PCOM creates research experiences for medical and graduate students that stimulate the imagination, promote critical thinking and instill commitment to evidence based practices.
PCOM investigators are committed to training students in research methodologies and honing their communication skills. In turn, students contribute to formulation of hypotheses, data collection and sharing of information in a collegial atmosphere within the laboratory, patient care centers and community.
There are numerous opportunities for medical and graduate students at PCOM, PCOM Georgia and PCOM South Georgia to get involved with PCOM research projects.
All students are required to take the Responsible Conduct of Research course accessed through the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) program website. Your faculty mentor/principal investigator will guide you to other courses that are pertinent to your project.
Review the guidelines for student conduct in the laboratory located within the Research Resources page in myPCOM.
The PCOM Library covers author publishing fees for a multitude of open access journals. Publishers include BioMed Central, BMJ Case Reports, PLOS, and SpringerOpen.
Find out more about our open access subscriptions and policies.
The Office of Printing Solutions can assist students with research poster printing.
Some research lab positions may allow students to earn funds through Federal Work-Study (FWS) while participating in faculty research projects.
If you are a principal investigator offering a student research opportunity, please contact Jacquelyn White, PCOM Division of Research office manager, at jacquelynwh@pcom.edu.
"As a medical student, I have found it fascinating to be involved in laboratory and clinical research to witness, analyze and interpret first-hand scientific results. Research has made me appreciate the advancement of medicine and innovation that improves our ability to manage patients and outcomes."
Nathan Morrison, DO '22
"As a thesis student in graduate school, my advisor … stimulated my interest in research. He allowed autonomy for my curiosity to grow and freedom for me to mold my project."
Annie Phung, DO '21
"Although I am primarily focused on practicing psychology, research has been a very important part of my professional training. Since completing my master’s degree, I have wanted to have as many opportunities to be involved in research as I could."
Nicholas Hope, PsyD '22
“Participating in research equips oneself with the necessary skills to evaluate and critique research in a meaningful way which in turns, helps you be a better physician for your patients.”
Pathya Kunthy (DO '26)
April 22, 2026
PCOM study finds routine blood draws rarely impact care for children with ASD, raising ethical concerns and the need for patient-centered practices.
April 15, 2026
Medical students published an early look at how cannabis-based therapies may improve analgesia, sleep and daily functioning for patients.
April 1, 2026
PCOM Georgia PharmD researchers are developing new strategies to support medication adherence in special needs children.
March 16, 2026
PCOM South Georgia fourth-year medical student Pathya Kunthy, named Student Researcher of the Year, discusses research, mentorship and medical training.
February 25, 2026
Recognized at PCOM Georgia, Zoë Rushetsky (DO '27) leads international research tackling anxiety, depression and stigma in Honduras.
February 17, 2026
Samantha Temucin (DO '26) co-authored a study examining gaps in eating disorder education in U.S. medical schools and the impact on patient care.
October 28, 2025
A chance lunch with a Stanford physician years ago led PCOM student Romeo Mays (DO '27) to a mentorship that inspired collaboration on a published study.
