Collaborations

M-TRAM is part of an exceptional eco-system comprising Stanford University’s world-class medical research, bioengineering, biomedical technology, and business experts, as well as leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry leaders. These collaborations offer students myriad opportunities to advance their knowledge, skills and careers.

Stanford Research Centers and Institutes

Research Mentors

The Translational Research and Applied Medicine (TRAM) Center has over 100 associated Stanford faculty, many of whom are international leaders in translational medicine who support M-TRAM and are strong mentors to our students.

Industry Partnerships

Integral to the program is the experience students gain from biotech/pharma partners. The Translational Research and Applied Medicine (TRAM) Center already has ongoing industry partnerships with many biotech companies: 

Applications portal   

for the 2025/2026 academic year

is now closed



Questions? Contact us!
mtramstudies@stanford.edu

Important Dates

May 29, 2025
M-TRAM research symposium and in-person New Students Orientation

Sept. 22, 2025
First day of classes at Stanford (M-TRAM program starts)

June 1-Oct. 9, 2025

  • Applications will be accepted for the 2026/27 Knight Hennessy Scholarship (KHS)
  • Apply here; deadline: Oct., 2025
  • KHS application is SEPARATE from the M-TRAM application: you must apply to both to be considered for the scholarship
  • More info about KHS


Sept. 2025-Jan. 2026
M-TRAM applications will be accepted for 2026/27

Dec, 2025 (tba)
M-TRAM info session webinar for prospective students 

Jan. 31, 2026
Applications due for 2026/27

April - May 2026
Admission decisions

 

 

Interested in Becoming an M-TRAM Industry Partner?

We welcome inquiries from biotechnology, pharmaceutical and other health care organizations interested in learning about opportunities to partner with M-TRAM: 

mtramstudies@stanford.edu