA Research Challenge.

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Medical journals shine light on practices of predatory publishers

Editors of JAMA and other medical journals come together to warn researchers about increasingly bold and deceptive practices by predatory entities.

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2024 AMA Research Challenge finals
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2024 AMA Research Challenge finals

Ayush Kumar, a third-year medical student from the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School beat out four other finalists to win the 2024 AMA Research Challenge and $10,000.

Research
AMA Update for Feb. 17, 2025: Why do research in medical school? Research topics for med students and requirements for residents
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Why do research in medical school? Research topics for med students and requirements for residents

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about research in medical education and residency.

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