Launched in 2025, the Med Student Research Community on Dragon Network is designed to foster connections among medical students with research interests.

On Dragon Network, you can:

• Find other students working on research projects and explore ways to collaborate
• Ask for feedback, swap tips on presentations or publishing and share resources
• Post about upcoming events, conferences or research openings
• Give or receive peer mentorship

Ready to join? It’s easy:

1. Visit the Med Student Research Community and click the green "Join" button
2. Log in or create a Dragon Network account by using the yellow Student/Staff Log In button
3. Once you’re in, go to the Connect tab, click Groups and search for Med Student Research Community

Medical Student Research Ambassadors (MSRAs)

On Dragon Network, you’ll see posts and updates from our medical student research ambassadors (MSRAs) — students who serve as key contacts for research-related questions and help keep the conversation going. They’ll be posting regularly to highlight resources, share opportunities and announcements and encourage collaboration across the community.

For more information

Questions about the Med Student Research Community: Contact Karen Berkowitz, MD, associate dean for medical student research and associate professor, or Marissa Miller, program coordinator, curriculum and research, Office of Educational Affairs.

Questions about Dragon Network access: Contact Cassandra Sassaman, assistant director, professional networks and career development.