Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, is hosting the 2012 National Conference on Undergraduate Research, March 29-31, 2012. Undergraduate students who have participated in research, or other forms of scholarly, creative or artistic work, may submit an abstract to NCUR for possible acceptance and presentation. NCUR will accept abstracts starting October 3, 2011.
Important Abstract Deadlines:
October 3, 2011: Online abstract submission opens
November 15, 2011: Online abstract submission ends and faculty session submission ends
January 6, 2012: Notification of decision on abstracts
For more information, visit weber.edu/ncur2012.
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FRI Alumni Contest (Applications due next Monday (10/03))
Are you an Innovator?
The College of Natural Sciences is beginning a new campaign to get the word out about FRI- and the focus is on you-our students and alumni! We'd like to argue that above all, FRI empowers students to do cool things in science- to be real innovators.
We'd like to know your story- how you are an innovator- in your research, as a scholar or as a student. Have you generated a new idea, data no one has ever seen, an image no one has captured before? Are you the first in your family to do research, the first in your hometown? Have you used your college and research experience to take a new direction with your life? To forge a new path?
We want to know. Several students who respond to this call for stories will work with our communication team to further develop a profile as part of our effort to let people know about FRI. This may be a story for the paper, a video, or a web profile. AND the top THREE students will win a $60 gift card to the University Co-op.
If you are interested, please submit a 1-page narrative (it can be lees, but don’t exceed 1 page single spaced) - just tell us your story. This submission won't be published anywhere, so don't stress about it- just let us know how you are an innovator, and we'll follow up with you. Please submit these by Monday, 10/3, via email to (S.L.Simmons@mail.utexas.edu).
The College of Natural Sciences is beginning a new campaign to get the word out about FRI- and the focus is on you-our students and alumni! We'd like to argue that above all, FRI empowers students to do cool things in science- to be real innovators.
We'd like to know your story- how you are an innovator- in your research, as a scholar or as a student. Have you generated a new idea, data no one has ever seen, an image no one has captured before? Are you the first in your family to do research, the first in your hometown? Have you used your college and research experience to take a new direction with your life? To forge a new path?
We want to know. Several students who respond to this call for stories will work with our communication team to further develop a profile as part of our effort to let people know about FRI. This may be a story for the paper, a video, or a web profile. AND the top THREE students will win a $60 gift card to the University Co-op.
If you are interested, please submit a 1-page narrative (it can be lees, but don’t exceed 1 page single spaced) - just tell us your story. This submission won't be published anywhere, so don't stress about it- just let us know how you are an innovator, and we'll follow up with you. Please submit these by Monday, 10/3, via email to (S.L.Simmons@mail.utexas.edu).
Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity
The Senate of College Councils and the School of Undergraduate Studies invite you to apply for this semester's Undergraduate Research Grant (URG). The URG seeks to encourage students to become actively involved with research in their undergraduate experience providing funding to a deserving applicant. One winner will receive a $1,000 prize from the Senate of College Councils to be used toward funding of his or her research. The grant recipient will be expected to compose a brief paper reflecting on the subsequent research experience at the end of the academic year.
Download the application and get more information here: http://utsenate.org/urg/. Eligible applicants include students assisting a faculty member with a research project, as well as students conducting independent or partnered research. Applicants must be enrolled for 12 hours of coursework at The University of Texas at Austin and be considered an undergraduate students by the UT Office of the Registrar. The deadline for all materials is Friday, November 4th by 5 p.m. Submit your application in person to Becky Carreon in the Senate of College Councils' office, located in SAC 2.102.
Please contact Ryan Hirsch at ryan.hirsch@utexas.edu with any questions regarding the application.
Download the application and get more information here: http://utsenate.org/urg/. Eligible applicants include students assisting a faculty member with a research project, as well as students conducting independent or partnered research. Applicants must be enrolled for 12 hours of coursework at The University of Texas at Austin and be considered an undergraduate students by the UT Office of the Registrar. The deadline for all materials is Friday, November 4th by 5 p.m. Submit your application in person to Becky Carreon in the Senate of College Councils' office, located in SAC 2.102.
Please contact Ryan Hirsch at ryan.hirsch@utexas.edu with any questions regarding the application.
Scholarship Opportunity
Ever wondered about student services on campus?
How are programs designed?
How do administrators make decisions about student life? Why do students act the way they do on campus?
How can you get more from your undergraduate experience?
This could be your lucky day! OUR UT (Opportunities for Undergraduate Research at the University of Texas at Austin), is an undergraduate research initiative sponsored by the Office of the Dean of Students. We are currently accepting applications from all undergraduates to be a part of the program as DoS Scholars.
Students selected to become DoS Scholars will receive $1,000 in scholarship funding over the course of the 2011–2012 school year. OUR UT DoS Scholars are expected to dedicate 3 hours per week to assisting with the Institute's ongoing research projects. Responsibilities may include, reference searching, literature reviews, interviewing, developing surveys, drafting research proposals, designing and pitching research ideas and evaluating programs. In addition, students will learn about research methodologies and practice, as well as the administration of student services under the Office of the Dean of Students.
Our deadline has been extended until this Friday, September 30th.
More information and the application form* can be found on the Dean of Student’s Website or directly at this address: http://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/dri/ourutdosscholarspot/index.php
*It is important to note a CV and letter of reference are required, as part of the application. The reference letter does not have to come from a UT staff or faculty member. We will accept reference letters from other student leaders or representatives of organizations.
How are programs designed?
How do administrators make decisions about student life? Why do students act the way they do on campus?
How can you get more from your undergraduate experience?
This could be your lucky day! OUR UT (Opportunities for Undergraduate Research at the University of Texas at Austin), is an undergraduate research initiative sponsored by the Office of the Dean of Students. We are currently accepting applications from all undergraduates to be a part of the program as DoS Scholars.
Students selected to become DoS Scholars will receive $1,000 in scholarship funding over the course of the 2011–2012 school year. OUR UT DoS Scholars are expected to dedicate 3 hours per week to assisting with the Institute's ongoing research projects. Responsibilities may include, reference searching, literature reviews, interviewing, developing surveys, drafting research proposals, designing and pitching research ideas and evaluating programs. In addition, students will learn about research methodologies and practice, as well as the administration of student services under the Office of the Dean of Students.
Our deadline has been extended until this Friday, September 30th.
More information and the application form* can be found on the Dean of Student’s Website or directly at this address: http://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/dri/ourutdosscholarspot/index.php
*It is important to note a CV and letter of reference are required, as part of the application. The reference letter does not have to come from a UT staff or faculty member. We will accept reference letters from other student leaders or representatives of organizations.
Intramural NIAID Research Opportunities
The INRO program identifies talented students from populations underrepresented in the biomedical sciences who are interested in exploring career opportunities in allergy, immunology, and infectious diseases. INRO 2012 will take place February 6–9, 2012 on the NIH Campus in Bethesda, Maryland.
Applications will be accepted online from August 15 through October 15, 2011.
More information about this program can be found here.
Applications will be accepted online from August 15 through October 15, 2011.
More information about this program can be found here.
RT-qPCR Class Shortened
The RT-qPCR class on Sept 17. Has been shortened to 4 hrs (10am-2pm). This is a great opportunity to pick up a new lab technique and is free for you guys. More information can be found on the previous post here. Act soon if you guys were interested in this class.
Reverse Transcriptase Quantitative PCR Training Course
On Saturday Sept 17 from 10am-5pm there will be an introductory training course on RT-qPCR. Reverse Transcriptase quantitative PCR is a necessary tool for the discovery of genetic and expression level data or the validation of preliminary expression data derived from microarray experiments. This course is free to any current FRI students, but spots are limited to six students. So act quickly if you are interested. A more complete description of the course can be found here.
Michael Ledbetter
Michael Ledbetter
Even More Research Opportunities
Rueben Gonzales' lab is looking to recruit an undergraduate student
assistant to start this summer. Our lab is associated with the
Division of Pharmacology/Toxicology, Department of Psychology and
Institute for Neuroscience. The student needs to commit to at least a
full year of training with us and may take a research course for
credit. After a year, a paid position may be offered to continue work.
This particular project is investigating the neurochemical mechanisms
which underlie the rewarding effects of ethanol, specifically the
involvement of the mu opioid receptor. The student will learn skills
in animal care, drug administration, surgical technique, microdialysis
and biochemical assays. Formal lab experience not required but science
background a must.
Any interested student should send CV and short paragraph on why they
are interested in the position to Shannon Zandy at szandy@utexas.edu.
assistant to start this summer. Our lab is associated with the
Division of Pharmacology/Toxicology, Department of Psychology and
Institute for Neuroscience. The student needs to commit to at least a
full year of training with us and may take a research course for
credit. After a year, a paid position may be offered to continue work.
This particular project is investigating the neurochemical mechanisms
which underlie the rewarding effects of ethanol, specifically the
involvement of the mu opioid receptor. The student will learn skills
in animal care, drug administration, surgical technique, microdialysis
and biochemical assays. Formal lab experience not required but science
background a must.
Any interested student should send CV and short paragraph on why they
are interested in the position to Shannon Zandy at szandy@utexas.edu.
Undergraduate Researcher Database
The Council on Undergraduate Research hosts a Registry of
Undergraduate Researchers. The purpose of this registry is to
facilitate matchmaking between undergraduates who have research
experience and a desire to pursue an advanced degree, with graduate
schools seeking high quality students who are well prepared for
research. The Registry is open to students and graduate schools in
the fields of Anthropology/Archaeology, Arts/Humanities,
Biology/Biochemistry, Business, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Economics,
Education, Engineering, English and Linguistics, Environmental
Studies, Geosciences, Health Professions, History, Journalism and
Communications, Mathematics/Computer Science, Physics/ Astronomy,
Political Science, Psychology, Social Work and Sociology.
Any undergraduate may go to https://www.cur.org/ugreg/reg1.asp to fill
out a simple curriculum vitae form. There is no charge to the student
or the student's institution and records will be made available to
bona fide Graduate Schools that contract with CUR for this service.
Organizations or companies seeking the students’ information for other
marketing purposes will not be granted access. Graduate School
representatives may contact students to invite applications or visits
to the campus and laboratory, or to share information about their
research programs and financial support opportunities.
We hope that students who are currently in their junior year will
register now, but anyone with undergraduate research experience may
register at any time. You will be able to update your listing as
appropriate, to include any summer research experience or information
about Senior Theses and test scores. We also welcome submissions by
students who are engaged in Masters' Degree programs now but who plan
on going on to a PhD program. Just fill out the information on the
form including the date you intend to enter a PhD program and your
date of completion of your undergraduate degree. Upload a link to
your CV that contains complete information about your MS/MA degree
activity (school, subject, thesis topic (if applicable), and advisor)
For any further questions contact,
Robin Howard
Senior Director, Membership Services
Council on Undergraduate Research
734 15th St NW Suite 550
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 783-4810x203
(202) 783-4811 fax
Undergraduate Researchers. The purpose of this registry is to
facilitate matchmaking between undergraduates who have research
experience and a desire to pursue an advanced degree, with graduate
schools seeking high quality students who are well prepared for
research. The Registry is open to students and graduate schools in
the fields of Anthropology/Archaeology, Arts/Humanities,
Biology/Biochemistry, Business, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Economics,
Education, Engineering, English and Linguistics, Environmental
Studies, Geosciences, Health Professions, History, Journalism and
Communications, Mathematics/Computer Science, Physics/ Astronomy,
Political Science, Psychology, Social Work and Sociology.
Any undergraduate may go to https://www.cur.org/ugreg/reg1.asp to fill
out a simple curriculum vitae form. There is no charge to the student
or the student's institution and records will be made available to
bona fide Graduate Schools that contract with CUR for this service.
Organizations or companies seeking the students’ information for other
marketing purposes will not be granted access. Graduate School
representatives may contact students to invite applications or visits
to the campus and laboratory, or to share information about their
research programs and financial support opportunities.
We hope that students who are currently in their junior year will
register now, but anyone with undergraduate research experience may
register at any time. You will be able to update your listing as
appropriate, to include any summer research experience or information
about Senior Theses and test scores. We also welcome submissions by
students who are engaged in Masters' Degree programs now but who plan
on going on to a PhD program. Just fill out the information on the
form including the date you intend to enter a PhD program and your
date of completion of your undergraduate degree. Upload a link to
your CV that contains complete information about your MS/MA degree
activity (school, subject, thesis topic (if applicable), and advisor)
For any further questions contact,
Robin Howard
Senior Director, Membership Services
Council on Undergraduate Research
734 15th St NW Suite 550
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 783-4810x203
(202) 783-4811 fax
Research Opportunities
Here's a taste of what's out there:
1. Cell culture research - Peggy Wang is a graduate student in Dr. Edward Marcotte's lab. Peggy is looking for an undergrad to help with some human cell culture work. She's looking for someone to grow and maintain cells and possibly help with transfections later on. She need a researcher to work ~5-10 hours a week and ramp up to maybe 15 hrs/wk later. She's looking for someone to work with her for at least a year. If you're interested in this opportunity, then please email Peggy.
2. CPRIT Research Fellowship - This is a PAID summer research position. There are MANY slots available and not enough applicants. Go to this site to read up on how to apply & what's involved, http://dl.dropbox.com/u/11726111/CPRIT%20Training%20Program%20SURP%20RFA%20-%2004202011.pdf. You'll work for a CPRIT graduate student or faculty member (not me) over the summer & be exposed to a new research experience, while being paid. This is a great opportunity & hope to hear about students applying for this fellowship.
3. Aptamer Research Volunteer - Like I announced last week, please let me know if you plan to work in the lab over the summer. I'd really hope many of you continue your research & pull out some MBP,lysozyme, and/or fibrinogen aptamers!
Best wishes,
Gwen
1. Cell culture research - Peggy Wang is a graduate student in Dr. Edward Marcotte's lab. Peggy is looking for an undergrad to help with some human cell culture work. She's looking for someone to grow and maintain cells and possibly help with transfections later on. She need a researcher to work ~5-10 hours a week and ramp up to maybe 15 hrs/wk later. She's looking for someone to work with her for at least a year. If you're interested in this opportunity, then please email Peggy.
2. CPRIT Research Fellowship - This is a PAID summer research position. There are MANY slots available and not enough applicants. Go to this site to read up on how to apply & what's involved, http://dl.dropbox.com/u/11726111/CPRIT%20Training%20Program%20SURP%20RFA%20-%2004202011.pdf. You'll work for a CPRIT graduate student or faculty member (not me) over the summer & be exposed to a new research experience, while being paid. This is a great opportunity & hope to hear about students applying for this fellowship.
3. Aptamer Research Volunteer - Like I announced last week, please let me know if you plan to work in the lab over the summer. I'd really hope many of you continue your research & pull out some MBP,lysozyme, and/or fibrinogen aptamers!
Best wishes,
Gwen
Industry Internship Opportunity
In case you guys don't know there are a few more opportunities for scientists beyond academics. Ambion/Life Technologies has an opening for a summer intern to work on affinity reagents for protein analysis. More information about the opportunity can be found on the link below. Those interested should email Gwen to get more information about the final application.
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25196&siteid=5149&AReq=6387BR&Codes=campus
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25196&siteid=5149&AReq=6387BR&Codes=campus
Environmental Internship Opportunity
Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is the environmental agency for the state. With approximately 3,000 employees in 16 regional offices, TCEQ strives to protect our state’s natural and human resources consistent with sustainable and economic development. Our goal is clean air, clean water, and safe management of waste. To achieve our mission, TCEQ is an active supporter of a well-qualified and diverse workforce. To that end, our internship programs enable us to recruit talented students interested in protecting the environment.
TCEQ is currently seeking students enrolled in environmental and/or science related disciplines to participate in our 2012 Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program (MLEIP). Undergraduate and graduate students majoring in biology, chemistry, geology, engineering, public health, and public administration are strongly encouraged to apply. MLEIP is a paid full-time summer internship experience that provides participants an opportunity for hands-on learning and professional development in our air, water, and waste programs. While most MLEIP interns are assigned to the TCEQ for this twelve week internship, others are assigned to state agencies or private sector employers who sponsor the program. Ultimately, specific internship assignments are made in consideration of the student’s knowledge, skills, and abilities, and in accordance with the qualifications requested by the manager or supervisor.
For more information about the 2012 Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program (MLEIP) including eligibility requirements, application package guidelines, and deadlines, please visit our website at http://www.tceq.texas.gov/adminservices/employ/mickeyleland/index.html
An online MLEIP application may be completed and submitted by February 28, 2011 (priority deadline) at-
http://www4.tceq.state.tx.us/mleland/
We look forward to a successful 2012 Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program (MLEIP) and the opportunity to work with a talented group of students.
Questions about the MLEIP may be directed to the following team members in Human Resources and Staff Development at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality :
· Carolyn Mercer, Carolyn.Mercer@tceq.texas.gov or 512-239-0160
· Juanita Baldwin, Juanita.Baldwin@tceq.texas.gov or 512-239-0105
· Taylor Harrell, Taylor.Harrell@tceq.texas.gov or 512-239-5432
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is the environmental agency for the state. With approximately 3,000 employees in 16 regional offices, TCEQ strives to protect our state’s natural and human resources consistent with sustainable and economic development. Our goal is clean air, clean water, and safe management of waste. To achieve our mission, TCEQ is an active supporter of a well-qualified and diverse workforce. To that end, our internship programs enable us to recruit talented students interested in protecting the environment.
TCEQ is currently seeking students enrolled in environmental and/or science related disciplines to participate in our 2012 Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program (MLEIP). Undergraduate and graduate students majoring in biology, chemistry, geology, engineering, public health, and public administration are strongly encouraged to apply. MLEIP is a paid full-time summer internship experience that provides participants an opportunity for hands-on learning and professional development in our air, water, and waste programs. While most MLEIP interns are assigned to the TCEQ for this twelve week internship, others are assigned to state agencies or private sector employers who sponsor the program. Ultimately, specific internship assignments are made in consideration of the student’s knowledge, skills, and abilities, and in accordance with the qualifications requested by the manager or supervisor.
For more information about the 2012 Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program (MLEIP) including eligibility requirements, application package guidelines, and deadlines, please visit our website at http://www.tceq.texas.gov/adminservices/employ/mickeyleland/index.html
An online MLEIP application may be completed and submitted by February 28, 2011 (priority deadline) at-
http://www4.tceq.state.tx.us/mleland/
We look forward to a successful 2012 Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program (MLEIP) and the opportunity to work with a talented group of students.
Questions about the MLEIP may be directed to the following team members in Human Resources and Staff Development at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality :
· Carolyn Mercer, Carolyn.Mercer@tceq.texas.gov or 512-239-0160
· Juanita Baldwin, Juanita.Baldwin@tceq.texas.gov or 512-239-0105
· Taylor Harrell, Taylor.Harrell@tceq.texas.gov or 512-239-5432
Publication Opportunity( Undergraduate Research Journal)
CALL FOR PAPERS: The Undergraduate Research Journal
Have you written a great paper? Think someone else would like to read
it? Or reference it?
WHO: The Undergraduate Research Journal (URJ) is a student-edited,
multi-disciplinary journal of undergraduate research at The University
of Texas at Austin. The journal is published once per long semester
and is primarily circulated within the University. Impact can reach
farther than UT's campus, however. A copy of the 2010 URJ was recently
requested by and sent to Purdue University?s library.
WHAT: The URJ is looking for interesting, well-written research papers
that present original ideas. Published papers give insight from
original research or synthesize sources in a new and unique way. The
URJ is interested in submissions from all UT?s disciplines.
Submissions may be products of coursework, independent study,
supervised research, senior theses, etc. Past [within one year of
graduation] or current full or part-time undergraduate students in
good standing at the University of Texas at Austin are invited to
submit their articles to the URJ for review.
For more information about submitting, visit: http://texasurj.com/submission
The submission deadline for the 2010-2011 school year is
Friday, February 25th, 2011 at 12PM. The selection process will be
completed in March of 2011. There is a $250+ award for the best paper
by an upper division student and a $100+ award for the best paper by a
lower division student.
Copies of the 2010 journals are in circulation! If you would like one
or have any questions, please contact Monica Ghosh, editor-in-chief,
at texasurj@gmail.com
Have you written a great paper? Think someone else would like to read
it? Or reference it?
WHO: The Undergraduate Research Journal (URJ) is a student-edited,
multi-disciplinary journal of undergraduate research at The University
of Texas at Austin. The journal is published once per long semester
and is primarily circulated within the University. Impact can reach
farther than UT's campus, however. A copy of the 2010 URJ was recently
requested by and sent to Purdue University?s library.
WHAT: The URJ is looking for interesting, well-written research papers
that present original ideas. Published papers give insight from
original research or synthesize sources in a new and unique way. The
URJ is interested in submissions from all UT?s disciplines.
Submissions may be products of coursework, independent study,
supervised research, senior theses, etc. Past [within one year of
graduation] or current full or part-time undergraduate students in
good standing at the University of Texas at Austin are invited to
submit their articles to the URJ for review.
For more information about submitting, visit: http://texasurj.com/submission
The submission deadline for the 2010-2011 school year is
Friday, February 25th, 2011 at 12PM. The selection process will be
completed in March of 2011. There is a $250+ award for the best paper
by an upper division student and a $100+ award for the best paper by a
lower division student.
Copies of the 2010 journals are in circulation! If you would like one
or have any questions, please contact Monica Ghosh, editor-in-chief,
at texasurj@gmail.com
Ecology Research Opportunity
I'm an EEB graduate student working on thermal adaptation in the
Glanville Frititllary butterfly. Broadly, I'm investigating how this
and other similar species may respond to climate change. The work
involves multiple aspects of ecology, evolution and behaviour. I'm
looking for an undergrad assistant who would be interested in helping
out this semester, and possibly beyond (summer and fall). The position
is unpaid, but there is the option of registering for research hours.
The time commitment will vary over the course of the semester. In some
weeks there will be no work at all, while in others there may be as
much as 10-15 hours of work.
The best way to contact me is via email at nkadvani@hotmail.com
Nikhil Advani
Glanville Frititllary butterfly. Broadly, I'm investigating how this
and other similar species may respond to climate change. The work
involves multiple aspects of ecology, evolution and behaviour. I'm
looking for an undergrad assistant who would be interested in helping
out this semester, and possibly beyond (summer and fall). The position
is unpaid, but there is the option of registering for research hours.
The time commitment will vary over the course of the semester. In some
weeks there will be no work at all, while in others there may be as
much as 10-15 hours of work.
The best way to contact me is via email at nkadvani@hotmail.com
Nikhil Advani
First Undergraduate Planetary Science Research Conference
Most of us in the Aptamer stream are probably biology majors and
do not think about planetary science. Here is an opportunity to explore
a different field.
The First Undergraduate Planetary Science Research Conference will be
held on Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 9:00 am to 5:00pm, in association
with the 2011 Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC), The
Woodlands, TX.
The Conference includes:
Panels on “How to Choose the Grad School Right for You,” “Alternative
Careers in Science,” and “Women in Planetary Science;”
Poster sessions where students will present their posters to other
students and to the scientific community;
“Meeting Mentors” will pair students with a scientist for part of the
LPSC meeting, so students can learn how to engage at a scientific
conference;
Opportunity to meet other undergraduate researchers, graduate
students, and scientists.
Undergraduate students currently conducting research in planetary
sciences, astrobiology, and lunar sciences are eligible.
To apply, please go to:
http://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/yssurc2011/
Applications are due: Close of Business, February, 1, 2011
Some travel support will be available to students who qualify.
Priority will be given to students of diverse backgrounds. Students
are encouraged to attend LPSC and the travel support includes
registration for and participation in LPSC.
For additional information, please contact Dr. Emily CoBabe-Ammann at
ecobabe@spaceeducation.org.
The YSS Undergraduate Planetary Science Research Conference is
supported by the NASA Science Mission Directorate, the NASA Lunar
Science Institute, and the NASA Astrobiology Program.
do not think about planetary science. Here is an opportunity to explore
a different field.
The First Undergraduate Planetary Science Research Conference will be
held on Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 9:00 am to 5:00pm, in association
with the 2011 Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC), The
Woodlands, TX.
The Conference includes:
Panels on “How to Choose the Grad School Right for You,” “Alternative
Careers in Science,” and “Women in Planetary Science;”
Poster sessions where students will present their posters to other
students and to the scientific community;
“Meeting Mentors” will pair students with a scientist for part of the
LPSC meeting, so students can learn how to engage at a scientific
conference;
Opportunity to meet other undergraduate researchers, graduate
students, and scientists.
Undergraduate students currently conducting research in planetary
sciences, astrobiology, and lunar sciences are eligible.
To apply, please go to:
http://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/yssurc2011/
Applications are due: Close of Business, February, 1, 2011
Some travel support will be available to students who qualify.
Priority will be given to students of diverse backgrounds. Students
are encouraged to attend LPSC and the travel support includes
registration for and participation in LPSC.
For additional information, please contact Dr. Emily CoBabe-Ammann at
ecobabe@spaceeducation.org.
The YSS Undergraduate Planetary Science Research Conference is
supported by the NASA Science Mission Directorate, the NASA Lunar
Science Institute, and the NASA Astrobiology Program.
Bioscience and Biotechnology Symposium, Feb. 2
BIOSCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY SYMPOSIUM (BABS)
The College of Natural Sciences Career Services center (NSCS) invites
you to register for the Bioscience and Biotechnology Symposium on
Wednesday, February 2, 2011. The symposium is a joint effort of
students and career services in the School of Engineering and College
of Natural Sciences. It will feature employers from the bioscience
and biotechnology industry and will be a great opportunity to network
with representatives from these industries.
If you are interested in opportunities in these industries, we
encourage you to attend and participate in the poster presentation!
BIOSCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY SYMPOSIUM
Texas Union Ballroom
February 2nd, 2011, 1-6pm
SPEAKER PANEL - Presentations on topics in biotechnology research, and
the transition from academia to bioscience and biotechnology careers.
STUDENT POSTER SESSION - Your poster will be viewed by representatives
in the bioscience and biotechnology industry. Participation is open to
undergraduate and graduate students.
NETWORKING CAREER FAIR - Network with biotech employers in a reception setting
For additional information and to register to attend:
http://www.engr.utexas.edu/ecac/183/6037-bioevent
Currently Registered Employers:
Celling Technologies
Clinical Pathology Laboratories
Gerson Lehrman Group
Hulsey PC
Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences
Kelly Scientific Resources
Life Technologies
Merck
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Signature Science LLC
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
University of North Texas Health Science Center, Graduate School of
Biomedical Sciences
University of Texas Medical Branch
UTHealth | The University of Texas Health Science Center of Houston
Worldwide Clinical Trials Drug Development Solutions
A Contest: The Scientific Relationship
Posted by Gwen Stovall.
The Challenge: Tell a story about undergraduate research in the College of Natural Sciences in film, photography, sound, animation, illustration, words, html, or whatever other medium takes your fancy.
The Theme: Explore a scientific relationship between two people, a person and a bacterium, a student and her laboratory, a mentor and a mentee, a research stream, or any other two things, creatures, spaces, or realities.
The prize: A prize. Seeing your work featured on the websites of the college and the university. Feeling good about yourself. And $50!
The constraints: Must be scientifically accurate. Must involve research done by an undergraduate in the College of Natural Sciences. Must be interesting.
1st Prize: $50
2 Honorable Mention Prizes: $25
The winning entries, as well as other outstanding submissions, may be featured on the websites of the College of Natural Sciences and The University of Texas at Austin.
Winners will be selected by March 1.
For more information or technical assistance, contact Melissa Taylor at melissataylor@mail.utexas.edu
Sponsored by the Office for Honors, Research and International Study in the College of Natural Sciences
DEADLINE
FEB 15, 2011
The Challenge: Tell a story about undergraduate research in the College of Natural Sciences in film, photography, sound, animation, illustration, words, html, or whatever other medium takes your fancy.
The Theme: Explore a scientific relationship between two people, a person and a bacterium, a student and her laboratory, a mentor and a mentee, a research stream, or any other two things, creatures, spaces, or realities.
The prize: A prize. Seeing your work featured on the websites of the college and the university. Feeling good about yourself. And $50!
The constraints: Must be scientifically accurate. Must involve research done by an undergraduate in the College of Natural Sciences. Must be interesting.
1st Prize: $50
2 Honorable Mention Prizes: $25
The winning entries, as well as other outstanding submissions, may be featured on the websites of the College of Natural Sciences and The University of Texas at Austin.
Winners will be selected by March 1.
For more information or technical assistance, contact Melissa Taylor at melissataylor@mail.utexas.edu
Sponsored by the Office for Honors, Research and International Study in the College of Natural Sciences
DEADLINE
FEB 15, 2011
Scholarship Opportunity: Department of Homeland Security Education Programs
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Education Programs
http://www.orau.gov/dhseducationprograms
Supporting students interested in pursuing the basic science and technology innovations that can be applied to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security mission.
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for fall 2011
* Full tuition and monthly stipends
* Includes 10-week summer internships at federal research facilities or university-based DHS Centers of Excellence
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2011
DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program
Providing a 10-week summer research experience for undergraduate students majoring in homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (HS-STEM).
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for Summer 2011
* 10-week summer research experiences at federal research facilities
* $500 weekly stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2011
Complete information is available online at http://www.orau.gov/dhseducationprograms .
Questions regarding the DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org.
posted by Gwen Stovall
http://www.orau.gov/
DHS Scholarship Program
Supporting students interested in pursuing the basic science and technology innovations that can be applied to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security mission.
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for fall 2011
* Full tuition and monthly stipends
* Includes 10-week summer internships at federal research facilities or university-based DHS Centers of Excellence
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2011
DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program
Providing a 10-week summer research experience for undergraduate students majoring in homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (HS-STEM).
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for Summer 2011
* 10-week summer research experiences at federal research facilities
* $500 weekly stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2011
Complete information is available online at http://www.orau.gov/
Questions regarding the DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org.
posted by Gwen Stovall
Here's another opportunity for you to present your research
Here's another opportunity for you to present your research and network. This also provides you another resume-enhancing opportunity to get a poster publication ...
The College of Natural Sciences Career Services center (NSCS) invites you to register for the Bioscience and Biotechnology Symposium on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. The symposium is a joint effort of students and career services in the School of Engineering and College of Natural Sciences. It will feature employers from the bioscience and biotechnology industry and will be a great opportunity to network with representatives from these industries.
If you are interested in opportunities in these industries, we encourage you to attend and participate in the poster presentation! Further incentive: Poster participants will be entered in a drawing for prizes!
BIOSCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY SYMPOSIUM
Texas Union Ballroom
February 2nd, 2011, 1-6pm
SPEAKER PANEL - Presentations on topics in biotechnology research, and the transition from academia to bioscience and biotechnology careers.
STUDENT POSTER SESSION - Your poster will be viewed by representatives in the bioscience and biotechnology industry. Participation is open to undergraduate and graduate students.
NETWORKING CAREER FAIR - Network with biotech employers in a reception setting
For additional information and to register to attend: https://surveystation.
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