Author: Sophie White

Research and Mentoring for Postbaccalaureates Opportunity

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The Salamander Population and Adaptation Research Collaboration Network (SPARCnet) RaMP program is recruiting a diverse cohort of recent college graduates for a paid, year-long research and professional development mentorship program.

Mentees will work in a mentor-mentee team to carry out individual and collaborative research projects investigating patterns and predicting responses of amphibians to global change. Teams will be based at locations across the eastern and midwestern states, within the range of the focal salamander species, the eastern red-backed salamander. The SPARCnet RaMP program will provide professional development and career exploration for mentees to gain placement in career or graduate school opportunities, with the goal of expanding participation in the scientific workforce.

Eligibility information:

  • Mentee participants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States
  • Mentee participants must have received their undergraduate degree by the program’s start date of July 1st, 2025, and within the last four years
  • Mentee participants must not be currently enrolled or accepted into a graduate program
  • SPARCnet is targeting mentee participants who are:
    • Interested in research but may not have had strong research experiences as an undergraduate
    • Interested in continuing a career in STEM
    • Members of underrepresented groups in STEM fields

Program Benefits:

  • Paid one-year, full-time fellowship (minimum salary of $32,500 + benefits)
  • A $5,000 budget to complete an individual research project
  • A $5,000 budget to travel to workshops, professional development, regional conferences, and national conferences
  • Gain experience in field data collection, statistical coding, scientific communication and collaboration, professional development, and more

Applications are due February 16, 2025 at 11:59 PM.

OSUCCC Summer Research Opportunity

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Application Deadline: February 16, 2025

CREATES-Undergrad is a paid fellowship program for Ohio State University undergraduate students interested in cancer research. Prior research experience is not required.

Selected participants will conduct work within The Ohio State University James Comprehensive Cancer Center and the College of Pharmacy.

The program dates are May 19, 2024 thru July 25, 2025. This is a paid opportunity ($15.78/hr) as long as all requirements are met.

Visit the CREATES webpage for more information and the application. For questions, please contact CAMELOT at camelot@osumc.edu.

Want to jump start your search for the right research program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.

RISE (REU) at Rutgers

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RISE at Rutgers is a nationally acclaimed summer research program for outstanding undergraduates from diverse backgrounds. Scholars participate in cutting-edge research in the biological, physical, and social/behavioral sciences, math, engineering, and exciting interdisciplinary areas under the guidance of carefully matched faculty mentors. A robust professional development component, including optional GRE preparation, complements the research.

Participants also benefit from wellness workshops, social and recreational activities, and community engagement opportunities.

RISE is a 10 week in-person residential program. The dates for 2025 are May 27 – August 5. Students receive a stipend and housing.

Apply today. Applications are open until all positions are filled.

DOE & ACS Nuclear Chemistry UG Summer Schools 2025

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Applications are due February 6, 2025.

The US Department of Energy (DOE) and Division of Nuclear & Technology of the American Chemical Society (ACS) are sponsoring two intensive six-week Summer Schools in Nuclear & Radiochemistry for undergraduates. Funding is provided by the US Department of Energy.

The students receive an all-expense paid opportunity to complete a 6-week summer course (June 16, 2025 – July 25, 2025) in Nuclear Chemistry and Radiochemistry in either California at San Jose State University or New York at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Selected students earn hours (tuition paid) of undergraduate chemistry credit through either San Jose State University or Stony Brook University (The State University of New York). Students will also receive a stipend of $4,000 for the 6-week program. The program will pay for student round-trip travel and housing.

The students will learn the fundamentals of nuclear chemistry and radiochemistry and their applications. A hands-on laboratory component gives the students experience in handling radioactive materials and radiation detectors. The students will meet scientists from academia and national laboratories from across the U.S. who will discuss the exciting opportunities in nuclear chemistry and radiochemistry.

Candidates should be undergraduates with an interest in nuclear science who are presently in their sophomore or junior year of study at a US college or university. They should have completed at least two years of chemistry, one year of physics, and one year of calculus. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Want to jump start your search for the right research program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.

REU on Sustainable Energy Technology and Systems

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Johns Hopkins University’s Ralph O’Connor Sustainable Energy Institute (ROSEI) is accepting applications for the summer 2025 Research on Sustainable Energy Technology and Systems (ROSETAS) program, a National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site.

ROSETAS is a 10-week, residential research and professional development program for undergraduate students interested in sustainable energy. Trainees will participate in research projects aligned with the research areas of ROSEI, specifically its four pillars of Carbon, Storage, Wind, and Grid, as well as solar technology. Specific projects for the summer of 2025 can be found here. Applicants will be asked to rank their top three project choices on their application.

Accepted students will be provided with a $7,000 stipend and housing near the Johns Hopkins campus. The program is open to all US Citizen or permanent resident undergraduate students in any technical field who have completed at least one year of college and have not yet graduated with a bachelor’s degree.

Applications are due February 3, 2025 and require a resume, personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.

WashU Biochemistry & Biophysics’ SURGE Program

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The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biophysics (BMB) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is accepting applications for its Summer Undergraduate Research Group Experience (SURGE) program. This is an 8-week research program (May 29 through July 27, 2025) focused in the areas of Molecular Biochemistry and Biophysics. 

Participants will engage in active research at the cutting edge of molecular biochemistry and biophysics, delving into areas such as single-molecule spectroscopy, molecular simulations, and mitochondrial biochemistry. Alongside research, students will attend workshops covering a range of scientific topics, including experimental design, how to read papers, scientific communication, and guidance on graduate school applications.

Round-trip travel to Saint Louis, local housing and transportation, and a monthly stipend of $6000 will be provided over the 8-week program.

No prior research experience is required. Undergraduate Sophomore- and Junior-level students looking towards graduate school with less than 1-year of research experience are especially encouraged to apply. WashU strongly encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. International students with a current and valid F1-visa are also welcome to apply.

Applications are due by Friday, January 31st, 2025 with an admissions notification provided by February 28th, 2025.

Please direct questions to bmbsummerprogram@wustl.edu.

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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Summer Program

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The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Research Institute is pleased to announce that applications for the CHOP Research Institute Summer Scholars Program (CRISSP) are now open.

CRISSP is a 10-week internship designed to inspire undergraduate students to pursue careers in pediatric research and academic medicine through training in theoretical knowledge and research as well as critical exposure to pediatric-focused career trajectories under the direct mentorship of CHOP faculty. The goal of CRISSP is to provide a transformational summer by inspiring students to explore, create, discover, and innovate in areas related to child health and wellness. CHOP welcomes students with diverse backgrounds whose worldview will be expanded by learning together.

Thirty students will be selected for the 2025 program. All participants will have multiple opportunities for clinical shadowing and broad exposure to biomedical research careers. Students receive a $5,000 stipend and free housing in local dorms. Need-based travel awards may be requested and will be distributed based on availability.

Application deadline is 11:59pm (ET) Friday, January 31, 2025.

Want to jump start your search for the right research program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.

Biomedical Engineering Research & Industry Day

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On Saturday January 25, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 6:00PM, Ohio State Department of Biomedical Engineering will host their annual event, Engineering in Healthcare: Industry and Research Symposium. The event brings together the best of biomedical engineering from both industry and academia.

This year’s symposium features an exciting lineup, including two keynote speakers, undergraduate poster presentations, and graduate platform presentations. Agenda for EHIRS 2025.

Attendees can participate in a hands-on medical solutions workshop and network with representatives from leading companies and research labs. To top it off, cash prizes will be awarded to the best undergraduate and graduate presenters, making this a fantastic opportunity to showcase innovation, share ideas, and connect with experts in the field.

All STEM students are welcome. Register to attend the symposium.

Undergraduate Student Trustee Application Open

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The Ohio State University Board of Trustees has begun its search for a new undergraduate student representative. Each year, the governor of Ohio appoints one new student trustee to serve a two-year term as a full voting member of the board.

This student will serve on the board from May 2025 – May 2027, must maintain Ohio residency and student status throughout the entire term, and must be able to balance this significant responsibility with their academic and personal commitments. Candidates for this role must excel as leaders, be able to think strategically about the future of the university and interact in a professional manner with faculty, administrators and influential business and community leaders. More details and application information are available on the student trustee application webpage.

Ohio State’s current undergraduate student trustee, Joshua H.B. Kerner, will host information sessions on January 14 and January 15 for anyone who wants to hear more about the student trustee role and application process. Details about the information sessions can be found on the student trustee application webpage.

Applications are due by noon on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Volunteer: STEM Outreach at Local Elementary Schools

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Scientific Thinkers is seeking volunteers for the Spring 2025 semester!

Scientific Thinkers STEM Outreach is a student organization that is designed to promote STEM activities in Columbus schools. The volunteers lead school visits at Parkmoor and Mansion Day Elementary Schools that focus on hands-on science experiments to bridge the gap created by underrepresentation and underfunding of STEM programs.

Scientific Thinkers gives volunteers the chance to gain leadership skills, communicate science topics to a variety of age groups, and excite young children about STEM. No experience with teaching is required and all majors are welcome!

School visits will be on Wednesday and Thursday afternoon/early evening from January 29-March 6.

If you are interested in volunteering, program orientation will take place on Wednesday, January 22 at 7:00pm in the Physics Research Building, room 1080. This orientation is mandatory if you wish to volunteer with Scientific Thinkers as they will provide necessary paperwork and information, so make sure to mark your calendars! If you are unable to attend the orientation, please reach out to club president Mia Wang to ensure you receive the volunteering information and paperwork.