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To get started, it is best to consider what interests you. Think broadly about the field(s) that excites you, even if they are not related to your major. An important question to ask is what would you like to learn and why? There are numerous resources for research that can help you explore. Once you have identified a research subject to pursue, there are numerous strategies and resources at Vanderbilt to help you with the next steps.
First Steps and General Advice
General advice by Vanderbilt students, for Vanderbilt students who are just starting the process of thinking about pursuing research.
Types of Experiences
Students can carry out research in many different capacities. This summarizes the types of opportunities students can seek.
Finding a Faculty Mentor
Finding a faculty mentor who is willing to introduce you to the field and guide you as you begin to learn how to research is one of the most important steps in the whole process. Here is advice for doing just that.
Getting Funded
Where does all of the money come from to conduct a research project and where does it go? The answer is here.