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Call for Applications From Undergraduates: Integrated Biological Sciences Summer Research Program at the Institute for Biology Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
The Program: May 29th- August 4th, 2012 Application Deadline: February 15th, 2012
The Institute for Biology Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison invites junior and senior undergraduate students interested in research careers in the biological sciences to participate in the Integrated Biological Sciences Summer Research Program (IBS-SRP). As part of the program, students do full-time research for 10 weeks with a faculty member in one of eight disciplinary areas:
Biochemistry/Biophysics Bioenergy Cellular and Molecular Biology Computational Biology & Biostatistics Ecology, Plants, and Environmental Systems Molecular & Environmental Toxicology Neurobiology Virology
The eight disciplinary areas are connected through a seminar series highlighting major themes in biology, science writing, preparation for graduate school, and biological sciences careers. The major themes are:
• evolution • pathways and transformations of energy and matter in biological systems • information flow, exchange and storage in biological systems • structure and function • systems biology
At the end of the program, students give an oral presentation of their research results and write a final research report that is published in a program journal.
Eligibility
Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents between their sophomore and senior years who have a grade point average of at least 3.0 and strong interest in a career in biological research. Students who are African American, Hispanic, Native American, Southeast Asian, Native Alaskan or Native Pacific Islander OR who are from low-income homes OR who are the first in their family to attend college OR who attend small liberal arts institutions without broad research facilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure
All application materials are due on February 15, 2012!
Financial Support
There are no fees or tuition costs. The program provides a $5,250 stipend, full support for travel, housing, health insurance (if needed), and a partial food allowance. Students also have access to campus libraries and facilities. Research Areas
The range of biological research areas in which students may participate is quite extensive. Applicants are encouraged to learn about faculty doing research in their areas of interest, and identify their top choices for potential mentors in the application.
Selection and Placement
Selection and laboratory placement of students will take place in January, February, and March. Applicants who are not placed will be notified by the end of April.
Contact
Program Coordinator Brian Asen ibs@biology.wisc.edu (608) 262-5267 Program Director Dr. Janet Branchaw
Call for Applications: 2012 National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program on the Structure and Function of Proteins at the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan Interdisciplinary REU Program (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) in the Structure and Function of Proteins is designed to provide undergraduate students with a 10 week research experience in the areas of biochemistry, biophysics, cheminformatics, computational chemistry, enzymology, marine biology, molecular biology and plant biology. The research projects featured in this program all involve studies of the structure and function of proteins.
REU Faculty Mentors represent the departments of Biochemistry; Chemistry; Medicinal Chemistry; Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology; Pathology, Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Program Dates: June 3 - August 10, 2012
Application Deadline: February 15, 2012
The 2012 program is pending a notification of funding from the National Science Foundation. Interested students are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be notified of the program status as soon as such information becomes available.
Participant benefits: $4500 stipend Free campus housing $1000 meal allowance $300 allowance for round-trip travel to program site Scientific communication workshops Graduate school preparation workshops and more...
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program at the University of Texas Southwestern Graduate School
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program at the University of Texas Southwestern Graduate School is an intensive summer research training experience designed for college students who are preparing for careers in biomedical research. Fellows spend 10 weeks (beginning in early June and ending mid-August) pursuing individual research projects in the laboratories of UT Southwestern Graduate School faculty members.
Fellows gain experience in modern research techniques and plan and execute an experimental strategy to answer a scientific question. The program introduces students to the kinds of projects encountered during postgraduate research training, and fosters an understanding of the planning, discipline, and teamwork involved in the pursuit of answers to current questions in the biological sciences. At the end of the program, fellows present their research during a poster session.
In addition to laboratory research, fellows attend weekly seminars given by UT Southwestern faculty members. Informal discussions about careers in science and graduate training are also scheduled.
Approximately 75 fellows participate in the summer research program. Fellows are assigned to a laboratory and research project according to their previous training and research interests.
Research areas:
Biological Chemistry Biomedical Engineering Biophysics Cancer Biology Cell Biology Chemistry Developmental Biology Genetics Immunology Integrative Biology Mechanisms of Disease Molecular Biology Microbiology Neuroscience Pharmacology
Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate science degree program and have completed their sophomore year. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens or possess an F1 Visa.
Criteria used in selection of fellowship recipients include:
College grades Relevant experience Letters of recommendation from faculty who can assess the applicant's potential for advanced training and success in biological research
Physical science, mathematics, biomedical engineering and chemistry majors should consider the Quantitative and Physical Sciences Summer Undergraduate Fellowship (QP-SURF) program.
Stipend
The stipend for the 10-week program is $4,000. This support is taxable. Details on local living accommodations will be provided when fellows are notified of their acceptance. If a fellow requires housing, then the costs will be covered by the program; however, fellows are responsible for paying for their own travel expenses.
How to Apply
To apply for 2012 SURF, please complete the SURF 2012 Application. Also, please mail your official transcript from each college attended and two letters of recommendation. Materials should be mailed as a single packet or individually to: Vanessa Powell, SURF Administrator, UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390-9004. The deadline is February 9, 2012.
Housing
Housing needs for SURF students are coordinated through the SURF office. SURF students requiring housing will stay in a local hotel and be transported to and from the UT Southwestern campus daily. SURF participants with family or friends in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area should plan to stay with them.
For additional information about the SURF Program, contact:
Nancy Street, PhD SURF Director Southwestern Graduate School UT Southwestern Medical Center 5323 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75390-9004 Phone: 214-633-1311 SURF@utsouthwestern.edu
Biophysical Society Michael and Kate Bárány Award for Young Investigators
Established in 1992 as the Young Investigator Award, and renamed in 1998.
Deadline for nominations: May 1 of each year.
The Michael and Kate Bárány Award for Young Investigators recognizes an outstanding contribution to biophysics by a person who has not achieved the rank of full professor at the time of nomination. This award was established by the Biophysical Society. In recognition of the endowment gift from Michael and Kate Bárány, the award was renamed in 1998. The Award recipient receives an honorarium of $2,000.
Eligibility:
Nominee must have made an exceptional contribution to the field of biophysics. Nominee must not have reached rank of full professor at time of nomination. Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing. Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents.
Nominations packets must include the following:
Completed Award Nomination Form Letter describing qualifications of the nominee Two supporting letters Nominee’s curriculum vitae, including all relevant publications
Email Nomination packet in PDF format to: society@biophysics.org
Biophysical Society 11400 Rockville Pike, Suite 800 Rockville, Maryland, 20852 Telephone: 240-290-5600 Fax: 240-290-5555 society@biophysics.org
Biophysical Society Margaret Oakley Dayhoff Award
Established in 1984.
This award honors the memory of Dr. Margaret Dayhoff, former President of the Biophysical Society, Professor of Biophysics at Georgetown University, and Director of Research at the National Biomedical Research Foundation. Presented each year at the Annual Meeting of the Biophysical Society, the award includes an honorarium of $2,000.
The Margaret Oakley Dayhoff Award is given to a woman who holds very high promise or has achieved prominence while developing the early stages of a career in biophysical research within the purview and interest of the Biophysical Society. Achievement means that the candidate has already published substantial contributions to science; promise means that the candidate shows indications of leadership in ideas, organization, or other ways manifest for her colleagues within the scientific community. A candidate who has already received university tenure by the due date on nomination is not eligible. A candidate having a PhD or equivalent degree shall be eligible until she has completed 10 years of full-time work following the degree. A candidate with a Baccalaureate degree but without a PhD shall have 12 years of eligibility. Time taken off for child-rearing will not be counted in this total. Part-time work and other special circumstances will be evaluated at the discretion of the Committee. Candidates who work in non-academic environments are eligible if their work is published, meets academic standards, and they do not have tenure equivalency.
Nominee must be a woman who holds very high promise or has achieved prominence while developing the early stages of a career in biophysical research. Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing. Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents.
Nomination packets must include the following:
Completed Award Nomination Form The most important item is a nominator’s letter with a personal recommendation. The letter should be no more than 4 pages, in a style similar to that supporting a promotion, and should comment as specifically as possible on:
* Overall scientific program and publications of the nominee with an evaluation of her specific contributions * Contributions of the nominee, especially those not apparent in her publications * Characteristics of the nominee indicating leadership and potential
Two supporting letters Nominee’s curriculum vitae, including honors previously received A publications list: Please attach a set of 3 papers that illustrate the merits of the nominee's contributions to science. Include any personal hardship or other obstacle that has prevented the nominee from advancing at a normal rate including, but not limited to, family responsibilities or severely disadvantaged background. Please include your estimate of the number of years of extension appropriate to the circumstances. The judging standards will be the same for all nominees but the eligibility period may be extended with the agreement of the committee.
Biophysical Society Founders Award
Established in 1986 as the Elisabeth Roberts Cole Award, and renamed in 2000.
The Founders Award, established by the Society, is given to scientists for outstanding achievement in any area of biophysics. These achievements are often reflected in the acceptance of and use by others in the field, either promptly or over a period of years. This award of $1,000 is granted annually.
Nominee must have made an outstanding achievement in an area of biophysics. Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing. Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents. Nominations packets must include the following: Completed Award Nomination Form Letter describing qualifications of the nominee Two supporting letters Nominee’s curriculum vitae, including all relevant publications
Biophysical Society Emily M. Gray Award
Established in 1997; the first award was presented in 1998.
The Emily M. Gray Award is given for significant contributions to education in biophysics, whether by teaching, developing novel educational methods or materials, promoting scientific outreach efforts to the public or to youth, generating a track record of attracting new students to the field of biophysics, or by otherwise fostering an environment exceptionally conducive to education in biophysics. The Emily M. Gray Lecture will be the keynote presentation at the Student Symposium at the Annual Meeting. The winner receives an honorarium of $750.
Nominee must have made an exceptional contribution to education in biophysics. Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing. Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents.
Nominations packets must include the following: Completed Award Nomination Form Letter describing qualifications of the nominee Two supporting letters Nominee’s curriculum vitae, focusing on educational and teaching contributions, and relevant list of publications
Biophysical Society Distinguished Service Award
Established in 1991.
Deadline for nominations: May 1 of each year. The Distinguished Service Award, established by the Biophysical Society, honors service in the field of biophysics and contributions beyond achievements in research. The recipient receives an honorarium of $1,000.
Nominee must have made an exceptional contribution to the field of biophysics and in its advancement outside of research. Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing. Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents.
Completed Award Nomination Form Letter describing qualifications of the nominee Two supporting letters Nominee’s curriculum vitae
Avanti Award in Lipids
Established in 1994.
Avanti Polar Lipids, Incorporated has established an annual award to be given by the Biophysical Society. The award will be given to an investigator for outstanding contributions to our understanding of lipid biophysics. The winner receives an honorarium of $3,000.
Nominee must have made important and well-recognized contributions to an understanding of lipid biophysics, including but not limited to the metabolism, enzymology, structure, or function of lipids or lipid membranes. Nominee must not have received an Avanti Award in any prior year and may not nominate himself or herself. Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing. Nominee may be of any nationality or academic rank, and may be affiliated with non-academic institutions provided that the work for which they are to be acknowledged has been published in a recognized scholarly journal. Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents.
Completed Award Nomination Form Letter (no more than 2 pages) supporting the candidacy of the nominee and highlighting specific publications deemed representative or especially worthy of recognition Letter from the nominee accepting nomination Two supporting letters from other Society members Nominee’s curriculum vitae
Anatrace Membrane Protein Award
Established in 2007, first awarded in 2008.
The Anatrace Membrane Protein Award, funded by Anatrace Inc., was established to recognize an outstanding investigator who has made a significant contribution to the field of membrane protein research. The award is designed to promote membrane protein studies and recognize excellence in the field. This $3,000 award is distributed annually.
Nominee must have made an exceptional contribution to the field of membrane protein research including but not limited to studies of the structure, biochemistry, or biological function of membrane proteins. Nominees must not have received the Anatrace Award in any prior 5-year period and may not nominate themselves. Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing. Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents.
Completed Award Nomination Form Letter (no more than 4 pages) describing qualifications of the nominee and commenting on the nominee's scientific contributions to the field of membrane protein biochemistry/biophysics Two supporting letters Nominee’s curriculum vitae, including all relevant publications
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