The Smith Alzheimer’s Center at SIU Medicine is offering two lab internship opportunities for undergraduate college students in 2026.

Selected students will explore cutting-edge research associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The nine-week internships run from June 1 through July 31.

“We’re thrilled to continue providing this opportunity for young researchers interested in learning more about aging and Alzheimer’s disease,” said Erin Hascup, PhD, executive director of the Smith Alzheimer’s Center. “Students will benefit from a direct, hands-on experience to advance their journey toward translational research or medicine.”

Applications will be accepted through February 27, 2026, and internships will be based at the Springfield campus. Travel and housing are not provided. Qualified applicants will have completed their freshman year of college by June 2026, and not graduated. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Applicants should submit an unofficial college transcript, résumé and a personal statement describing current studies, extracurricular activities and career goals. Items should be PDF format and submitted via an online form at siumed.edu/alzinternship.

Before the Feb. 27 deadline, applicants must provide two letters of reference from college instructors. Instructors should send the letters to smithalzcenter@siumed.edu. Final selection decisions are expected by April 3. For additional questions, please email smithalzcenter@siumed.edu. These internship opportunities are made possible through funding from Illuminate the Night and the Kenneth Stark Endowment.

Since 1986, the Smith Alzheimer’s Center’s mission is to integrate patient care, education and research to better understand the biological aspects of aging, cognition, and neurodegenerative disorders. This knowledge allows us to design innovative personalized care that addresses both the underlying symptoms and the disease leading to improved patient, family and community outcomes. To learn more, visit siumed.edu/alz.

Contact: Aren Dow, Smith Alzheimer's Center | adow91@siumed.edu | 217.545.7626

Steve Sandstrom, Marketing & Communications | ssandstrom@siumed.edu | 217.545.5616

Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (GPiBS) and Summer Undergraduate Research Programs (SURP) at the University of Oklahoma Health Campus.

GPiBS

Our priority deadline is rapidly approaching (December 1st, 2025). We will continue accepting applications until January 31st, 2026, though applications received after December 1st are less likely to garner interviews/admissions offers. If you are interested in pursuing a PhD in the Biomedical Sciences, please consider applying/inquiring about our programs. OUHSC is a comprehensive medical campus home to cutting edge research facilities and top-tier scientists. Our 2.5:1 PhD student-to-post-doc ratio equates to students being the major drivers of our research enterprise, as evidenced by our publication numbers (5.5 manuscripts per PhD graduate!).

**Note – NIH-funded PREP trainees will automatically be granted an interview!**

Interested students can utilize the GPiBS website or reach out to us directly at GPIBS@ouhsc.edu for additional information or questions.

GPiBS highlights:

• Stipend - $36,000

• Full tuition/fees waiver

• Health Insurance provided

• Interdisciplinary biomedical education

• >150 mentors across 7 affiliated Departments

SURP

Interested in research, but don’t know where to start? The Summer Undergraduate Research Programs (SURP) is a great place to obtain research experience. Participants will experience 9 weeks of hands-on biomedical research training under the mentorship of one of our 150+ faculty members. See first-hand what cutting edge research is like on our comprehensive medical campus! The SURP application deadline is January 31st, 2026. More information about our summer programs can be found at the SURP website or by contacting us at SURP@ouhsc.edu.

SURP highlights:

• $5,000 summer salary

• Full-time mentored research at OUHSC

• Weekly enrichment sessions

• Final Symposium

**If you are attending ABRCMS, come stop by our booth!

Please let us know if you have any questions!

Chris

Christopher G. Horton, Ph.D.

Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (GPiBS)

Director, Summer Undergraduate Research Programs (SURP)

Graduate College, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences

941 Stanton L. Young Blvd, BSEB 123

Oklahoma City, OK 73104

Phone: 405-271-2489

Email: Christopher-horton@ou.edu

GPiBS Website

We are excited to announce our research training program for undergraduates, funded by the National Science Foundation, REU Site: Translating Research in Psychological Sciences to the Real World. The program starts on June 8, 2026, and lasts for 8 weeks. 

Undergraduate students must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or U.S. permanent residents and enrolled in a degree program (part-time or full-time) leading to a baccalaureate or associate degree.

The REU program targets undergraduates with interests or majors in psychological and social sciences, neuroscience, behavioral health science, engineering, computer science, math, kinesiology, and biomechanics. All students who are interested in research and who plan to go to graduate school are encouraged to apply. Candidates must have junior or senior standing when the REU Site starts, be in good academic standing, and have a GPA of at least 3.3.

Undergraduates will work closely with a faculty member at Rice University on behavioral research that has clear applications to real-world problems. Examples of topics include: aging, cybersecurity, driving, education and training, election integrity, emotional regulation in caregivers, employee resilience, future of work, health care and patient safety, health psychology, hiring decisions, human-AI collaboration, human-computer interaction, memory in people with and without illness, leadership, multisensory integration in collision avoidance, physiological impacts of spousal bereavement, teamwork, usability, AI-powered assessment, and workplace discrimination. Training includes professional development seminars, graduate school preparation, and a presentation from a professional working in industry. The grant will pay for student lodging, meals, and travel, and a $4800 stipend.

Our website has details about the program and how to apply: http://pd28.blogs.rice.edu/ 

Applications for Wash U ENDURE 2026 open on November 3 (program flyer attached)!

The Washington University in St. Louis (Wash U) ENDURE summer research program prepares undergraduates from all backgrounds for neuroscience PhD programs. Accepted students are funded for one summer. The program combines independent research, a rigorous academic and professional development curriculum, and an empowering support system so participants thrive on their path to graduate school and beyond. Benefits include a $7000 stipend for the summer, travel to and from the program, housing, eligibility for academic year research stipend ($2000 per semester for one academic year) and funds to attend up to two scientific conferences annually. Applications are due by Feb. 2, 2026.

Details about eligibility and the program are available online (https://endure.wustl.edu/apply/) or by contacting endure@wustl.edu.

Sincerely,

Your Wash U ENDURE Leadership

Erik Herzog

Mitch Kundel 

Mary Lambo

Bri Saunders

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Erik Herzog               Ph: 314.935.8635

Dept. of Biology       Lab: 314.935.3330

Box 1137                   https://sites.wustl.edu/herzoglab/

Washington Univ.    herzog@wustl.edu

St. Louis, MO 63130  (Preferred pronouns: he/him/his)

Office: Bayer 205  Lab: Bayer 204

The Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging at WashU hosts an annual summer research program focused on aging and its interplay with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The program is open to up to 12 undergraduate students, primarily from universities and colleges in the St. Louis Metro and broader Missouri Region.

We are reaching out to see if you can share information about this program with any students you think may be interested. Students do not need to have previous research experience. In fact, one of our goals for the program is to provide students with an introduction to what it would be like to work in a research center or lab. The deadline for submitting applications is 5:00 pm on January 23, 2026.

A flyer with additional program information is attached for sharing with interested students and the application link can be found on our website. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. 

Thank you,

Michele Dinman
Summer Research Program Coordinator 

Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging

Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis

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Behavior Education Assessment Research (BEAR) Lab (PSY4970-77) This lab is designed for motivated students from ANY MAJOR who has an interest in applying psychological science to help understand "real world" issues. The BEAR lab is designed to accommodate a small number of students (3 to 5) who will partner with a campus unit and apply research methods and concepts from psychological science on a collaborative project. Please visit this page to learn about eligibility requirements. This is a single semester experience and thus students must be new to the BEAR lab. Interested students must complete this form and applications will be reviewed by order received until positions are filled. Because this is also an experiential learning opportunity, the registration process will require completion of Form 36 from Dr. Willoughby and subsequent registrar-administered placement into the section. 

The Zhu lab in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at Saint Louis University is recruiting motivated undergraduate research assistants to join our new team!

The goal of our lab is to understand how the brain's immune cells, called microglia, regulate white matter injury and repair in the context of Alzheimer's disease (AD). This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge neuroscience research. You will learn foundational techniques in molecular and cellular biology while investigating the mechanisms of neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration using diverse models like transgenic mice and human stem cells.

Tasks that you can expect to assist with include:

·                     Performing primary glial cultures

·                     Maintaining and differentiating human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)

·                     Assisting with research on AD mouse models, including tissue collection

·                     Conducting immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and image analysis

·                     General lab support (e.g., preparing solutions)

This is an ideal opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. program. You will be joining a brand-new lab, which provides a unique chance to learn techniques from the ground up, contribute to foundational projects, and grow with the research team from the very beginning!

Please email your questions/interest to: beika.zhu@ucsf.edu

Beika Zhu, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Department of Pharmacology and Physiology

Saint Louis University

The Lab of pain comorbidities (Cazuza Lab) in the Department Pharmacology & Physiology at Saint Louis University is recruiting for a research assistant position.

 
The goal of the Cazuza Lab is to identify the causal mechanisms underpinning how distinct comorbidities emerge from chronic pain. This opportunity will provide you with an opportunity to experience preclinical research investigating neuron-glia crosstalk mechanisms related to chronic pain inducing emotional and cognitive impairments.

The goal of this semester is to organize, setup, and validate standard procedures in the lab (immunohistochemistry, In situ hybridization, western blot, fiber photometry), procure IACUC approval, begin transgenic mice colony management, and initiate tissue processing for histology and biochemistry studies.

Tasks that you may to expect to assist with include:

-Organizing materials and samples
-Establish lab logs for surgical records, lab material catalog, samples catalog
-Literature reviews
-Brain tissue preparation

-Data collection in the microscopy core

-Data processing
-Establish and validate fiber photometry technique

Please reach out directly to the Principal Investigator to apply: rafael.cazuza@health.slu.edu

**This will be ideal opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a PhD in neuroscience, pharmacology or physiology related areas. The first part of the semester will be focused on organizing lab material, establishing standard operation procedures, and validating biochemistry techniques. The rest will be setting the study up, working on transgenic mouse colony management and initiating histology/biochemistry studies.

Rafael Cazuza, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Pharmacology & Physiology
Doisy Hall, R312
Saint Louis University

My name is Chinmayi Balusu and I'm a Neuroscience & Society Fellow at the Dana Foundation. Recently, we launched two funding opportunities for students/trainees interested in neuroscience and society, and we would greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word. Please see below and let me know if you have any questions.

Professional Development Awards

Undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, graduate, and post-doctoral trainees at U.S.-based institutions may request up to $5,000 USD in funding to support professional development in neuroscience and society. The funds could be used to support the following (note that these are examples and not an exhaustive list):

·  Attending a conference or workshop in neuroscience and society.

·  Neuroscience and society coursework.

Past professional development awards have been used for:

·  Attending the International Neuroethics Society Annual Meeting (undergraduate trainee majoring in neuroscience)

·  Attending the Human and Mammalian Brain Atlas Consortium meeting hosted by the Allen Institute (post-baccalaureate trainee with an ethics background)

·  Taking an online Neuroethical Considerations course offered by Queen’s University (graduate trainee focusing on neuroscience)

·  Training and experience in computer-generated art to better communicate neuroscience to the public (postdoctoral trainee in neuroscience)

Learn more and apply here: https://on.dana.org/professional-development-awards-2025 

Trainee Research Awards

Graduate student and postdoctoral trainee applicants at U.S.-based institutions may request up to $15,000 USD in funding to support small research projects in neuroscience and society. The funds could be used to support the following types of research (note that these are examples and not an exhaustive list):  

·  Surveys and questionnaires

·  Interviews and focus groups

·  Case studies

·  Conceptual analysis

·  Case law review

·  Policy analysis

·  Systematic reviews

Learn more and apply here: https://on.dana.org/trainee-research-awards-2025  

If your students have any questions related to the awards, please have them contact me at cbalusu@dana.org. The submission deadline for both awards is March 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

Thank you,

Chinmayi Balusu, MPH (she/her)

cbalusu@dana.org

Neuroscience & Society Fellow, Dana Foundation

The Accessible Summer Research (ASSURE) Fellowship program offers undergraduates from the St. Louis metro area a 10-week immersive research opportunity at WashU Medicine. Fellows benefit from close mentorship, learning directly from experienced faculty and lab members, and gaining hands-on skills in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication. Participants will engage in research across the translational spectrum, from fundamental lab research to clinical research involving human patients. Candidates do not need to have prior research experience.

Benefits include a $7,000 stipend, free campus housing with other undergraduate research students, a free public transportation pass, professional development opportunities, special ASSURE seminars, social events, and research mentorship and advising by experienced faculty.

Applications are due by February 19, 2025. Additional program and application information can be found at https://assure.washu.edu.

Hello,

I want to invite students at your institution to embark on a transformative journey with a Ph.D. program at the Boys Town National Research Hospital Institute for Human Neuroscience and fellow Jesuit institution Creighton University. The Ph.D. in Pharmacology and Neuroscience is designed to prepare students for a distinguished career in research and education through unparalleled hands-on experience in cognitive neuroscience. I hope you can kindly share the following information and the attached flyer with your students.

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The Boys Town National Research Hospital Institute for Human Neuroscience offers a Ph.D. in Neuroscience through a joint program with Creighton University.

Are you considering a career in neuroscience? The Ph.D. program offered by the Institute for Human Neuroscience at Boys Town National Research Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska is designed to prepare you for a distinguished career in neuroscience research and education through unparalleled hands-on experience in cognitive neuroscience.

Program Details:

Students apply to Creighton University's Ph.D. program in Pharmacology and Neuroscience. Accepted students will collaborate with world-renowned faculty at the Institute for Human Neuroscience and will utilize our cutting-edge neuroimaging facilities and data processing technologies. Students receive free tuition plus a competitive monthly stipend and take a series of required and elective courses customized to their program of study. Students will choose an area of concentration based on their interests, such as developmental cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience of aging, clinical cognitive neuroscience, neural bases of psychiatric disorders, and motor and sensory neuroscience. Please see our program flyer for more details.

The Institute for Human Neuroscience:

The Institute for Human Neuroscience is a world-class research facility that propels innovation and discovery in cognitive neuroscience through mentorship and collaboration. Benefitting from over $25 million in active funding from the National Institutes of Health, the Institute for Human Neuroscience is also home to world-renowned faculty and cutting-edge facilities, including two state-of-the-art Triux Neo MEGs, the highest-density optically pumped magnetometry (OPM) system in North America, and a research-dedicated 3 Tesla Siemens Prisma MRI. Our scholars and students achieve incredible milestones, including publishing in top scientific journals (such as PNAS and Brain), being recruited to the most elite programs and universities worldwide, and receiving some of the most prestigious awards and recognitions in the field.

Our laboratory directors lead cutting-edge, multi-modal research programs in topics such as early life stress, sensory processing, movement disorders, substance use, neuroHIV, child and adolescent development, and healthy and pathological aging.

Learn More and Apply Now!

For more information and to view the program faculty, visit the Ph.D. program website at https://www.instituteforhumanneuroscience.org/phd-program. 

Apply now! Applications are due December 15.

Have questions? Contact us at hannah.okelberry@boystown.org. 

The Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging at WashU hosts an annual summer research program focused on aging and its interplay with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The program is open to up to 10 undergraduate students, primarily from universities and colleges in the STL Metro and broader Missouri Region.

I am reaching out to see if you could share information about this program with any students you think may be interested. Students do not need to have previous research experience. In fact, one of our goals for the program is to provide students an introduction to what it would be like to work in a research center or lab. The deadline for applications is January 17, 2025.

A flyer is attached for sharing and more information and the application link can be found on our website. I have also attached a program flyer. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. 

Best regards,

Michele Dinman

The Washington University in St. Louis ENDURE summer research program prepares undergraduates from diverse backgrounds for neuroscience PhD programs. Accepted students are funded for up to two years. The program combines independent research, a rigorous academic and professional development curriculum, and an empowering support system so participants thrive on their path to graduate school and beyond. Benefits include a $7000 stipend per summer, travel to and from the program, housing, eligibility for academic year research stipend ($2000 per semester for up to two academic years) and funds to attend up to two scientific conferences annually. Applications are due by Feb. 3, 2025.

Details about eligibility and the program are available online, https://endure.wustl.edu/apply/ , or by contacting endure@wustl.edu. 

Good Morning,

Neuroprep is a NIH-funded 2-yr PostBacc Program located at Washington University in St Louis.  The Program is nation-wide and specifically geared for students interested in pursuing careers in Neuroscience.  Neuroprep has as its goal for trainees to become competitive applicants for Neuroscience PhD programs.  All Program positions are fully paid, and they include generous benefits and travel support to Washington University.  We invite you to an ‘Informational Zoom Session’ for you and your students on November 11th, 2024 at 2:00pm (CT). An outlook calendar invite will shortly follow.

Neuroprep is geared to serve individuals from backgrounds that are historically underrepresented in science and it emphasizes support of participants from institutions that do not offer access to substantive research opportunities.  Neuroprep trainees work in one of ~45 Washington University laboratories studying diverse questions in basic and clinical neuroscience.  In addition, the Program emphasizes training in oral and written communications to support graduate school applications, participation in national scientific conferences and in outreach experiences.

Applications open on November 11th, 2024 and close on March 3rd, 2025 with a program start date of August 1st, 2025.

Please reach out should you have any questions.

Thank you,

I'm emailing today about the Goldwater Scholarship, a federally funded national scholarship awarded to college sophomores AND juniors to help fund undergraduate research in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering (and related fields, including computer sciences, mathematics, and psychology).  The application includes a research statement, so the best applicants already have research experience in either campus- or industry-supported environments.  You can learn more about the Goldwater Scholarship here.

The Goldwater Scholarship selection process is quite competitive and intensive, and we usually encourage students to start thinking about applying for the award at least a year before the campus deadline of December 1, though building interest and enthusiasm for applying for Goldwater and other awards as early as year one is an evergreen goal for our office.  Even though we are quite close to our internal deadline, I'd like to invite you and your colleagues to encourage qualified sophomores and juniors to consider applying in this cycle.  Our office endorses the nominations to the Goldwater Foundation for scholarship consideration, so it's important that applicants get connected to us as soon as they start thinking about applying.  Please encourage them to fill out this simple survey, and I'll reach out to them directly to find time to meet.

It's never too early to think about the next cycle, so if you have first-year or sophomore students you would like to put on our radar, please also encourage them to fill out the survey.  This gets them in our pipeline and puts them on our lists for information sessions and additional outreach later in the year.  And if you or a colleague are interested in serving on the campus committee to select our nominees, please let me know!

If you have any questions or concerns for me, please get in touch!

Sincerely,

Becky Muich

Rebecca Muich, Ph.D.

Director, University Honors Program

Saint Louis University

3634 Lindell Blvd.

Verhaegen Hall, 119

St. Louis, MO 63108

(314) 977-9301

she/her/hers

IDBI-SPUR Application on HANDSHAKE

The IDBI-SPUR application is live on Handshake for students to find and apply for either part-time or full-time IDBI-SPUR positions. The link to to the preview is here, please share with undergraduate students who may be interested. https://slu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/8694532/share_preview.

Applications close Friday, March 22nd. Undergrad SLU students are eligible to apply. After application, qualified applicants will hear from Blythe Janowiak on finding a potential research match.

SLU Institute for Drug and Biotherapeutic Innovation Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (IDBI-SPUR) 2024

NOTE:  This positions is only available to enrolled full-time at Saint Louis University as an undergraduate and will still be enrolled full-time at Saint Louis University as an undergraduate in AY 2024/2025

Saint Louis University's IDBI Summer Program in Undergraduate Research (IDBI-SPUR) provides paid summer research opportunities and structured training activities for SLU undergraduate students working in IDBI member laboratories.

IDBI-SPUR aims to increase the number of undergraduates who can participate in research by providing stipends for summer research. To enhance the research and educational experience, IDBI-SPUR includes structured cohort activities (e.g. research training activities, mid-summer gatherings) and required participation in the fall IDBI Research Symposium. Additionally, students are encouraged to present their research at research symposia locally, such as the spring SLU Sigma Xi Research Symposium, regionally, and nationally.

All undergraduates working in IDBI Member labs are invited to participate in IDBI-SPUR cohort activities and the IDBI Research Symposium.

IDBI-SPUR has two funding opportunities for undergraduate research stipends:

1. Full-time summer research through the DeNardo IDBI-SPUR program. DeNardo Education and Research Foundation IDBI-SPUR Fellows will participate in a 10-week long research fellowship (May 28th - August 2nd) full-time for 40 hours/week. Fellows are paid a $6000 stipend and are awarded $250 to use towards research costs.

2. Part-time summer research through IDBI-SPUR. The part-time positions are for any 8 weeks during the summer (earliest start date May 20th; latest start date June 17th; latest end date August 9th) in which the Fellows work between 10 and 20 hours per week and get paid $15/hour.

About the Fellowships

• Research Period Timeline

o The DeNardo IDBI-SPUR (full-time) will cover a ten-week research period: May 28, 2024 – August 2, 2024

o The IDBI-SPUR (part-time) will cover an eight-week research period that fits best for the Fellow and Faculty Mentor and falls between May 20, 2024 and August 9, 2024

• Description

o The major educational experience for the Fellows will be through the time they spend doing research in the laboratories of IDBI senior members. Faculty mentors will be responsible for supervision of fellows in their laboratory. Although students will be trained in techniques specific to each research project, all students will participate in an authentic research experience that will involve them in designing and carrying out experiments, interpreting results, asking questions, developing hypotheses, and seeking answers.

• Expectations

o Fellows will need to commit fully to the research project and research period timeline

o Fellows are expected to participate in at least two IDBI-SPUR events during the summer: IDBI-SPUR Ice Cream Social (May 29, 2024), IDBI-SPUR Picnic Lunch (June 28, 2024), and IDBI-SPUR Research Blitz Party (July 29, 2024).

o Fellows will be required to present their research at the Annual IDBI Research Symposium in early fall (September 6, 2024). The Fellows can choose to present their research orally or as a poster presentation at the symposium.

o Fellows will be invited to continue to perform research in the mentor’s lab over the academic year, earning academic credit.

o Fellows will be encouraged to attend and present their work at the Sigma Xi research symposium at SLU in the spring and at a national conference in the expertise of their faculty mentor, especially if they choose to continue their research experience beyond the summer.

• Benefits for the Fellows (What can be obtained other than $$)

o To develop experience in research design, scientific methods, and scientific communication: It likely goes without saying that the Fellows will gain hands-on experience conducting original research which supports their understanding of how to design experiments, how to perform different methods and techniques, how to analyze and interpret results, and how to communicate effectively to share their research with others.

o To develop lasting mentoring relationships: Although this is a summer research program, we imagine that the Fellow and faculty mentor will continue their student-mentor relationship during the academic year and beyond.

o To foster lab group community: Many of the IDBI research labs are composed of many different types of researchers in addition to the faculty mentor, such as other undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, lab assistants, and/or lab managers. As such, participation in research can help the Fellows find a niche on campus creating a sense of community to research lab groups.

o To change perspective on failure and ignorance: Many Fellows start out in a research lab thinking that they know very little and think that when experiments fail, it is due to their fault or mistake. Working in a lab helps the Fellow start to think like a researcher and appreciate that not knowing everything and failed experiments are not personal shortcomings but instead opportunities to ask new questions, reframe problems, and to try new approaches.

o To explore career and graduate education options: Undergraduate research develops transferable skills with broad application, including critical thinking, problem solving, communication, collaboration, and independence. Fellows can use these skills in their future careers and education as they decide what their next steps are after graduation.

• Eligibility

o Enrolled full-time at Saint Louis University as an undergraduate and will still be enrolled full-time at Saint Louis University as an undergraduate in AY 2024/2025

o Interested in research with a focus on drug and biotherapeutic discovery for cancer, infectious diseases, metabolic disorders, or other medical conditions.

• Application Requirements

For All Applicants:

• Completed application form (see below)

• An up-to-date resume or CV

• A cover letter containing a statement of purpose indicating how the DeNardo IDBI-SPUR (full-time) or the IDBI-SPUR (part-time) Fellowship will help you achieve your goals

For DeNardo IDBI-SPUR Applicants:

• A copy of your transcript (unofficial is fine)

• One letter of recommendation from a science instructor (sent directly from recommender to blythe.janowiakmulligan@slu.edu with subject line: “LOR for DeNardo IDBI-SPUR”)

How IDBI-SPUR Fellows are Selected

Applications will be reviewed by a 3-member committee led by Dr. Blythe Janowiak and include members of the SLU-IDBI Leadership Team and reviewers recruited from the senior members of IDBI. Criteria for selection will include, in no particular order, the strength of statement of purpose, evidence of teamwork & communication skills, and the match to a faculty mentor. Final determinations will be made in consultation with faculty mentors.

How DeNardo IDBI-SPUR Fellows are Selected

Applications will be reviewed by a 5-member committee led by Dr. Blythe Janowiak and include members of the SLU-IDBI Leadership Team and reviewers recruited from the senior members of IDBI. Criteria for selection will include, in no particular order, the applicant’s academic record, strength of statement of purpose, strength of letter of recommendation, and evidence of teamwork & communication skills. Final determinations will be made in consultation with faculty mentors. No more than one DeNardo IDBI-SPUR Fellow will be assigned per faculty mentor.

Please consider applying to this Post-Baccalaureate Research Program to Broaden the Diversity of Neuroscientists Pursuing a Doctoral Degree

https://med.umn.edu/neuroscience/diversity-inclusion/training-career-research

Mission: The mission of the MINDS program is to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of neuroscience at an early career stage. One point of attrition for individuals from marginalized and disadvantaged backgrounds is immediately after college graduation. Graduate school entry has become increasingly competitive and graduate school admissions committees require significant research experience. We believe this emphasis leads to a substantial roadblock for some individuals who have not had opportunities to gain substantial research experience. The goal of the MINDS program is to provide financial support for college graduates to conduct two years of research in a neuroscience laboratory at the University of Minnesota before pursuing a Ph.D. in neuroscience.

This laboratory research experience encourages intellectual as well as technical growth; helps build confidence in laboratory settings; and provides opportunities to obtain “deliverables” in the form of poster presentations and publications. In addition to the technical research skills, the MINDS program also provides individualized mentorship and professional skill development that will aid Scholars in becoming future leaders in the field. We aim to help individuals from marginalized and disadvantaged backgrounds submit competitive applications to neuroscience Ph.D. programs, by increasing access to meaningful laboratory research experiences and developing skills necessary to thrive in graduate school and beyond. We expect that MIND Scholars would be competitive for the Graduate Program in Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota, as well as other neuroscience graduate programs across the country.

Who is Eligible: MINDS is a post-baccalaureate research program for individuals who have obtained a B.A., B.S., or equivalent baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. We are particularly interested in applicants from institutions that do not provide extensive opportunities for biomedical research experience and/or specifically support students who are underrepresented in medicine and science. Aligned with NIH definitions this includes individuals who may have experience economic, educational or social disadvantage. Individuals attending Historically Black Colleges/Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Institutions, and any institutions that do not have doctoral degree programs in neuroscience-related biomedical sciences are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be completing their final year of undergraduate study, or have received their undergraduate degree within the past three years.  We are focused on recruiting individuals from diverse backgrounds, including groups that are underrepresented in the U.S. biomedical workforce. This includes, but is not limited to: membership in any protected group (e.g. people living with disabilities, veterans), members of historically excluded groups (e.g. Black people or African-Americans; Hispanic or Latinx people; American Indian or Alaskan Native people; Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islander people), those with economic and/or educational disadvantage such as  first generation college graduates; and recipients of federal funding (either Pell grant or McNair Scholarship). Applicants must intend to pursue a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in neuroscience; we are particularly interested in applicants interested in conducting research on the neuroscience of substance use disorders. Applicants are not required to be US citizens. International students are eligible to apply, as long as they reside in the United States at time of application. MINDS cannot sponsor visas, but can support STEM OPT exceptions for Scholars that join the program.

Competitive Applicants: To make your application to the MINDS program more competitive, your submitted materials should include information about your prior research experience(s) and/or barriers that have prevented you from obtaining research experience. If your past research experience is limited, please describe your research interests for the future. We want to know how you would benefit from the research and professional opportunities available through the MINDS program. We will select candidates who have a passion for conducting research, curiosity about neuroscience, and desire to be part of a community of like-minded peers. We want to know about your potential to successfully transition into a Ph.D. program, as well as your commitment to advancing marginalized researchers in neuroscience and your desire to serve your community through your future career.

Program Features:

Compensation & Benefits: The MINDS program hires each Scholar as a full-time employee (40 hours/week), with an annual salary of $35,000. Scholars receive a standard employee benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance. Upon joining MINDS for their first year, each Scholar receives a $1500 payment for relocation expenses. During their second year in the program, each Scholar receives $1500 in career development funds that can be used for graduate school application fees, travel to scientific conferences, or other professional expenses.

Research: MIND Scholars will spend the majority of their time (85%) conducting primary research in the neuroscience laboratory of a faculty mentor at the University of Minnesota. Potential faculty mentors are listed here, and include many faculty studying the neuroscience of substance use disorders. Applicants are asked to identify at least three potential faculty mentors conducting research of interest. After joining the MINDS program, Scholars spend their first month conducting short research rotations in the labs of two potential faculty mentors, before finalizing their selection of a faculty mentor. Upon joining a research lab, each Scholar will gradually develop ownership over a specific project or set of experiments, beginning with technical training and transitioning to hands-on data collection and analysis. Note that the Scholar’s project can be a part of a larger ongoing research project, or a new research direction. Each Scholar will receive training, supervision, and guidance from their faculty mentor as well as other members of their research laboratory. At the end of each year in the program, Scholars are required to present their research in poster format at an annual symposium for post-baccalaureate neuroscience researchers at the University of Minnesota. In addition, MINDS provides the opportunity for all Scholars to attend the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists (ABRCMS) annually, and requires a poster presentation at ABRCMS during the second year in the program.

Career, Personal, and Professional Development: Scholars spend the remaining 15% of their time participating in MINDS-related programming and graduate school preparation. The MINDS program holds weekly meetings that include all Scholars and program leadership. In these sessions, Scholars receive guidance in selecting graduate programs of interest, crafting graduate school and fellowship application components (CV/statements), preparing for interviews, identifying mentors, preparing scientific poster presentations, and making the most of scientific conferences. We also have sessions focused on bridging our personal and professional identities so our Scholars are empowered to bring their whole selves to research and academic spaces. Additionally, the MINDS meeting schedule includes a monthly journal club, as well as opportunities to gain experience with oral presentation of research results via data blitzes. Furthermore, to foster their leadership skills and take an active role in shaping our program, each Scholar joins one or more program committees that help guide and direct MINDS activities: Social Committee, Community Engagement Committee, and Professional Development Committee. Finally, in addition to individual monthly mentorship meetings with a program director, each Scholar is paired with a “near-peer” mentor who is a current neuroscience PhD student with recent experience successfully navigating the graduate school application process. Each of these aspects of the program have been carefully crafted to optimally prepare the Scholars to thrive in graduate school and their future careers.

Program Events and Expectations:  All Scholars are expected to attend and actively participate in a number of program activities, designed to enhance preparation for graduate study and develop a community with their cohort:

• Annual Welcome Gathering

• Weekly Meetings of the MINDS

• Monthly Group Lunches with Near-Peer Mentors

• Monthly Social Activities

• Monthly MINDS Committee Meetings

• Annual ABRCMS Conference

• Annual Post-Baccalaureate Poster Symposium 

• Submission of an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Application (in Year 2)

• Submission of Applications to Neuroscience Ph.D. Programs (in Year 2)

2024 NIDA Summer Research Internship Program

Application Deadline: February 2, 2024

The NIDA Summer Research Internship Program supports all students with a focus on increasing underrepresented populations in drug abuse research. Through this program, undergraduates aged 18 and older are introduced to the field of substance use and addiction research by participating in research internships with NIDA's distinguished scientists at universities across the United States. Students work with leading scientists for eight weeks during the summer. The internship may include laboratory experiments, data collection, data analysis, formal courses, participation in lab meetings, patient interviews, manuscript preparation, and literature reviews. In addition, it is expected that each intern will deliver a formal presentation on their research project at the end of the internship.

Eligibility:

·         This NIDA Summer Research Internship Program is designed for undergraduate students to experience substance use and addiction research in the biomedical, behavioral, clinical, and social sciences. Applicants must be at least 18 years old on or before May 31, 2024, and must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States.

·         Graduating 2024 college seniors are eligible to apply.

·         Students must be committed to working for 8 consecutive weeks during the summer (some schedule flexibilities may be allowed).

·         Individuals who have already participated in the NIDA Summer Research Internship Program are no longer eligible to apply.

·         NIDA highly encourages those from diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups, to apply for this summer research experience (see NIH’s Interest in Diversity). 

Scope of Support:

·         Interns will receive a wage of $15.00 per hour for a maximum of $4,800 for eight (8) weeks.

·         Internship experiences are in-person.

·         Interns may receive a housing reimbursement for up to $2,500 (upon sending NIDA proper documentation of these expenses) if they are required to travel to a different state for their internship. After accepting an internship position, the intern will be required to cover any additional costs for housing and other expenses accrued including but not limited to utilities, cable, Wi-Fi, and meals. NIDA understands that some locations have a higher cost of living and additional housing support will be considered with proper documentation on a case-by-case basis.

·         Interns may also receive a travel reimbursement for up to $500 for travel to and from the internship site, including but not limited to bus, train, metro, airplane, uber, taxi, and parking.

How to Apply

·         Students must complete an online application. Additional details about the Internship Program and research sites can be found online.

When to Apply

·         All application components, including the two letters of recommendation must be submitted online by February 2, 2024, with no exceptions.

For more information about the NIDA Summer Research Internship Program, contact:

Julie Huffman                                Aria Crump, ScD

Office:  301-443-9798                       Deputy Director, ORTDD

Julie.huffman@nih.gov                     Director, ODHD

                                                            Aria.Crump@nih.gov

We are now accepting applications for the 2024 NIH-sponsored Diversity in Addiction Research Training (DART) Summer Research Fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). We would greatly appreciate if you could share the information below with any of your students who may be interested in applying.

This 10-week research training opportunity is open to medical, graduate, and undergraduate students. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. DART trainees are matched with a research faculty mentor who will guide them on a research project. Students present at the Annual DART Summer Research Day at the end of the summer program. 

There is an in-person full-time option as well as a virtual part-time option for participating in the program. Trainees receive a stipend for participating. 

DART trainees benefit from: 

·         Mentorship from experts in addiction research

·         Experience in various types of research, including clinical trials, basic science studies, neuroimaging, brain stimulation, pharmacotherapy, co-occurring psychiatric conditions

·         Training though didactic seminar series, the DART Journal Club, and professional development panels

·         Working with faculty and near peer mentors, with opportunities to later serve as a near peer mentor

·         Professional networking in research and the field of addiction 

The deadline to apply is February 1, 2024. 

For more information, visit our website. 

To apply for the virtual program please click HERE.

To apply for the in-person program please click HERE.

For questions, contact Ms. Hailey Britt, DART Program Coordinator.

The DART Team

The Diversity in Addiction Research Training (DART) Program at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is directed by Dr. Sudie Back & Dr. Kathleen Brady and co-directed by Dr. Sarah Book, Dr. Kelly Barth, & Dr. Colleen Halliday. Hailey Britt is the Program Coordinator and Amanda De La Cruz is the Program Assistant. 

Visit our website

DART@musc.edu 

Would you be willing to send out one last email blast regarding our 2024 application? Thanks for your time and we wish you the best in 2024! https://endure.wustl.edu/apply/ 

The Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL) ENDURE summer research program prepares undergraduates from diverse backgrounds for neuroscience PhD programs. Accepted students are funded for up to two years. The program combines independent research, a rigorous academic and professional development curriculum and an empowering support system so participants thrive on their path to graduate school and beyond.

Benefits include a $7000 stipend per summer, travel to and from the program, housing, eligibility for academic year research stipend ($2000 per semester for up to two academic years) and funds to attend up to two scientific conferences annually. Applications are due by Feb. 2, 2024. Details about eligibility and the program are available online (endure.wustl.edu) or by contacting endure@wustl.edu .

LIBR Accelerated Summer Research (LASR) Internship

The LASR Internship Program is open to current undergraduates or recently graduated students residing in the US who have not yet started a graduate program and are interested in pursuing careers related to mental health research. The program provides an opportunity to spend a summer working in an environment devoted exclusively to research. Interns work eight weeks between June and July with a variety of research participants, scientists, and research professionals. This position is a full time (40-hour/week) paid position. All interns will complete a collaborative research project culminating in a poster presentation at the end of the program. Experiences also include professional development and training related to graduate school applications and conducting research.

Applicants who are underrepresented members of the US population or underrepresented within biomedical, clinical, behavioral and social sciences, and other STEM research fields as defined by the National Institutes of Health (https://diversity.nih.gov/about-us/population-underrepresented ) are encouraged to apply.

The LASR Internship Program is highly competitive, there are 3 openings per summer. The application deadline is April 1st 2024 and applications are open for submission starting January 2024. Applicants will be notified on acceptance status in late April or early May.

Application materials should include (incomplete applications will not be reviewed):

1. A curriculum vitae (CV).

2. A cover letter explaining your interest in mental health research, career goals, and which LIBR Principal or Associate Investigator whose mentorship would most closely align with your interests (see LIBR website: https://www.laureateinstitute.org/ ; go to People -> Investigators for list of Principal and Associate Investigators and their research bios). Mention of more than one prospective mentor is also acceptable.

3. One letter of recommendation.

Application materials should be sent via email to Dr. Ricardo Wilhelm: rwilhelm@laureateinstitute.org  with the subject line LASR internship application.

In addition to their own research project (i.e., analyzing a dataset, creating poster to convey findings, presenting data/findings, and possibly drafting as paper for publication), interns will have the opportunity to be involved in some of the following research-related activities:

• Monitor behavioral and neuroimaging testing sessions

• Assist participants with self-report surveys and questionnaires

• Assist with other data collection activities (e.g., calling/texting appointment reminders, recruiting/outreach, scheduling re-assessments/follow-ups)

• Attend LIBR educational opportunities (Visiting Scientist/Research talks)

• Shadow in other research labs, assessment team, MRI facility, etc.

The 2024 internship program is expected to run from May 27 through July 26. Given the limited time of the internship and accelerated nature of the program, absences should be kept to a minimum. Candidates with extended vacation plans over the summer should not apply. Candidates who are selected are expected to have their CITI training and paperwork associated with being a Saint Francis Health System employee completed prior to starting at LIBR. The onboarding process includes a background check and drug screening.

It is the responsibility of the intern to secure housing in Tulsa for the duration of the internship.

For additional questions about this internship, please email Dr. Wilhelm.

Michigan Health Sciences Summer Institute 

SUMMER 2024 PROGRAM APPLICATIONS

The Michigan Health Sciences Summer Institute (MHSSI) is comprised of three academies that expose learners to careers in the health sciences, foster leadership development, enhance academic skills, and prepare them for admission to medical school. Our goal is to encourage personal and professional growth in students throughout the academic pipeline, from high school through college.

Career Development Academy

Are you a premed student? Do you know a premed student?

Apply to study for the MCAT and prepare for your medical school applications! Housing, meals, and a stipend of $4000 are provided! Both undergraduate and recent college graduates are welcome to apply.  

Undergraduate Research Academy 

Interested in a summer research opportunity as an undergraduate student or recent college grad? Spend 10-weeks in the summer immersed in a research program where you will engage in professional development opportunities, strengthen your research skills, present at an end of summer research symposium, and prepare for your medical school applications!  

Summer Pre-College Exposure Academy

Know a highly motivated high school student interested in the health sciences? Students will enroll in an SAT Prep course, strengthen professional development and leadership skills, engage in interactive workshops, gain exposure to the University of Michigan and Michigan Medicine, and more! 

CDA Program Information

This program is open to all students with an interest in medicine and health equity. Students from underrepresented groups in medicine, rural communities, and/or socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

• Program Dates: Tuesday, May 28, 2024 to Saturday, August 3, 2024

• Application Deadline: Friday, February 9, 2024 at 11:59 PM 

• Application Link: https://umhs.smapply.io/

See our Frequently Asked Questions Google Doc.

This is to announce a paid summer research opportunity for undergraduate students, at the University of Cincinnati's Department of Biological Sciences - the National Science Foundation-sponsored Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site in Sensory Ecology. Our program is focused on research at the intersection of neurobiology, behavior, ecology and evolution, and is directed at understanding how animals use their senses to respond to their environment at functional and evolutionary levels. Sophomore and junior Biology major students will be chosen to join active lab groups for the summer and conduct cutting edge research over a broad spectrum of topics in sensory ecology, including:

• Genomics and development of sensory systems 

• Neural mechanisms of sensory system function 

• Sensory perception and behavioral influences of the physical environment  

• Neuroethology 

• Animal communication  

• Behavioral ecology of animal movement and dispersal 
  
  An educational program will develop student research and professional skills and prepare them for graduate school or careers, and for communicating science to the public.  

• ~10 weeks in summer (May 29 - Aug 2, 2024) 

• Students will receive a summer stipend plus dorm and meal expenses  

• Students will work in labs, interact w/ faculty mentors, post-docs and grad students 

• Weekly group seminars and meetings for students (e.g., career development, responsible research conduct, science communication training) 

• Social events for students (e.g., trips to Cincinnati Zoo, Reds baseball)

• Concluding student research “mini-symposium” presentation session  

Student applicants will be selected based on multiple criteria. Applications for the REU program will be screened by a committee to select individuals whose interests match with faculty in the program. Emphasis will be placed on faculty recommendations and student statements, along with academic performance and other indicators of future research success.

The application review will begin February 1, 2024 and will close February 17. Students can apply online at: https://www.uc-bio-reu.com/

We hope you will encourage your students to visit our website and consider applying. 

Thank you.

Stephanie Rollmann, PhD (stephanie.rollmann@uc.edu) and John Layne, PhD (john.layne@uc.edu)

Call for Undergraduate Research Assistants

The Aphasia Rehabilitation Research Lab is looking for research assistants who are available for 5-10 hours a week for the Spring semester. We have multiple research opportunities, including analyzing at-home conversational recordings of people with aphasia and completing a literature review of the use of EEG/ERPs to measure brain related changes due to a stroke. 

The EEG lab is being built, where you may have the opportunity to run subjects and analyze ERP data. The lab is also creating a treatment study that integrates the rehabilitation of language and cognition for people with aphasia.

Tasks that you may to expect to assist with include:

-Recruiting participants

-Transcribing and coding at home conversational recordings

-Literature reviews

-Data collection preparation

-Data collection, including running subjects in the EEG lab

RAs involvement will either be for credit (2-3 cr) or on a volunteer basis. RAs will be expected to put in no less than 5 hours and up to 10 hours of lab work per week. RAs will also be expected to attend lab meetings twice per month.

This opportunity will benefit you in many ways, including:

1. Add to your resume and make you a competitive candidate for graduate school.

2. Give you a deep dive into current practices for those with strokes & traumatic brain injuries.

3. Experience the world of research.

4. Assist in research aimed at increasing the effectiveness of treatment for those with aphasia.

If interested in applying for a position, please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/2f4EPFQuDiXjaXyA9

If you would like to request more information about the opportunity, contact Amanda Wadams, Ph.D., CCC-SLP at Amanda.wadams@health.slu.edu.

The University of Missouri has an exciting opportunity for undergraduates interested in summer research experiences. Undergraduate students are invited to apply for an internship with our program: MU Alcohol Research Training Summer School (MU-ARTSS). MU-ARTSS provides an intensive week-long introduction to alcohol research, coupled with an 8-week paid internship ($4,800 stipend plus room and board) for each student to be mentored by alcohol researchers in the Department of Psychological Sciences and Department of Psychiatry. The program aims to increase the pipeline of scientists among minority and nonminority undergraduates who are interested in pursuing careers in alcohol research and is supported by an institutional training grant through the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA).

The week-long program of structured learning experiences will be conducted at the University of Missouri in Columbia from May 31-June 6, 2024. At the conclusion of the course, MU-ARTSS students will be placed in internships from June 7-July 26, 2024 in the laboratories of researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Depending upon students' interests, students will be placed in laboratories that focus on one or more of the following areas: (1) human genetics, (2) behavioral pharmacology, (3) psychiatric epidemiology, (4) neuroimaging, and (4) statistical modeling. In these internships, students will work alongside other interns, graduate students, postdocs and faculty members to gain experience in contemporary alcohol research that will provide valuable experiences in preparation for graduate study.

The program seeks applicants who demonstrate a strong interest in science and medicine. Applicants ideally must have completed 2 years of undergraduate work (exceptions may be made), with a B average or better in all coursework. It is desirable for students to have completed at least 2 courses (3 semester credit equivalents) in each of the following areas: a) behavioral or social sciences, b) biological sciences, and c) physical sciences/mathematics. Acceptance into MU-ARTSS will be made on the basis of academic performance, overall breadth and depth of academic coursework to date, and recommendations. Seven students will be selected to participate. Individuals who have earned a baccalaureate degree are not eligible to apply. Application deadline is Feb. 12, 2024.

Attached is the MU-ARTSS program flyer. The internship is also posted on Handshake. For more information contact Carol Waudby, MU-ARTSS coordinator, MUARTSS@missouri.edu, 573-882-1682 or visit the MU-ARTSS website: https://psychology.missouri.edu/research/mu-artss

Our Summer Research Program is open to students who seek challenge, research and experience in one of three tracks. During this eight-week program, students work with a mentor, engage in research, attend workshops and seminars led by experts, and gain the opportunity to grow academically in a diverse environment.

Public & Global Health Track

Students enrolled in this track gain knowledge, conduct real-world practice and research, receive career counseling, and build a network of colleagues by collaborating with public health, global health and pediatric faculty, St. Louis community professionals, and each other.

Aging & Neurological Diseases Track

In this track offered by the Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging, students learn about three neurological conditions and diseases that often interplay with the aging process — stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia.

Cardiovascular Disease & Hematology Track (RADIANCE)

Students in our new Summer Research Diversity Program in Cardiovascular Disease & Hematology (RADIANCE) track learn about the broad scope of heart and blood disorders and their interdisciplinary and multidimensional impact.

https://publichealth.wustl.edu/programs/summer/

The Amgen Scholars Program at Washington University in St. Louis is a 10-week intensive summer laboratory experience in biomedical research for undergraduate students. Scholars work with a mentoring team made up of world-renowned faculty, staff, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows. Scholars take lead on an intriguing research project in a faculty member’s laboratory and work directly with an in-lab mentor, a postdoctoral scholar, and/or a graduate student. This creates an environment for scholars to become fully immersed in the research culture of the biosciences and the process of scientific discovery. The Amgen Scholars Program is administered by the Roy and Diana Vagelos Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences (DBBS), which also oversees PhD education and training in the biological sciences.

In complement to the research experience, Amgen Scholars participate in lab meetings, journal clubs, scientific and professional development seminars and workshops, individual advisement, and community building activities. The program prepares scholars for applying to top-tier graduate and professional schools and fosters an understanding of the excitement and trajectory of a career in research. The program’s offerings include: scientific seminars and workshops, specialized journal clubs on topics in the biosciences, preparation materials for the GRE or MCAT, career and graduate pathway exploration, social outings, and coursework covering the science and business of biotechnology as well as interdisciplinary competencies for bioscience trainees. Scholars will also have the opportunity to attend various elective social outings that allow for exploration and engagement with the greater St. Louis area and community. The program concludes with a poster competition where scholars present on their summer projects.

Undergraduate students from across the United States who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents are encouraged to apply. Prior research experience is not necessary. The selection process focuses on each applicant’s demonstrated curiosity and aptitude in math and science, strong recommendation letters, and interest in either PhD or MD/PhD training in preparation for a career in research in the biosciences. Participants receive generous stipends with housing, as well as paid travel expenses to and from St. Louis and to and from the Amgen Scholars U.S. Symposium. Scholars also receive free public transportation passes for use within the St. Louis area. The Amgen Scholars Program at Washington University in Saint Louis is committed to empowering and developing the next generation of leaders in the biosciences.

https://dbbs.wustl.edu/admissions/summer-undergraduate-research-programs/?_ga=2.63152431.1647238394.1695649878-1016291897.1695420075

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My name is Julie and I am emailing on behalf of MedServe, a 2-year service-learning fellowship for recent graduates interested in health careers, especially pre-med and pre-PA students. Some of our staff have had the pleasure of working with SLU students in the past.

We are currently recruiting our 9th class of Fellows and we would appreciate your help sharing our program with your students. MedServe places future physicians in “rock star” primary care clinics across rural and other medically underserved communities in North Carolina. As Fellows, students work in both a clinical role (e.g. as a medical assistant) and community role (e.g. as a health coach).  We currently have 71 Fellows serving across the state. Find more details on our website: www.med-serve.org 

Our Early Bird application opened September 11th, 2023 on our website..

1) Would you be willing to share information about the program on any relevant internal listserv(s) and add MedServe to your list of gap-year opportunities?

2) MedServe would love to host an info session with any student groups that might be interested in the fellowship!

A team member can also be available to chat further about the program if you have any questions. Thanks very much for your consideration. 

COMING IN SUMMER 2024

Paid Opportunities for Summer Research Training at Rice University:

REU Site: Translating Research in Psychological Sciences to the Real World

·         In the summer of 2024, Rice University will host a research program for undergraduates that is sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF). For details, see the REU website: https://pd28.blogs.rice.edu/  Application deadline is January 8, 2024

·         Undergraduates will work closely with a faculty member at Rice University on behavioral research that has clear applications to real-world problems. Examples of topics include: aging, cybersecurity, driving, education and training, election integrity, emotional regulation in caregivers, employee resilience, future of work, health care and patient safety, health psychology, hiring decisions, human-AI collaboration, human-computer interaction, memory in people with and without illness, leadership, multisensory integration in collision avoidance, physiological impacts of spousal bereavement, teamwork, usability, and workplace discrimination.

·         The goal of the summer training program is for students to develop advanced research skills and become more competitive for graduate school. Skills include conducting literature reviews, understanding and critiquing scientific articles, designing research studies, collecting and analyzing data, interpreting results in terms of real-world applications, conducting research responsibly, working collaboratively, and communicating results.

·         Students will conduct research full time for eight weeks at Rice University. Other anticipated activities include training seminars, invited speakers working in research professions, career guidance, and student presentations. Costs that are covered by the NSF grant include student lodging, meals and travel. In addition, students will receive a stipend ($4800 for 8 weeks).

·         There is a voluntary research component to the training program that aims to evaluate whether the program was successful. This research has been approved by the Institutional Review Board of Rice University. The research is independent of the training program and it will be the student’s choice to participate in the research.

·         The REU program targets undergraduates with interests or majors in psychological and social sciences, neuroscience, behavioral health science, engineering, computer science, math, kinesiology, and biomechanics. All students interested in research and who plan to go to graduate school are encouraged to apply. Females, underrepresented minorities, first- generation college students, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

·         Candidates must have junior or senior standing when the REU Site starts (final year for applicants from two-year colleges), be in good academic standing, and have a GPA of at least 3.3. Undergraduate student participants in the REU Site must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States. For more details on eligibility, see REU website.

·         Students must be willing to maintain a serious and ongoing commitment to their research project during the summer training period, and have a passion for learning.

·         Applicants will be provided with a description of the program and available projects, and will be asked to provide a transcript, resume, description of research interests, career objectives, motivation for applying to the REU program, and two letters of recommendation.

·         For questions, interested students should visit http://pd28.blogs.rice.edu  or contact the Principal Investigator, Dr. Patricia R. DeLucia, RiceREU@rice.edu 

Opportunity

The goal of the Simons Foundation Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURFiN) Program is to spark and sustain interest in neuroscience among undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds underrepresented in neuroscience research. SURFiN provides funds and programming for undergraduate research assistants (fellows) to work in-person in Simons Foundation-supported neuroscience laboratories under the mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers (mentors) during the 2023-2024 academic year.

The Simons Foundation is invested in supporting the next generation of researchers and provides this program in recognition that diversity improves scientific innovation and collaboration. Through programs like SURFiN, the Simons Foundation and our scientific community aims to expand access to research experiences, support early career scientists in advancing in their careers, and work to create a more inclusive research training environment.

This request for applications (RFA) is aimed at undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds underrepresented in neuroscience research who are interested in gaining in-person laboratory experience.

Undergraduate students accepted into SURFiN can expect to:

Complete an in-person, paid undergraduate research assistantship located at one of the U.S. or international laboratory sites offered for the 2023-2024 academic year (September 2023 through May 2024). Undergraduate students must live within a reasonable commute of an available lab opportunity and engage in regular in-person lab activity.

Work with the guidance of a graduate student or postdoctoral researcher mentor.

Participate in both virtual and in-person professional development and community-building activities, including a computational sciences boot camp as it relates to lab placement or interest.

Connect with the SURFiN scientific community and Simons Foundation.

Travel to and present at the Simons Foundation in New York City in Spring 2024 for an undergraduate research symposium, with travel and lodging coordinated and covered by the Simons Foundation.

Level and Duration of Funding

Fellowships will be for the 2023–2024 academic year. Fellowships will begin in the Fall 2023 academic semester and continue through the Spring 2024 academic semester.

Fellows will receive the following financial support throughout their academic year fellowship, administered by the hosting principal investigator’s (PI’s) laboratory:

$7,500 salary support/stipend: These funds must be used to cover the total wages earned by the student during the academic year at a rate equivalent to $25/hour for 10 hours a week over 30 weeks.

Fringe Benefits: If eligible, the student will also receive fringe benefits.

$2,000 resource stipend: These funds are to be used to support the fellow’s work and professional development during the academic year. This may include small equipment such as a laptop computer for coding projects or fees for training courses. Any equipment purchased with these funds will be the property of the laboratory and should remain with the lab after the SURFiN fellow’s project concludes. Please note that commuting costs, renewable reagents and animal costs may not be requested through this supplement. The resource stipend may also be used toward travel costs or registration fees for the SURFiN fellow to attend conferences related to the research project.

After the academic year program, PIs, mentors and fellows may have the opportunity to request an extension of the fellowship for fellows who remain enrolled in their undergraduate degree program through the summer and/or next academic year. Alternatively, mentors and fellows may seek other funding sources to support a fellow after the 2023–2024 academic year.

Learn more here: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/grant/simons-foundation-undergraduate-research-fellowship-neuroscience-surfin/?fbclid=IwAR0_xFLqC98kGfYtHK-X6HlDlLeQX1RknZeAPG2V8en5xxhp-498UC0_1F0 

Call for applications Multi-Institutional Summer Undergraduate Research Program to Promote Diversity and Excellence in Sleep and Circadian Research Careers (R25)

June 5-Aug 4 2023

The primary aim of this multi-institutional summer research, educational, and professional development training program is to prepare undergraduate students from underrepresented populations in the U.S. Biomedical Sciences (UBR trainees) for advanced academic training in PhD and MD/PhD programs, foster their pursuit of sleep and circadian science careers, and to promote a diverse workforce.

Supported by NIH R25 NS 125603 the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Integrative Physiology at the University of Colorado Boulder

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Applications from UBR Undergraduate candidates for Summer 2023

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with the first due date April 17 and the last due date May 1.

The application can be obtained by downloading it here: Application https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.colorado.edu/iphy/content/nih-r25-application__;!!K543PA!MChf6RXbN2DMSptZx-ria7b7Dp76w6uUYZsGLce2kVOijIcLvqPQTxXWrnSXrKJreQHlKS58W4faRRoL70Aguw$ 

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  *   Be current or recently graduated undergraduate students from underrepresented populations in the U.S. Biomedical Sciences*

  *   Have completed at least two semesters of university; students who have completed an undergraduate degree in the past year from the application due date and have not attended a PhD or MD/PhD program are eligible

  *   Have a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or above;

  *   Demonstrate interest and potential to pursue graduate study toward a PhD or MD/PhD

     *   (Note: The Multi-Institutional Summer Undergraduate Research Program is not designed for students pursuing professional training for careers in clinical medicine, clinical psychology, or the allied health professions.)

  *   Be at least 18 years old by the start date of the program.

  *   Be a U.S. citizen or non-citizen national of the United States, or must have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence

     *   (Note: Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible)

  *   Be able to devote full-time effort over the entire duration of the summer program June 5-Aug 4 2023

*We use NIH NOT-OD-20-031<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-20-031.html__;!!K543PA!MChf6RXbN2DMSptZx-ria7b7Dp76w6uUYZsGLce2kVOijIcLvqPQTxXWrnSXrKJreQHlKS58W4faRRqimQAq7Q$ > for determining UBR status as being one or more of the following:

  *    Racial/ethnic minority

     *   Blacks or African Americans

     *   Hispanics or Latinos

     *   American Indians or Alaska Natives

     *   Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders

  *   Individual with a disability

     *   physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities

  *   Individual from a disadvantaged background based on two or more of the required criteria (e.g., first generation college student, grew up in a qualifying U.S. rural area)

Trainees will be exposed to intensive laboratory experiences, career counseling and professional development activities to provide a strong foundation for pursuing an academic career. The program will emphasize application of sleep and circadian science principles to problems of basic and clinical importance to the NIH (e.g., neurological disorders).

What does the summer research program offer?

  *   Summer stipend

  *   Housing allowance

  *   Travel costs from host institution to Colorado Sleep and Circadian Summer School<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.colorado.edu/iphy/research/sleep-and-chronobiology/t32-training-grant/summer-school__;!!K543PA!MChf6RXbN2DMSptZx-ria7b7Dp76w6uUYZsGLce2kVOijIcLvqPQTxXWrnSXrKJreQHlKS58W4faRRo-nSTIsQ$ > and housing allowance at the summer school

  *   Host institution provided travel support from trainees home to the institution

  *   Free student memberships from the Society for Research on Biological Rhythms and the Sleep Research Society

Program Calendar

  *   June 5 - July 29

     *   Summer research experience at host institutions

  *   July 30-Aug 4

     *   Summer school at the University of Colorado Boulder

The Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience of Aging Lab is seeking undergraduate research assistant(s)

to join spring 2023, and continue the following academic year(s). 

Our lab investigates a variety of research questions related to cognitive and emotional processing in older and younger adults. Lab members gain experience with many aspects of human research and also have opportunities for research presentations, which could serve as strong preparation for graduate studies. We require commitment of at least 6 hours (preferably 8 hours) per week in-person during the academic year, during normal weekday work hours (M-F, 8am-5:30pm). Due to the extensive lab training required, we are seeking individuals who are able to commit to being part of our lab for at least a year, as mutually agreeable. Our lab values contributions and perspectives of individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds. Individuals from groups historically underrepresented in research fields are especially encouraged and welcome to apply.

The Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience of Aging Lab is seeking undergraduate research assistant(s) to join spring 2023, and continue the following academic year(s). Our lab investigates a variety of research questions related to cognitive and emotional processing in older and younger adults. After introduction to lab procedures and protocols, the primary responsibilities of the research assistant (RA) will be 1) participant recruitment and screening, and 2) conducting in-person research testing with older adults (age 60+) and younger adults using computer tasks and standardized paper + pencil measures of cognitive functioning, and 3) in-person EEG data collection and processing. We seek someone with the flexibility and interest to help with other ongoing research projects and general lab management activities as well. Lab members gain experience with many aspects of research and also have opportunities for research presentations, which could serve as strong preparation for graduate studies.

We require commitment of at least 6 hours (ideally 8 hours) per week in-person during the academic year, during normal weekday work hours (M-F, 8am-5:30pm). You may earn up to 3 course credits per semester (as needed) for your contributions. Due to the extensive lab training required, we are seeking individuals who are able to commit to being part of our lab for at least a year, as mutually agreeable.

This is an excellent opportunity for students seeking further lab research experience. Necessary research training will be provided, although previous neuroscience or psychology research experience, and coursework in psychology research methods, cognitive psychology, statistics, and neuroscience is especially valued. Knowledge and/or interest in learning to use experiment and statistics software are also highly desirable (e.g., R, python, Matlab). Important qualities for a research assistant are to be dependable, responsible, collaborative, have strong attention to detail, and high enthusiasm to join our research group. The strongest candidates will also have strong communication and organizational skills. Our lab values contributions and perspectives of individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds. Individuals from groups historically underrepresented in research fields are especially encouraged and welcome to apply.

For more information about the lab, please visit our website http://waringlab.weebly.com 

To apply:

Complete a web application https://slu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9AKVOdkNnC6NAHj 

You are also encouraged to email the lab director, Dr. Jill Waring jill.waring@health.slu.edu , a brief summary of your relevant prior experiences and research interests if not captured sufficiently by the fields on the web form.

Review of materials begins March 16. Please apply by then for fullest consideration.

Greetings from Indianapolis!

I’m excited to contact you about our NIH funded post-bac program. The Indiana University-Purdue University (IUPUI) Post-Baccalaureate Research Program (IPREP) prepares recent college graduates, who are students from underrepresented minority or disadvantaged populations, for admission to PhD programs in the biomedical and behavioral sciences. We are so excited for the success of our fellows, and many of them have gone on to prestigious programs at schools such as Univ. of Chicago, Oregon Health & Science Univ., Univ. of Texas Southwestern, Georgia Tech., and our own IUPUI/Indiana University School of Medicine programs. Our website (iprep.iupui.edu ) includes videos from past and current fellows describing their experience and how your students may benefit from this program.

Applicants applying to IPREP must be:

1.     United States citizens or permanent residents;

2.     Graduates of an accredited U.S. college or university who have completed an undergraduate science degree within 36 months of the program start date and cannot be currently enrolled in a graduate or professional degree program;

3.     Members of an underrepresented minority group (i.e. African-American, Native American/Alaskan Native, Hispanic, Hawaiian/Pacific Islander), an individual with a disability and/or an individual from a disadvantaged background (https://www.nigms.nih.gov/Training/Diversity/Pages/Approaches.aspx );

4.     Interested in applying to a top quality Ph.D. graduate program in Addictions Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Psychology, Human Performance and Kinesiology, Industrial & Operational Psychology, Medical Neuroscience, Basic Biomedical Sciences (Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Infectious Disease, Musculoskeletal Biology, Pharmacology, and Physiology) and other areas in Biological Behavior Sciences. 

Prepare for your Ph.D.: Earn while you learn. IPREP fellows will be provided a competitive salary of $35,568 for a twelve-month, plus health insurance and other program benefits, and travel funds to attend national scientific conferences. Fellows are also eligible to take 1 class per semester based on mentor recommendation.

We are currently accepting applications. The early decision program application is due December 15th, and the regular application cycle closes March 1st. For additional information about IPREP, contact IPREP@iupui.edu . On-line application information is available at https://iprep.iupui.edu/applyiprep/howtoapply.html . Please feel free to share this information with any other relevant parties!

Call 317-274-2877 for more info.

Link: http://iprep.iupui.edu/index.html 

Dr. Ann Kimble-Hill, Ph.D.

IUPUI PREP Coordinator

Asst. Research Professor

Dept. Biochemistry & Mol. Biology

Indiana University School of Medicine

ankimble@iu.edu

The LASR Internship Program is open to undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing careers related to mental health research. The program provides an opportunity to spend a summer working in an environment devoted exclusively to research. Interns work eight weeks between June and July with a variety of research participants, scientists and research professionals. This position is a full time (40-hour/week) paid position. All interns will complete a collaborative research project culminating in a poster presentation at the end of the program. Experiences also include professional development and trainings related to graduate school application and conducting research.

Applicants from underrepresented populations in the U.S. biomedical, clinical, behavioral and social sciences research enterprise as defined by the National Institutes of Health are strongly encouraged to apply.

https://www.laureateinstitute.org/summer-internships.html 

If you’re a highly motivated student seeking real-world biomedical research skills, it’s time to apply for the NIA Intramural Research Program’s Summer Training in Aging Research (STAR) Program. Over the program’s 30-year history, NIA scientists have mentored more than 1,350 summer interns, many of whom have gone on to have robust careers in aging research.

STAR, part of the wider NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP) in Biomedical Research, attracts a diverse cohort of applicants for eight-week, paid internships with the NIA Intramural Research Program located in Baltimore and/or the NIA and NIH Center for Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias labs and facilities in Bethesda, Maryland. STAR is open to high school, college, medical school, and graduate students.

STAR can be a great experience, whether or not you’re sure you want a career in research. Through this program, NIA researchers teach scientific and lab techniques that connect to multiple biological fields. The STAR curriculum also features scientific seminars, research poster presentation skills, and NIA staff career mentorship, including help preparing professional (medical, dental, public health, etc.) and graduate school applications. Some participants may even have the opportunity to coauthor a peer-reviewed journal article.

Last summer, 52 students participated in STAR through a hybrid program of onsite and virtual internships. The 2023 program is currently scheduled to be held in person.

More information here: https://www.nia.nih.gov/research/blog/2023/01/seeking-student-rock-stars-gain-new-skills-summer-nia?utm_source=NIA+Main&utm_campaign=ae929aed07-blog-STARSIP-23&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ffe42fdac3-ae929aed07-7501329 

This is to announce a paid summer research opportunity for undergraduate students, at the University of Cincinnati's Department of Biological Sciences - the National Science Foundation-sponsored Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site in Sensory Ecology. Our program is focused on research at the intersection of neurobiology, behavior, ecology and evolution, and is directed at understanding how animals use their senses to respond to their environment at functional and evolutionary levels. Sophomore and junior Biology major students will be chosen to join active lab groups for the summer and conduct cutting edge research over a broad spectrum of topics in sensory ecology, including:

  *   Genomics and development of sensory systems

  *   Neural mechanisms of sensory system function

  *   Sensory perception and behavioral influences of the physical environment

  *   Neuroethology

  *   Animal communication

  *   Behavioral ecology of animal movement and dispersal

An educational program will develop student research and professional skills and prepare them for graduate school or careers, and for communicating science to the public.

  *   ~10 weeks in summer (May 30 - Aug 4, 2023)

  *   Students will receive a summer stipend plus dorm and meal expenses

  *   Students will work in labs, interact w/ faculty mentors, post-docs and grad students

  *   Weekly group seminars and meetings for students (e.g., career development, responsible research conduct, science communication training)

  *   Social events for students (e.g., trips to Cincinnati Zoo, Reds baseball)

Concluding student research “mini-symposium” presentation session

Student applicants will be selected based on multiple criteria. Applications for the REU program will be screened by a committee to select individuals whose interests match with faculty in the program. Emphasis will be placed on faculty recommendations and student statements, along with academic performance and other indicators of future research success. Participants must be US Citizens, US Nationals or permanent residents.

The application review will begin February 1, 2023 and will close February 17. 

Students can apply online at: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.uc-bio-reu.com/__;!!K543PA!OYa3iJq9Obrl-RWx-7JC4InxOICkhb61ZRoPfMxyAgm465S1VqVfxHmldTEyDBKzejn3j3yJ9rDpVMvyLHmdMneUJw$  

We hope you will encourage your students to visit our website and consider applying.

 Thank you.

John Layne, PhD (john.layne@uc.edu ) and Stephanie Rollmann, PhD (stephanie.rollmann@uc.edu )

Summer Undergrad & Post-Bacc Programs in Cognitive Neuroscience : Programs (Provided by Faculty at  Boston College)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1Nn_3INaaLhdQKwWy5_2KKEurj2scn6efdb8CrC15cyk/htmlview 

Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience Research and Internship Opportunities 

https://www.funfaculty.org/undergrad_internships 

NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation. Students can use this site to search for research programs, many of them summer, and apply directly to the program of interest. REU projects involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs or in research projects specifically designed for the REU program. Students can choose to search by location or discipline (including Neuroscience). 

Undergraduate student participants in either REU Sites or REU Supplements must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States.

Students do not apply to NSF to participate in REU activities. Students apply directly to REU Sites or to NSF-funded investigators who receive REU Supplements. To identify appropriate REU Sites, students should consult the directory of active REU Sites on the Web at https://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm.

Lasted Updated: 08/31/2021

Previous Summer research Announcements (May reopen in the future so students are encouraged to check with these programs)

U. Wisconsin Psychology Research Experience Program

This NSF-funded SROP provides 10 weeks of intensive mentored research experience in a Dept. of Psychology or affiliated lab, plus a weekly data science boot camp, for URM/1st gen/low income undergraduates interested in a career in academic psychology or neuroscience or data science. It ran successfully in the summer of 2020*, and you are encouraged to encourage your best trainees to apply. The application portal will go live October 15. More detail at https://psych.wisc.edu/diversity-home/psychology-research-experience-program-prep/

https://psych.wisc.edu/nsf-reu-site-psychology-research-experience-program/ 

Contact: prep@psych.wisc.edu

Application Deadline: February 15, 2021 

Summer undergraduate research opportunity: CEMB REU call for applications

Applications for the Center for Engineering MechanoBiology (CEMB) Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program will open soon: (November 1st)!  Please encourage highly motivated sophomores and juniors pursuing undergraduate degrees in STEM (science, engineering, math, physics, and other related fields) to LEARN MORE. 

UPCOMING INFORMATION SESSIONS: October 28, November 12 and November 20.

Your assistance in disseminating the information below, as well as the attached documents, to your students would be greatly appreciated.  Additionally, feel free to share with your network.

Approximately 15 slots are available for the 2021 summer at Washington University in St. Louis and the University of Pennsylvania.

Our center has NSF funding to support a cohort of students to conduct mentored independent research projects in the field of mechanobiology during a ten-week immersive program. In addition to their laboratory research, participants will attend field trips, enjoy learning sessions that address research and professional development topics, sit in on center-wide working group meetings, and learn to present their research. Participants will be provided with a competitive stipend, housing for the summer, relocation funds, and the opportunity to request additional travel funds to present their research at a national scientific meeting.

The application window opens November 1st, 2020 for the Undergraduates Expanding Boundaries summer research program.

Sign up for Information Sessions available October 28, November 12, November 20.

Please feel free to contact Ms. Patricia Widder (WUSTL) at pwidder@seas.wustl.edu or Dr. Annie Jeong (PENN) at annjeong@seas.upenn.edu with additional questions. 

REU - Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory: The Irvine Interdisciplinary Internship in Neuroscience Program

June 21, 2021 - August 14, 2021

University of California, Irvine

Applications will open December 10, 2020 and are due by February 15, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. PST

The summer 2021 programs will take place remotely for the safety of all participants. Co-director and program manager Manuella Oliveira Yassa has extensive experience in virtual programming and is working with the CNLM's faculty and students to create a stimulating, engaging and productive summer experience for all participants. The program will continue to feature content and professional development workshops, enrichment activities and, of course, laboratory research. Students will also still be paid stipends and funds to cover meals and housing. Additionally, each student will receive a laptop to enable them to participate in the program from home.

https://cnlm.uci.edu/reu/ 

Anesthesiology Summer Research Fellowship (ASSURE)

The ASSURE fellowship at WashU School of Medicine in St. Louis provides underrepresented minority college students from the St. Louis metro area an opportunity to engage in basic, clinical, and/or translational research projects.

Application due date: FEBRUARY 15th, 2021

Application link: https://assure.wustl.edu/ 

American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Summer Research Programs

Pfizer Paid Summer Interships

Pfizer endeavors to increase summer student hiring among such students as a part of Pfizer’s commitment to equity.  I am enclosing links to the Pfizer Summer Worker Program, which includes guidelines, pre-requisites and instructions for application.  The program provides paid employment to students for the summer.  Please share these links with students and also colleagues who seek to connect students with paid research opportunities.  The links describe all of the various divisions providing Summer Worker opportunities. Please note that applications for the Pfizer Summer Worker Program close on 06 March 2020.

https://careers.pfizer.com/en/us-summer-student-worker-program 

https://host.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/jobboard.aspx?uid=pfizer.atriumstaffing 

Please note:  When encouraging African-American students/ students of African heritage to apply, please ensure that they use the link below. 

https://host.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/jobboard.aspx?uid=pfizer.atriumstaffing&src=GBC2020  

Cancer Research Opportunity Summer 2020 

We invite your best students to apply for our NIH/NCI-funded (5 R25CA023944-36) Pediatric Oncology Education (POE) Program. The program offers a unique opportunity for pre-doctoral students preparing for careers in the biomedical sciences, medicine, and pharmacy to gain biomedical and oncology research experience. The POE home page contains a link to the program application. The deadline for receipt of all 2020 application materials is February 1, 2020. Early application is highly recommended, since completed applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Aging and Neurological Disease Summer Research at Washington University

The Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging at Washington University hosts an annual summer research program focused on aging and its interplay with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The program is open to up to 10 undergraduate students, primarily from STL Metro Region universities and colleges. Students do not need to have previous research experience. In fact, one of our goals for the program is to provide you with an introduction to what it would be like to work in a research center or lab. If accepted, you will receive a stipend for your time. The application period is now open and the deadline for applications is January 10, 2020.  More information can be found on the website. Scott Lee (SLU 2020) is an alumnus of this program (Summer 2018) and offered to answer questions.

Vollum Institute’s Summer Undergraduate Research Program! 

The summer research program is geared to current undergraduates who have a strong interest in pursuing a PhD in neuroscience. Housing and travel expenses are covered and a stipend is provided.  The application is currently open and the deadline is February 1, 2020: https://www.ohsu.edu/school-of-medicine/neuroscience-graduate-program/vollum-ngp-undergraduate-summer-research-program

Undergraduate Summer Brain Research Program

The Mind Research Network (MRN), Tulane University, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) offer a collaborative tristate undergraduate summer research program in the areas of cognitive neuroscience, data modeling, genetics, and human neuroimaging. Accepted applicants complete a 10-week rotation in an affiliated laboratory doing hands-on research. 

LRDC Summer Undergraduate Research Internship Program

The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking summer undergraduate interns to promote broader participation in training in the Learning Sciences. 

Gulf Coast Research Lab Summer Field Program

Since 1947, the Summer Field Program has provided undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on field and laboratory experience from coastal-science courses focused on experiential learning.  Our courses are geared toward students in the natural/biological/marine/coastal sciences, but are open to students in any major.   

All Field Program courses are offered through the USM Division of Coastal Sciences and are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.   

The current brochure featuring our summer 2021 course offerings can be found here: https://gcrl.usm.edu/summer_field/docs/2021%20SFP%20Brochure.web.pdf

Please share this information with students who may be interested in these courses. Applications are currently being accepted for summer 2021. 

Application Deadline: April 30, 2021

NSURP is a community-driven initiative to create rewarding remote summer research opportunities for BIPOC and Latinx undergraduate students in the microbial sciences and computational immunology. 

Registration is from March 14th to April 15th. The NSURP program will run from June 13th – August 12th. We are now including Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology (and everything in-between). Mentors can sign up here and mentees can sign up here. While this is a remote program, due to NSF parity rules, we can offer housing and food assistance. We can also provide computers to those who need them. We are committed to meeting students where they are and helping them become a scientist! This program is built to support those who are underrepresented in STEM and currently enrolled at a US college or university.

https://nsurp.org/ 

nsurp.org - National Summer Undergraduate Research Project

NSURP 2022 is a Go! Registration is from March 14th to April 15th. The NSURP program will run from June 13th – August 12th. We are now including Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology (and everything in-between). Mentors can sign up here and mentees can sign up here. While this is a remote program, due to NSF parity rules, we…

nsurp.org

The DeNardo Neuroscience Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (NeuroSURF) program is a 10-week summer undergraduate research program designed for Saint Louis University students interested in cutting-edge research in many disciplines of neuroscience. Three students will have the opportunity to participate in an authentic research experience. Two collegial cohort meetings will be included to allow students and mentors to share experiences and challenges of neuroscience research. The experience will conclude with a capstone presentation event through the Henry and Amelia Nasrallah Center for Neuroscience.

Dates of the program: May 31, 2022 - August 5, 2022

Benefits

·         Hands-on research in neuroscience under the mentorship of SLU faculty from across the campus.

·         $6000 stipend

·         Invitation to present at the Annual Neuroscience Fall Symposium sponsored by the Henry and Amelia Nasrallah Center

·         Travel funds to attend and present at a national or regional conference.

·         Individualized advising and mentoring.

Eligibility

·         Interested in research in a neuroscience-related field.

·         Enrolled full-time at Saint Louis University.

·         Must be able to commit full-time to the entire 10-week session. 

Application Requirements

·         Application Form

·         One-page statement of purpose outlining what makes you an outstanding candidate for the program, how participation will assist your career goals, and research experience (if applicable).

·         Copy of transcript downloaded from Banner and saved as PDF.

·         2 letters of recommendation

·         Ranking of your top 5 choices for labs from the list of mentors provided on the application.

Submission instructions

·         The Application Form page, Statement of Purpose and Transcript should be saved as a single pdf document with the file name "NeuroSURF Application [Your Name]".

·         Submit completed application file as an attachment to neuroscience@slu.edu with “NeuroSURF Application” in the subject header.

·         Letters of recommendation should be submitted by the recommender to neuroscience@slu.edu. All letters should include the reference cover page with waiver signed by the applicant.

Applications Due: March 1, 2022

Request Application Packet by emailing Neuroscience@slu.edu 

Boys Town National Research Hospital offers a collaborative undergraduate summer research program in the areas of cognitive neuroscience, data modeling, and human neuroimaging. Accepted applicants complete a 10-week internship in an affiliated laboratory doing hands-on research, participate in journal clubs and lab meetings, present their research findings at a summer retreat, attend professional development workshops, receive a competitive stipend, and work with state-of-the-art technology.

How to Apply: Join our research teams by sending a resume (with GPA) and interest letter by February 21st, 2022. Interest letters should include the applicant's primary research interests and the names of three possible faculty mentors. Final decisions will be made by February 28th, 2022.

Learn more about our faculty mentors here: http://tinyurl.com/yc5cz84a

Send applications (resume with GPA and interest letter specifying mentors) and questions to:

Dr. Tony W Wilson

tony.wilson@boystown.org

Contact Website 

http://tinyurl.com/yc5cz84a

LIBR Accelerated Summer Research (LASR) Internship

The LASR Internship Program is open to undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing careers

related to mental health research. The program provides an opportunity to spend a summer working in an

environment devoted exclusively to research. Interns work eight weeks between June and July with a variety

of research participants, scientists and research professionals. This position is a full time (40-hour/week) paid

position. All interns will complete a collaborative research project culminating in a poster presentation at the

end of the program. Experiences also include professional development and trainings related to graduate

school application and conducting research.

Applicants must be from an underrepresented population in the U.S. biomedical, clinical, behavioral and social

sciences research enterprise as defined by the National Institutes of Health (https://diversity.nih.gov/aboutus/

population-underrepresented)

The LASR Internship Program is highly competitive, there are 3 openings per summer. The application deadline

is April 15th and applications are open for submission now.

Application should include:

1. a CV

2. a cover letter explaining your interest in mental health research and career goals

3. the names and contact information for two references

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Applications should be sent via email to Dr. Evan White: ewhite@laureateinstitute.org with the subject line LASR internship application.

Interns will be involved in these activities:

• Monitor behavioral and neuroimagingtesting sessions

•  Assist participants with self-report surveys and questionnaires

• Assist with data collection

• Assist calling/texting appointment reminders

• Assist with recruiting visits and outreach activities

• Assist with taking new calls to LIBR recruitment lines

• Call past subjects and schedule for re-assessment

• Attend LIBR educational opportunities (Journal Club, visiting scientist lectures, Brown Bag talks)

• Analyze a dataset, create poster to convey findings, draft paper for publication, present data

• Shadow in other research labs, assessment team, MRI facility, etc.

The internships will run approximately June through July. Given the limited time of the internship and

accelerated nature of the program absences should be kept to a minimum. Candidates with extended vacation

plans over summer should not apply. Candidates who are selected are expected to have their CITI training

completed prior to starting at LIBR, as well as the paperwork associated with being a Saint Francis Health

System employee. The schedule will be full-time (40-hours per week). The onboarding process includes a

background check and drug screening. It is the responsibility of the intern to secure housing in Tulsa for the

internship. https://www.laureateinstitute.org/ 

The NeuroNex Technology Hub at Cornell University is offering a 10-week, hands-on, practical summer research experience for undergraduates (REU) in Ithaca, New York. 

Benefits

• $5000 stipend

• Travel allowance

• On-Campus housing provided

 We are striving for onsite internships in summer 2022, however, internships may result in a virtual placement due to continued COVID-19 impacts.

Eligibility

• Be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident.

• Be at least 18 years old by June 6, 2022.

• Be an undergraduate student, not having received a Bachelors's degree; https://neuronex.cornell.edu/reu/ 

For more information

Contact us at neuronex@cornell.edu 

REU eligibility requirements:

• Applicants must be currently enrolled undergraduates who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

• Applicants must submit a complete application that includes:

• Two Letters of Recommendation

• Recent School Transcripts

• Statement of Interest

• Selection of top five projects from a list of projects available in 2022

• Applicants must be eighteen years of age or older before June 6, 2022.

• Applicants must not have received a Bachelor’s degree before the end of the program in August 2022.

• If you have already participated in a Cornell NeuroNex REU program, you are NOT eligible to apply again.

Minority and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Cornell students interested in REU programs are encouraged to apply to programs outside of Cornell University.

Admission:

Selection is based on academic standing and faculty recommendations.

This REU Program uses a rolling admission process beginning January 2022 until positions are filled, usually March 31, 2022. The earlier your application is completed, the better your chance for acceptance.

2022 NeuroNex Projects

Prof. Chris Xu – “Developing New Techniques for Optical Imaging of the Brain”

Our lab develops new techniques for optical imaging of the brain structure and function. We are pushing for imaging depth, imaging field-of-view, and imaging speed. In addition, we are creating new laser and fiber optic systems that are optimized for our imaging requirement. Possible projects include microscope building, laser development, software for controlling the laser and the microscope, etc. Students will be paired with postdocs or senior graduate students to work as a part of a project team. We are looking for students who are physics and engineering oriented, but with a strong desire to apply the physics and engineering methods to solve real world problems.

Prof. Chris Schaffer – “Understanding How Spinal Cord Neurons Control Limb Movement and Gait”

Our lab uses multiphoton excited fluorescence microscopy to observe biological systems in living animals. This powerful optical technology allows us to observe tissues at subcellular resolution and investigate how signaling cells, such as neurons, communicate with each other to coordinate movement and gait in live animals. We are specifically interested in understanding how neurons in the spinal cord form functional circuits, called Central Pattern Generators, to coordinate limb movement and allow animals to walk, run, and perform tasks. To accomplish this goal, we must be able to observe neural firing activity within the spinal cord, and then correlate those activity patterns with quantified limb movement in mice that are awake and running. The student working on this project will be given primary responsibility for developing a limb tracking system capable of following specific points on the paw, limb and back of a mouse while it runs on a treadmill. The ideal student will have working knowledge in computer science and MATLAB.

Prof. Nilay Yapici – “3P Microendoscopic Imaging of Neural Activity During Food Intake in the Mouse Brainstem”

Hungry animals seek out any appetible food resource available. Conversely, sated animals are more selective in deciding which food they consume, suggesting the metabolic state of the animals (e.g., hungry versus sated) alter the sensory evaluation of the food source (e.g., how the food tastes). In mice and other mammals, gustatory detection of food is mediated by the peripheral taste organs; the tongue, palate and the pharynx which are innervated by cranial nerve fibers that project to the rostral nucleus of the solitary track (rNTS). The rNTS also receives direct or indirect input from the hypothalamic AgRP and POMPC neurons that monitor the metabolic state of animals and adjust food intake. Therefore, local micro circuits in the rNTS are well positioned to regulate taste perception, taste coding and food ingestion based on the metabolic state of animals. However, investigating the functions of distinct classes of neurons in the rNTS at cellular resolution has been technically challenging particularly because of the location of this brain area; rNTS is located deep in the brainstem below the cerebellum, which limits optical access to this brain region. To circumvent challenges of deep brain imaging, microendoscopy has been developed for in vivo calcium imaging to capture neural activity. By embedding a Gradient-index lens (GRIN lens) in the mouse brain, neural activity in deep brain regions such as the Ventral Tegmental Area (VTA) or Hypothalamus can be imaged at cellular resolution.In this project, we will optimize the use of a state of the art 3-photon (3P) microendoscope to image the neural dynamics at cellular resolution in the rNTS in awake behaving mice. We think, our project will provide critical information to understand the rNTS circuits that integrate taste and metabolic signals in the brainstem.

Prof. Joseph Fetcho – “Imaging Structure and Function of Neurons in Intact Zebrafish Brains”

The project involves using the latest optical methods to explore the structure and function of neurons in the hindbrain of zebrafish that control movements. We are especially interested in how the organization of the neurons changes as the fish grow from larvae into adulthood. The work will involve imaging into the brain of intact transgenic fish that express genetically encoded fluorescent calcium sensors to explore how neurons are activated during behavior, or fluorescent proteins that label the cells to reveal their structure. This will be done at different times from larvae into adulthood.

COVID-19 Notice

Due to the uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 situation in New York, the Cornell NeuroNex REU program reserves the right to make modifications to the REU Program features and requirements, as needed. Project descriptions will indicate which projects cannot run remotely, should circumstances require a shift to a remote or hybrid program. Applicants will be notified of all developments and changes to program requirements.