UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #1295 | Center for Undergraduate Research and Academic Engagement

Submission information

Submission Number: 1295

Submission ID: 21071

Submission UUID: 01757e10-9e94-421e-a21a-3f93f1fe9f2f

Submission URI: /urop-research-mentor-project-submission-portal

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Created: Tue, 08/19/2025 - 10:07 AM

Completed: Tue, 08/19/2025 - 10:47 AM

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Language: English

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Research Mentor Information

Primary Research Mentor Name Dr. Roseline Jean Louis

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When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific? Dr.

Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) rj25i@fsu.edu

Position Title Post Doc

FSU College (if applicable) Nursing

FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation The Center of Population Sciences for Health Empowerment

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Additional Research Mentor(s)

Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above) Eugenia Flores Millender

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Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) emillender@fsu.edu

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Overall Project Details

Title of the Project Scoping review on the community-level mechanisms that contribute to maternal health disparities among Black birthing people in the United States, and how have these mechanisms been characterized and studied in existing research.

Project Keywords Maternal Health, Racial Inequities

Are you currently looking for research assistants? Yes

Number of Research Assistants Needed 2

Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) Open to all majors but need to be interested in healthcare at the least.

Project Location: Virtual meeting

If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation? No, the project is remote

Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s): Fully Remote

Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work? 5-10

Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work? Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)

Overall Research Project Description This project is a scoping review designed to systematically examine how community-level mechanisms contributing to maternal health disparities among Black birthing people in the United States have been studied and characterized in the literature. Guided by a novel theoretical framework, the review will map the breadth of existing evidence, identify common themes and methodological approaches, and highlight knowledge gaps that can inform future research and interventions. The goal is to provide a comprehensive overview that advances understanding of structural and community-level contributors to maternal health inequities.

Research Tasks This project is a scoping review designed to systematically examine how community-level mechanisms contributing to maternal health disparities among Black birthing people in the United States have been studied and characterized in the literature. Guided by a novel theoretical framework, the review will map the breadth of existing evidence, identify common themes and methodological approaches, and highlight knowledge gaps that can inform future research and interventions.

Skills that research assistant(s) may need: No prior research experience is required; training will be provided.

Required:
Careful attention to detail and willingness to follow clear steps in a process
Good time management and ability to stay on task
Comfort searching for articles online or willingness to learn how to use academic databases
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well as part of a team and take feedback

Recommended:
Familiarity with citation tools such as Zotero, EndNote, or Mendeley
Coursework or interest in public health, nursing, or social science research
Exposure to research methods or prior experience helping with a project
Basic skills in organizing data in Excel or Google Sheets
Interest in maternal health, health equity, or related topics

Mentoring Philosophy My mentoring philosophy is grounded in equity, support, and growth. I believe in meeting students where they are, recognizing their unique strengths, and creating an environment where they feel valued and capable. I aim to foster confidence and independence by providing clear guidance, constructive feedback, and opportunities for meaningful contributions to research and scholarship. Just as I strive to listen and incorporate others’ perspectives in my own work, I encourage open dialogue, mutual respect, and collaboration. Ultimately, my goal is to mentor students in ways that not only build their skills but also empower them to see themselves as future leaders and change agents in healthcare and research.

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Are you interested in participating in the UROP Research Mentor Roundtable? Yes

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Roundtable Info

Day: Tuesday, September 2
Start Time: 12:00
End Time: 8:00
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/4155781004
Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 12:00
End Time: 8:00
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/4155781004
Day: Friday, September 5
Start Time: 5:00
End Time: 8:00
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/4155781004

UROP Program Elements

Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication Yes

UROP Performance Evaluation Yes

Materials Grant Yes

UROP Poster Presentation Yes

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Year 2025

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