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TONIGHT: U of Utah Molecular Pharmaceutics Admissions Webinar

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The Department of Molecular Pharmaceutics at the University of Utah is accepting applications for its Fall 2024 Ph.D. Program!

Join them TONIGHT, October 2 at 8:00 PM EST for a Webinar on Graduate Student Admissions. This webinar is for potential applicants, as well as those interested in learning more about U of Utah’s research with biomaterials, nanoparticles, molecular imaging, drug delivery, and more.

The webinar is an opportunity to:

  1. Learn more about the research going on in the department.
  2. Understand how the admissions process works.
  3. Gain insight into student experience in the department.
  4. Ask your questions!

RSVP is required through this link.

Questions? Reach out to Hallie McCarthy at hallie.mccarthy@utah.edu,or consult their admissions page for details on applying.

UNC Drug Delivery PhD Program, Virtual Info Session

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Info Session: Monday, September 25, 2023

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Eshelman School of Pharmacy’s Division of Pharmacoengineering & Molecular Pharmaceutics (DPMP) is engaged in research and education in drug delivery options to optimize the therapeutic efficacy of pharmacologically and immunologically active agents. It is a multidisciplinary endeavor requiring knowledge in pharmaceutics, chemistry, engineering, biochemistry, biologics, pharmacokinetics, drug metabolism, and biology.

DPMP is the only graduate program concentrated solely on delivery of pharmaceuticals and vaccines (drug delivery). You might be interested in this program if you are curious about research applying lipid nanoparticles, polymers, cells, and viruses to deliver therapies for cancer, infectious & autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and neurodegenerative diseases.

DPMP students are from backgrounds like Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

PhD students are supported at $35,000+/yr stipend plus tuition, fees, and health insurance without a teaching assistant requirement. Students have the option of selecting labs after performing rotations. DPMP facilities are state of the art buildings and core research facilities all surrounded by the Research Triangle comprised of big and small Pharma, major universities, and other research institutions.

There will be a virtual information session on Monday, September 25 at 6:00 PM EST. Register here.

Participants are welcome to submit a question to be answered at the webinar.

After the event, a recording of the webinar will be available on the program’s webpage. Last year’s webinar is already posted.

Purdue University Interdisciplinary Life Science Ph.D. – Open House

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Purdue University Interdisciplinary Life Science Ph.D. Program (PULSe) is hosting its Fall Open House on Thursday, September 28, 2023.

The open house will begin at 8:30 AM and includes a program overview, meet the faculty session, lab tours, and lunch with current students. Participants will gain exposure to some of the current life science research at Purdue, while they are also given an opportunity to talk with faculty and students to familiarize themselves with the PULSe Program.

This event is in-person at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN.

Ph.D. students in the Purdue University Interdisciplinary Life Science Program (PULSe) have access to:

PULSe students have the opportunity to choose from over 200 faculty from 30 different departments.

RSVP by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, September 26.

Ohio State’s Community Medicine MD Track

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Ohio State’s Community Medicine MD Track (CMT) is an MD program designed for students who have a firm commitment to practicing medicine in rural communities or smaller cities. The track will not only address the clinical issues relevant to caring for patients in rural and smaller communities, but will also provide extra emphasis on leadership development and community engagement.

The CMT does not limit students to a specialty; instead, it trains physicians who will ultimately specialize in a variety of fields such as surgery, emergency medicine, internal medicine, family medicine, neurology, psychiatry, and obstetrics and gynecology.

Students will spend the first two years of medical school on the Columbus campus and then transition to The Ohio State University at Lima for their third and fourth years, gaining clinical experiences at Mercy Health – St. Rita’s.

CMT students will meet the same objectives required of all Ohio State medical students and will receive their medical degree from the Ohio State College of Medicine. The College of Medicine values diversity and believes its student body will be enhanced by including students with small community backgrounds and/or interests to pursue training at the regional campus in Lima.

There are upcoming virtual info sessions on July 19, 2023 at 4 PM EST and August 16, 2023 at 4 PM EST.

For more information or if you have questions, please email Lori Martensen at communitymedicinetrack@osumc.edu.

The Ohio State University Professional Exploration Program (PXP)

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The Ohio State University Professional Exploration Program (PXP) provides an opportunity for underrepresented undergraduates who are interested in a health professional career, but have not decided on a career path, to explore careers in seven different health professional schools. Participants will explore career opportunities with the following OSU professional schools:

  • College of Dentistry
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Optometry
  • College of Pharmacy
  • College of Public Health
  • College of Veterinary Medicine
  • School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

This year’s PXP program, set for August 2023 through February 2024, will provide an in-depth look at career options in the various health fields on designated Saturdays. The programming will be determined by each hosting college/unit and will be scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. but may vary.

This is a competitive program with a limited number of spaces, so be sure to apply soon!

Applications are due by Friday, June 30, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. 

All students will receive application results by Friday, July 14, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. and will need to accept their admission into the program by Friday, July 28, 2023, 11:59 p.m.

Info Sessions: Fulbright and Knight Hennessy Fellowships

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The Undergraduate Fellowship Office has reached out to CBC about the following two information sessions:

1. Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Please join Fulbright U.S. Student Program staff from the Institute of International Education (IIE) and Fulbright Alumni Ambassadors for a virtual information session. Learn about Fulbright opportunities for U.S. citizens to go abroad to pursue graduate or professional study, conduct research, or teach English. During the session, you will find out about the types of Fulbright awards, application components, tips, and have an opportunity to ask questions. Following the program overview, attendees will enter a breakout room with Ohio State Fulbright advisors in the Undergraduate Fellowship Office and Office of International Affairs to learn more about applying through their institution. Undergraduate students from any discipline are welcome to attend.

The Fulbright information session will take place Tuesday, April 4th from 6-7 pm on Zoom. Register for this virtual information session. 

This event is co-hosted by Fulbright, the Office of International Affairs, and the Undergraduate Fellowship Office. Look out for more Fulbright information and events during Fulbright Week April 10-14.

Questions?
Reach out to Janet Schroeder and Louise Ling Edwards in the Undergraduate Fellowship Office at fellowships@osu.edu.

2. Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program

Join us to hear from an Admission Officer about Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University, a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship program. Each Knight-Hennessy scholar receives up to three years of financial support to pursue graduate studies in any of Stanford’s seven schools. Scholars form a supportive community with one another while engaging in experiences that prepare them to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address complex challenges facing the world.

The Knight-Hennessy Scholars in-person information session will take place Tuesday, April 4 from 1-2 pm in Jennings Hall, Rm 040. Register for this in-person information session. 

This event is hosted by the Undergraduate Fellowship Office and Knight-Hennessy Scholars.

Questions?
Contact Janet Schroeder and Louise Ling Edwards in the Undergraduate Fellowship Office at fellowships@osu.edu.

Master’s in Forensic Toxicology & Analytical Genetics

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The University of Kentucky is accepting applications for it’s Master’s in Forensics Toxicology & Analytical Genetics. The program has two areas of concentration: Forensic Toxicology/Chemistry and Forensic/Analytical Genetics. Through the common core curriculum, students in both concentrations will have foundational information and skill set in advanced forensic science, writing, communication, professionalism, ethics, legal perspectives, and workplace-specific laboratory skills. The curriculum contains two internships which provide students with hands-on experiences necessary to be competitive in the job market upon exiting the program. This is a two-year program.

Tuition for this program is assessed at a special rate for all students (in- and out-of-state), which represents significant savings for out-of-state students. Graduates will be competitive for workforce deployment in the areas of: private industry drug testing, private DNA analysis, forensic governmental divisions, or hospital clinical labs.

Applications submitted by April 1, 2023 will be given priority for admission. Applications submitted after April 1 will be considered for any remaining openings. There is no GRE requirement. Check out the flyer and/or the website to learn more.

For more information, contact Dr. Isabel Mellon, Director of Graduate Students, at toxandcancerbio@uky.edu. Questions may also be directed to Morgan Rothermel, Education and Research Coordinator, at morgan.rothermel@uky.edu.

MS Translational Pharmacology Info Session

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The Ohio State University’s 100% online master’s program in Translational Pharmacology prepares graduates for careers in drug development.

Translational pharmacology bridges across “the discovery, development, regulation, and use of pharmacologic agents to improve clinical outcome, and inform optimal use of therapeutics in patients.” Students will develop skills in preclinical or clinical trial design, toxicology, safety, or clinical pharmacology. This is also an opportunity to advance your career in research administration.

This program is designed for recent graduates and professionals with bioscience or animal science backgrounds who are interested in a career in clinical and translational pharmacology. There are two specializations:

  1. Clinical Pharmacology and Clinical Trial Design
  2. Preclinical Toxicology and Safety Pharmacology

There are upcoming virtual Information Sessions on:

Admission is available for Spring, Summer, and Autumn. Applications for Autumn 2023 are due May 1st.

Ohio State Graduate & Professional School Fair

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Tuesday, February 28
1pm – 4pm EST
Ohio Union: Cartoon Room & Performance Hall

The Graduate and Professional School Fair welcomes students who are interested in pursuing their education further, connect with various schools and programs and learn more about the application and admissions process, such as:

  • What’s involved in applying?
  • What undergraduate courses and programs can help you prepare?
  • What programs are available at the different schools?

The fair hosts Graduate Schools from across the country and allows you to explore your options, gather information, and make connections with admission officers. The fair also gives you access to Grad School experts, who can provide invaluable tips and advice about the Graduate School admission process.

Pre-registration and professional dress are not required.

Interested in learning more about graduate & professional school before the fair? Register for the Grad School 101 workshop held virtually on Thursday, February 23. Participants will learn tips and tricks for navigating the grad school application process.

University of KY Graduate Programs

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The University of Kentucky’s Department of Toxicology & Cancer Biology offers three graduate programs:

PhD in Toxicology & Cancer Biology

  • 2 concentration focuses:
    • Toxicology – Students investigate the effects of toxic agents on humans and our environments
    • Cancer Biology – Students investigate problems related to cancer development, improved cancer treatments, and preventions
  • No GRE requirement
  • All PhD students receive financial support in the form of a Graduate Research Assistantship; which includes a yearly stipend, health insurance and full-tuition coverage
  • More info: website & flyer

Master’s in Forensic Toxicology & Analytical Genetics

  • Professional degree program, which educates and prepares students to enter the workforce as working professionals
  • It is only the fifth such professional master’s degree in the field of forensics in the nation
  • 2 concentration focuses:
    • Forensic Toxicology/Chemistry
    • Forensic/Analytical Genetics
  • The program curriculum contains two internships, which will provide our students with hand-on experiences necessary to exit the program and be competitive in the job market
  • Tuition for this program is assessed at a special tuition rate for all students (in- and out-of-state), which represents a significant savings for out-of-state students
  • No GRE requirement
  • More info: website & flyer

Master’s in Toxicology

  • Toxicology – Students investigate the effects of toxic agents on humans and our environments
  • No GRE requirement
  • More info: website

Questions about any of these programs can be addressed to Morgan Rothermel at Morgan.Rothermel@uky.edu.