Are you a graduating senior who is interested in a research-intensive job, or wishes to obtain additional experience before applying to graduate school? Check out the jobs fair!
Visit the website at http://www.hr.emory.edu/research_fair/
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Emory's Research and Clinical Career Fair [May 2]
Visit the website at http://www.hr.emory.edu/research_fair/
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Laney Graduate School's Stem Symposium begins tomorrow
To view the program, click here.
Monday, February 3, 2014
2014 SURE Application Deadline EXTENDED
SURE Deadline Extension: The SURE application deadline has been extended
to 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 10th, 2014, for all applicants (Emory
students and external applicants).
Because of the recent Emory University closing during inclement weather, many faculty-student meetings were cancelled, delaying application plans. Therefore, we'll extend the student application deadline by one week across the board. However, please note that the deadline for the receipt of faculty letters of recommendation will remain the same: due Monday, Feb. 10, 2014.
For more information on the SURE application process please visit our website by clicking here.
Because of the recent Emory University closing during inclement weather, many faculty-student meetings were cancelled, delaying application plans. Therefore, we'll extend the student application deadline by one week across the board. However, please note that the deadline for the receipt of faculty letters of recommendation will remain the same: due Monday, Feb. 10, 2014.
For more information on the SURE application process please visit our website by clicking here.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Substance abuse and addiction research for high school and undergraduate students
NIDA’s high school and undergraduate summer research internship program is accepting applications. Please disseminate the following announcement:
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) invites high school and undergraduate students to submit applications for the 2014 Summer Research Program. Under this program students underrepresented in the biomedical, social, clinical and behavioral sciences are paired with NIDA funded scientists at research institutions across the United States for 8-10 weeks during the summer to work in the field of substance abuse and addiction research. Internships may involve a variety of experiences including laboratory experiments, data collection, data analysis, patient interviews, and literature reviews. Student interns receive a stipend, and if necessary and eligible, provisions for travel and housing expenses. The deadline to submit applications for the 2014 program is February 14, 2014.
Questions regarding the 2014 NIDA Summer Research Program can be directed to, Julie Huffman at Huffmanj@mail.nih.gov
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) invites high school and undergraduate students to submit applications for the 2014 Summer Research Program. Under this program students underrepresented in the biomedical, social, clinical and behavioral sciences are paired with NIDA funded scientists at research institutions across the United States for 8-10 weeks during the summer to work in the field of substance abuse and addiction research. Internships may involve a variety of experiences including laboratory experiments, data collection, data analysis, patient interviews, and literature reviews. Student interns receive a stipend, and if necessary and eligible, provisions for travel and housing expenses. The deadline to submit applications for the 2014 program is February 14, 2014.
Eligibility: This program supports summer research internships for high school and undergraduate students who are from racial/ethnic groups that are nationally underrepresented in the biomedical, behavioral, and clinical sciences (African Americans, Hispanic Americans, American Indians/Alaska Natives, Hawaiian Natives, and natives of the U.S. Pacific Islands), although all racial/ethnic groups can apply.Complete program information and the online application form can be found at the following link: https://nidaextshare.nida.nih.gov/SRP/_layouts/NIDA.SummerInternshipProgram/ApplicationForm.aspx?XsnLocation=/SRP/forms/Application.xsn
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age (unless a specific project indicates otherwise) and must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States (No Exceptions). Applicants under the age of 18 can only be placed at research sites within daily-commuting distance from their home.
Individuals who have already participated in the Summer Research with NIDA program for two summers are not eligible to apply.
Questions regarding the 2014 NIDA Summer Research Program can be directed to, Julie Huffman at Huffmanj@mail.nih.gov
Summer Research at the University of Massachusetts
2014 Combined Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity
Ten Week Program - May 25 - August 1, 2014
2013 Summer Fellows
Program Description
The University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS) Combined Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity is a non-credit, ten-week, highly structured research experience sponsored by UMMS Office of School Services. The program consists of "hands-on" laboratory research with an investigator serving as a mentor, role model and advisor.
The Combined Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity is funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and UMMS Office of Research.
For additional information, online application and eligibility: http://www.umassmed.edu/summer/index.aspx
Deborah Harmon Hines, Ph.D.
Vice Provost for School Services
and Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology
University of Massachusetts Medical School
55 Lake Avenue North S3-104
Worcester, Massachusetts 01655
508-856-2444 Phone
508-856-4888 Fax
877-395-3149 Toll Free
deborah-harmon.hines@umassmed.edu
www.umassmed.edu/schoolservices
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Sequestration hurts undergraduate research
Per a report that queried university leaders on the impact of sequestration on various institutional functions,
"Thirty percent of respondents said sequestration had led to a reduction in research opportunities for undergraduate students." Read on @ InsideHigherEd
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Thursday, November 7, 2013
ATLANTA SCIENCE FESTIVAL: Information Sessions
The Atlanta Science Festival is a weeklong celebration of science and technology that will be held at venues all across the Atlanta area, March 22-29, 2014. There are several opportunities for Emory undergraduates and graduate students to get involved:- Attend awesome Festival events: science films, molecular flashmob, comedy nights, trivia, science of beer, and more!
- Share your passion for science with K-12 students in special classroom visits.
- Propose an activity, demo, performance, or workshop for the science carnival at Centennial Olympic Park. Special funding is available for Emory students, staff, and faculty to participate (Click here).
- Volunteer to help promote and produce the festival.
For more information about the Atlanta Science Festival and how to get involved, attend one of two information sessions to be held at Emory University:
Thursday, November 14, 5-6pm in Chemistry 316
Friday, November 15, 1-2pm in Whitehead 600
Contact: darcie@atlantasciencefestival.org
sign up for our mailing list
follow us on Twitter (@ATLSciFest)
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
STEM Internships at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
Research Opportunities at National Laboratories for Undergraduate, Post-Baccalaureates, Graduate Students, and Faculty in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math areas.
Please contact Amanda VanOver at Amanda.VanOver@orau.org for additional questions on the Higher Education Research Experiences (HERE) or Nuclear Engineering Science Laboratory Synthesis Programs (NESLS)
Want to complete a hands-on research project?
Want to gain a competitive advantage?
Want to be mentored by top nationally acclaimed scientists?
Want to use state-of-the-art equipment and facilities
Want to interact with a national community of peers?
General Information: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has a long history and interest in providing hands-on research experiences to students at all academic levels. Over the years, these research experience programs have enhanced students' academic curricula and at the same time have helped the Laboratory (1) develop its own workforce and (2) contribute to the national vision for excellence in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. ORNL is a multi-program science and technology laboratory managed for the U.S. Department (DOE) by UT-Battelle, LLC. Scientists and engineers at ORNL conduct basic and applied research and development to create scientific knowledge and technological solutions that strengthen the nation's leadership in key areas of sciences, engineering, mathematics, and technology. ORNL scientists are also fully supportive of their responsibility to help mentor the next generation of scientists.
Eligibility: You must meet the qualifications of all programs if you would like to complete an application. You can find the eligibility requirements on the program postings.
Selection: Applicants are selected based on academic achievements, scientific interests, and career goals.
Stipend: Participants will receive a stipend based on academic level. Plus some programs provide a housing allowance, and one round trip to and from the lab from your university or home. Certain eligibility requirements will need to be met in order to be eligible for the housing and travel. See information provided on web site.
Application: Please visit http://www.orau.org/ornl and click on your academic level to learn more about educational programs at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Complete your profile in the Talent and Opportunity System (TOppS) system and then apply to one or all of the program postings. Applications must be submitted visa the TOppS system. See the programs web sites for suggested deadline dates.
Please contact Amanda VanOver at Amanda.VanOver@orau.org for additional questions on the Higher Education Research Experiences (HERE) or Nuclear Engineering Science Laboratory Synthesis Programs (NESLS)
Want to complete a hands-on research project?
Want to gain a competitive advantage?
Want to be mentored by top nationally acclaimed scientists?
Want to use state-of-the-art equipment and facilities
Want to interact with a national community of peers?
General Information: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has a long history and interest in providing hands-on research experiences to students at all academic levels. Over the years, these research experience programs have enhanced students' academic curricula and at the same time have helped the Laboratory (1) develop its own workforce and (2) contribute to the national vision for excellence in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. ORNL is a multi-program science and technology laboratory managed for the U.S. Department (DOE) by UT-Battelle, LLC. Scientists and engineers at ORNL conduct basic and applied research and development to create scientific knowledge and technological solutions that strengthen the nation's leadership in key areas of sciences, engineering, mathematics, and technology. ORNL scientists are also fully supportive of their responsibility to help mentor the next generation of scientists.
Eligibility: You must meet the qualifications of all programs if you would like to complete an application. You can find the eligibility requirements on the program postings.
Selection: Applicants are selected based on academic achievements, scientific interests, and career goals.
Stipend: Participants will receive a stipend based on academic level. Plus some programs provide a housing allowance, and one round trip to and from the lab from your university or home. Certain eligibility requirements will need to be met in order to be eligible for the housing and travel. See information provided on web site.
Application: Please visit http://www.orau.org/ornl and click on your academic level to learn more about educational programs at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Complete your profile in the Talent and Opportunity System (TOppS) system and then apply to one or all of the program postings. Applications must be submitted visa the TOppS system. See the programs web sites for suggested deadline dates.
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