PROJECT SUMMARY The mission of G-RISE at Auburn University will be to embody the concepts of inclusive excellence while enhancing research in biomedical sciences. This program fits perfectly with multiple ongoing efforts at Auburn and will synergize with these efforts. Auburn's recent attainment of R1 status recognizes the breadth of excellent research occurring at the university. This proposal will help to develop a diverse pool of highly-trained scientists with the technical, operational and professional skills needed to conduct ethically responsible, rigorous research in careers in the biomedical research workforce. Auburn provides a unique environment in which these G-RISE scholars will flourish, due to our strength in interdisciplinary science and our emphasis on supporting and nurturing all members of the “Auburn Family”. The latter is embodied in the constellation of mentoring approach taken in this proposal. Mentoring goes far beyond the identification of a research mentor. Leveraging existing underutilized capacity, mentoring will include a wholistic approach to ensuring student success. Faculty will also benefit from the training implemented through this proposal, making them stronger researchers and better teachers. While the training will be focused on members of the program, it will be open to any interested student or faculty member, and will create a positive impact across the entirety of Auburn's biomedical research endeavor. Auburn is committed to the success of this program, at all levels.