The Department of Chemistry at Villanova University

Summer Undergrad Research Scholarship Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children

2011-12-12T16:51:00.002-05:00

Undergraduate Students who would like to pursue biomedical research are invited to apply for a 10-week paid scholarship this summer at the Nemours/Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.2 and interest in basic and applied sciences, health care, pre-med, or related fields. Online application and information: http://www/NemoursResearch.org/Scholarship. Application deadline is January 20, 2012 and the program runs from June 4 until August 10, 2012.

University of North Texas Summer 2012 NSF-REU Research Program

2011-12-12T16:44:00.002-05:00

The University of North Texas invites you to apply for the summer 2012 NSF-REU program. The ten-week program begins June 4 and offers a $5,000 stipend, plus housing. Funds are available to help defray travel costs to and from the REU site which is located at the northern outskirts of Dallas-Ft. Worth area. Applications are due by March 1, 2012 and should be sent to: Shawn Adams, Chemistry NSF-REU Coordinator, Department of Chemistry, University of North Texas, 1155 University Circle #305070, Denton, TX 76203; phone: 940-565-4372. For more information and an application go to: http://www.chem.unt.edu/nsf-reu/

Summer Undergraduate Research in Chemistry & Biochemistry at Georgia Tech

2011-12-12T16:40:00.003-05:00

Chemistry and Biochemistry majors who will be juniors or seniors during the 2011-2012 school year are invited to apply for a ten-week (May 21-July 27, 2012) research program. Successful applicants will receive a stipend of $5,000, a travel allowance, and housing. Applications are available at www.chemistry.gatech.edu or write: Cameron Tyson, School of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA 30332-0400. Phone: (404) 894-8227. Email: cam.tyson@chemistry.gatech.edu. Application Deadline is February 15, 2012. Early submissions are encouraged!

10 Week Summer Internship - CDC's National Center for Environmental Health & The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry

2011-11-18T11:43:00.003-05:00

The NCEH/ATSDR are offering a 10-week summer internship program for students who are passionate about the environment, interested in human health, and curious about how they are linked. Interns will be based at CDC/ATSDR's Chamblee Campus and will be paid a stipend of approximately $600 a week during the course of the program. Program runs from June 13 to August 17, 2012. You must be a US citizen or be a Permanent Resident with a green card. You must be a full time student enrolled in a college or university as a rising junior or senior by Fall 2012 and have a minum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Application due date is February 1, 2012. For more information and application instructions please go to their website at: www.cdc.gov/nceh/cleh Also, you can email Lt. Cory Kokko or Jay Nielsen with any questions at: CLEH@cdc.gov

University of Delaware - Marine Science Summer Internship - Summer Research

2011-11-14T11:52:00.002-05:00

The College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment, University of Delaware supported by a grant from the NSF's Division of Ocean Sciences is offering this REU program supporting 10 undergraduate students to conduct research in Marine Science. Minority groups underrepresented in Science are strongly encouraged. The program runs 10 weeks (June 4- August 10). Student support includes $5,500 stipend, campus housing and travel assistance. The application form and instructions are available at https://www.ceoe.udel.edu/academics/undergraduate/summer/summerInternApplication.aspx If you need further information, please go to: http://www.ceoe.udel.edu/academics/undergraduate/summer/index.shtml Any questions, please call Ana Dittel 302-645-4275 or email her at adittel@udel.edu. Application deadline is February 17, 2012.

Virginia Tech Summer Undergraduate Research Program

2011-11-14T11:45:00.003-05:00

With support from the National Science Foundation, Virginia Tech is offering another outstanding Summer Undergraduate Research Program this summer. Applications are being accepted in both the sciences and engineering on the topic of Design and Delivery of Polymer-Drug Complexes. The program runs from May 22 - August 3, 2012 and a stipend of $6,300 is being offered. APPLY EARLY. All completed applications must be in before February 1, 2012 since this is the date that they will begin to be reviewed. For more information and to apply online, visit the website at http://www.mii.vt.edu/SURP

Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI) Program - West Virginia University Center for Neuroscience

2011-11-09T16:30:00.003-05:00

West Virginia University Center for Neuroscience has an opportunity for undergraduate students to participate in their 10-week SURI program. The program will run from May 23, - August 3, 2012 and offers students a $3,000 stipend and $1,000 housing stipend. Deadline for applications is February 1, 2012 with awards being announced no later than March 1, 2012. Please go to www.hsc.wvu.edu/wvucn/Summer-Internships-(SURI) for an application and further information.

Summer Program at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research in Kansas City, Missouri

2011-11-09T15:14:00.004-05:00

The Stowers Summer Scholars Program is a ten-week commitment for undergraduate science majors who will have completed 60 undergraduate credit hours with at least a 3.5 GPA. A stipend is $4,000, travel to and from the program and housing is also covered by the program. Applications will be accepted online until February 1, 2012. For application and more information, please go to www.stowers.org/education/stowers-summer-scholars. If you need to speak to the director please contact Dr. Ana J. Pedraza at 816-926-4400 or email studenttrainingprograms@stowers.org.

NSF REU site for Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering - The University of Akron

2011-11-09T15:08:00.002-05:00

The University of Akron is pleased to announce that the NSF REU site for Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering will again be accepting applications for the summer of 2012. This year's stipend is $7,000 and the deadline for applications is February 1, 2012. Application and information can be found on: http://www2.uakron.edu/cpspe/DPS/reu.php. If you have any questions, please contact Kelli Fetter at 330-972-7667 or by email at polymerreu@uakron.edu.

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program - SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY

2011-11-09T14:59:00.003-05:00

College of Graduate Studies at the SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY will again be offering the SURF Program. The program will run from June 11 through August 17th, 2012 and is intended for students who are finishing their junior year and are good prospective candidates for careers in biomedical research. For on-line application and more information, please go to: http://www.upstate.edu/grad/. Application deadline is February 15, 2012. If you need to contact the program director please email Dr. Mark Schmitt, SchmittM@upstate.edu.

Summer Undergraduate Research Program - UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX

2011-11-09T14:49:00.003-05:00

UT Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is sponsoring the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program. For information and an application please go to: www.utsouthwestern.edu/SURF. The Quantitative and Physical Science Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (QP-SURF) program is also being offered. Please go to www.utsouthwestern.edu/QP-SURF for further information. Both programs run from June 4th through August 10th, 2012 and offer a stipend of $4,000 and free housing. Application deadline is February 9, 2012.

Summer Undergraduate Research Program - Gerstner Sloan-Kettering, New York, NY

2011-11-09T12:17:00.004-05:00

Gerstner Sloan-Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences sponsors a 10-week research program for outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in biomedically related sciences. Please go to www.sloankettering.edu for and application and more information. The program begins the first Monday in June and runs for 10 consecutive weeks. A stipend of $4,000 and free housing is being offered. The deadline for submission of all application materials is February 1. Applicants will be notified of a decision between March 1 and March 15. Feel free to email the program at: surp@sloankettering.edu

2011 UCI Chemistry Department NSF REU Chem-SURF Program

2011-03-30T16:34:00.002-04:00

University of California Irvine Chemistry Department is launching its 4th year of NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates Chem-SURF Program this summer. Updated information with new research abstracts, flyer, and application can be found at the link below. The application deadline is April 11, 2011. Please go to the following link for more information and application: http://www.chem.uci.edu/reu/

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Summer Internship

2011-03-25T16:31:00.003-04:00

The US EPA Region 9 is accepting applications for the Summer 2011 Internship Program. This exciting opportunity is for students in the science and engineering fields to deepen their understanding of the role of the federal government in climate change, water quality protection, air quality improvement, etc. Applications will be accepted during the week of March 28 until April 1, 2011. Position Title is Physical Science Technician. (More information on flyer on the bulletin board in Mendel 211.) Please go to www.usajobs.gov. In the "WHAT" box on the top right hand corner of the page, type announcement number: LV-R9-OT-2011-0001. Create your profile in usajobs.gov. Upload your resume into your profile, and upload a copy of your most recent college transcripts.

University of Southern California NSF/REU Summer Program

2011-02-18T14:26:00.002-05:00

Department of Chemistry University of Southern California offers a NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates which runs from June 1 to August 6, 2011. A stipend plus housing, meals, Student Health Insurance, and travel costs are included. There is a broad selection of research groups in inorganic/biochemistry, physical/theoretical and organic/materials Chemistry. This program is open to sophomores or juniors who are US citizens or permanent residents, women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Please fill out an application online by March 15, 2011. http://chem.usc.edu/reu.html

Syracuse Biomaterials Institute Summer Research

2011-02-18T14:13:00.004-05:00

Syracus Biomaterials Institute seeks applications from undergarduates interested in research on biomaterials: synthetic and natural substances to treat disease or injury. It will run from June 6 until August 12, 2011. There is a $5,000 stipend plus university housing. The location of the program is in the new SBI Central Research Facility at Syracuse University, SUNNY ESF, and SUNY Upstate Medical University. Undergraduate students majoring in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology and Physics with interest in Biomaterials Science are all eligible for this program. Application Deadline is March 15, 2011. To apply and for more information, http://biomaterials.syr.edu/ or call us at 315-443-3544 Program Directors can be contacted: Professor Julie Hasenwinkel jmhasenw@syr.edu or Professor Patrick Mather at ptmather@syr.edu

MATCH Teacher Residency - looking for graduating seniors

2011-02-10T16:14:00.003-05:00

The program, MATCH Teacher Residency, in Boston, is looking for college graduates to become teachers. They offer intensive training and help students find positions in high-need schools. This program will continue to support them as they begin their careers in the classroom. For information on this program, please go to: http://www.matchschool.org/matchcorps/teacher.htm

University of Nevada Las Vegas - Summer Research Experience

2011-02-09T13:53:00.003-05:00

Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates in Environmental Microbiology at the University of Las Vegas. This is a ten week program running from June 6th to August 12, 2011. The stipend is $5,000 and there is complimentary campus housing, along with round trip airfare. Application deadline: March 11, 2011. Apply online at http://sols.unlv.edu/reu_main.html For further information, please contact Dr. Kurt M. Regner 702-895-1071.

Summer 2011 Employment Opportunities

2011-02-08T16:41:00.002-05:00

Instructors and Teaching Assistants wanted. Center for Talented Youth (CTY), Johns Hopkins University, are seeking highly talented students to fill instructor/teaching assistant positions. Please contact J. Timothy Perry, ctysummer@jhu.edu or call 410-735-6185. Please go to the website, http://cty.jhu.edu/summer/employment for application and more information.

MARM 2011 - May 21-24

2011-02-08T14:31:00.002-05:00

You are cordially invited to participate in MARM 2011. Registration and Abstract Submission Now Open! The Chemical Society of Washington Section of the American Chemical Society will host the 42nd Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting (MARM 2011) on the campus of the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland from Saturday, May 21 to Tuesday, May 24. The meeting's theme for this event is "International Year of Chemistry 2011." This meeting will feature national and international leaders in the chemical sciences and will include a broad selection of exciting and informative symposia. www.marmacs.org

NYU Science and Math in London

2011-02-08T14:26:00.002-05:00

Earn credits toward a major in mathematics, prehealth, or the sciences at NYU London. This study abroad curriculum offers exceptional opportunities for you to gain valuable credits toward your degree while staying on track with rigorous science and math courses. Housing is guaranteed, and the on-site staff organizes trips and activites through the semester. (The American Medical College Application Service AMCAS accepts only science courses taken at American postsecondary institutions prior to medical school admission. NYU London offers science courses that the AMCAS approves for medical school admittance.) Apply early to increase your chances of receiving a study abroad scholarship. Visit our website at www.nyu.edu/abroad/science for a comprehensive, up-to-date listing of courses and scholarship opportunities.

Polymer Science & Polymer Engineering NSF REU

2011-02-08T14:19:00.003-05:00

The University of Akron will once again accept applications for NSF REU Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering for the summer of 2011. This year's stipend amount is $7,000. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2011. This is for undergraduate students who are currently sophomores or juniors, although we have a few freshmen. The application and more information can be found on our website: http://www2.uakron.edu/cpspe/DPS/reu.php. If you have any questions, please contact Kelli Fetter, REU Coordinator at 330-972-7667 or by email at polymerreu@uakron.edu.

Villanova University Career Center Job & Internship Fair

2011-02-07T16:34:00.002-05:00

On February 8th (Arts and Business) and February 9th (Engineering, Science & Technology), Villanova's Career Center is hosting their annual Job & Internship Fairs. Please go to http://www.villanova.edu/vpaa/careers/events/careerfairs.htm.

Villanova University On-Campus Recruiting Bulletins

2011-02-07T16:23:00.003-05:00

Chemistry/Biochemistry Students please check out your bulletin board in the chemistry student lounge (Mendel 211) for on-campus recruiting bulletins #10, 11 and 12.

REU - The Chemistry of Energy Research at Penn State

2011-02-02T15:31:00.002-05:00

The Department of Chemistry at Penn State University invites highly motivated undergraduate chemistry and biochemistry majors to participate in chemistry research. Students will work for ten weeks in energy-related chemical research with an outstanding group of research mentors conducting an independent project. In addition to a generous stipend, we will provide convenient and comfortable on-campus housing and reimbursement for travel costs. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The program runs from June 1st to August 5, 2011. Application Deadline is March 1, 2011. For more information and to apply, visit: www.chem.psu.edu/reu For any questions, please phone: 814-865-4543; or email: reu@chem.psu.edu

NSF funded Research Experience for Undergraduates program at Kent State

2011-02-02T15:19:00.002-05:00

Kent State University Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the Liquid Crystal Institute are seeking applicants for a NSF funded Research Experience for Undergraduates program. The program is on Liquid Crystals - Synthetic and Natural Systems. It will be held from June 6th through August 12, 2011. Participants will be provided with a salary of $4,500, as well as housing in the Centennial Court Dormitories. Travel support is provided as needed. For information go to: www.kent.edu/chemistry or agericke@kent.edu Review of applications begins March 1st, 2011.

STA Interviews at Villanova University - Feb. 7, 2011

2011-01-25T13:22:00.004-05:00

A representative from SOUTHERN TEACHERS AGENCY (STA) will be interviewing at Villanova University on Monday, February 7, 2011 in Garey Hall. The interviews start at 8:45 am and run until 4:00 pm. We look forward to meeting students who are interested in careers as teachers, counselors, coaches, and administrators in private/independent PK-12 schools around the south. Please encourage your students to attend. http://villanova.experience.com/er/security/login.jsp Please be sure to stop by and learn about the various opportunities STA has to offer!

The University of Alabama Summer Undergraduate Research Participation Program

2011-01-19T15:10:00.001-05:00

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Alabama, is offering a ten-week program which will begin May 30, 2011. Participants will be paid a $5,000 stipend, and provided housing in on-campus apartments. Application for the UA-REU are available by calling 205-348-5954. Students can apply online at http://www.bama.ua.edu/~chem/undergraduate/summerprogs/surp.html. Applications are due March 1, 2011.

University of Kansas - Dept. of Pharmaceutical Chemistry

2011-01-19T15:02:00.002-05:00

The University of Kansas Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry is offering a ten-week program for undergraduate students to participate in paid laboratory research. The program runs from May 25th to August 2, 2011. Students will receive competitive stipends to cover room and board costs. If you are interested or need further information, please visit http://www.pharmchem.ku.edu or call Ann Heptig 785-864-4820; heptig@ku.edu

Georgia Institute of Technology - REU Summer program

2011-01-19T14:50:00.002-05:00

Georgia Tech will be hosting 9 REU participants this summer focusing loosely on the theme of Aquatic Chemical Ecology. The application deadline is February 15, 2011. For details, application process and contact information on the program, please visit the program website at http://www.biology.gatech.edu/undergraduate-program/reu/

Providence College - The Providence Alliance for Catholic Teachers (PACT)

2011-01-19T14:21:00.002-05:00

Providence Alliance for Catholic Teachers (PACT) is recruiting young people with a major in your academic area to consider applying to PACT which is a two year service teaching program within the Department if Graduate Studies at Providence College. Application information and forms are available at www.providence.edu/pact or call 401-865-2657

UNL Chemistry Faculty/Student Summer Research Program

2011-01-19T14:14:00.002-05:00

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Chemistry announces a summer research experience for a faculty and student pair for Summer 2011; they are seeking one pair (professor and undergraduate student) from a four-year college. Summer stipends will be provided, and it is anticipated that the collaboration will continue during the 2011/2012 academic year. The summer stipend for the professional member will be $6,000 per month for up to two full months of full-time commitment to the project. The student will receive $5,000 plus room and board for 10 weeks of commitment to the projection. Application deadline: March 2011. For more information, please visit http://www.chem.unl.edu/SummerResearch/.

NSF funded REU Summer Program at SUNY at Buffalo

2011-01-06T14:16:00.002-05:00

The Chemistry Department at State University of New York at Buffalo will be hosting REU summer program funded by NSF. They will begin accepting applications on January 5, 2011. For more information and to apply, please go to: http://www.chemreu.buffalo.edu.

ACS Philadelphia Section 11th Annual Poster Session

2011-01-06T14:03:00.004-05:00

On Thursday, February 10, 2011 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Temple University (the Mitten Hall Great Court, Philadelphia, PA) the American Chemical Association will be holding their 11th Annual Poster Session. All are invited to participate and attend. This is an excellent opportunity for students to present their research. Abstracts for posters may be submitted in ALL areas of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and Biochemistry. (Abstracts in ACS electronic format should be submitted to gradposters@aol.com by January 28th, 2011. You must include: electronic copy, professor's name, principal author's name and level of study (undergraduate, graduate, high school), affiliation of all authors and institutions involved in submitted work.) Because of a donation from the Dow Corporation, there will be prizes awarded to the best posters. Deadline for registration is February 1, 2011. Please register at www.PhilaYCC.org/PS11.html. Cost is $15 wich covers admission and refreshments (drinks, dinner, dessert).

NASA Summer Undergraduate Internships in Astrobiology

2011-01-04T12:28:00.002-05:00

NASA's Goddard Center for Astrobiology Summer Undergraduate Insternships has six to eight spots open for undergraduate students who wish to gain research experience in areas related to Astrobiology, such as observational and laboratory astrochemistry, composition of comets and meteorites, infrared astronomy (spectrosopy and physics of comets, planets, and exoplanets), dynamics of the proto-planetary disk, advanced instrument development, and so on. This is a ten-week program and consists of one-on-one research with a scientist or member of the GCA team. Deadline is February 1, 2011 for more information and application, please visit the SUIA web site: astrobiology.gsfc.nasa.gov

Colorado Center for Biorefining and Biofuels (C2B2) Summer Research

2011-01-04T11:36:00.002-05:00

The Colorado Center for Biorefining and Biofuels is now seeking applications for the 2011 Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates Program. Visit www.C2B2web.org for application requirements. Completed applications must be received as of February 20, 2011 at 11:59 PM. If you have questions, please feel free to contact the Center Coordinator at C2B2@colorado.edu or call 303-735-2503

Research Position Available - Drexel University

2011-01-04T11:30:00.003-05:00

Drexel University College of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology has a opening for a BS-level research technician to pursue studies of the nuclear pore complex. This is a one-year, full time position with benefits and as such it is ideal for newly graduated Chemistry majors who are looking to bolster their research experience before applying to graduate or medical school. (See posting on Chemistry Computer Lounge bulletin board in M211) They seek a highly motivated, recently graduated chemistry major to participate in a new collaboration between the laboratories of Lynn Penn and Pat Loll. They are hoping to fill this position by June 2011. Interested candidates should send a CV, a brief description of their research experience, and 2-3 reference letters to ploll@drexelmed.edu

National Honor Society for Women in Chemistry

2011-01-03T11:22:00.003-05:00

IOTA SIGMA PI is soliciting nominations for the following awards and scholarships: 2011 Agnes Fay Morgan Research Award; 2011 Centennial Award for Excellence in Teaching, 2011 Violet Diller Award for Professional Excellence; 2011 National Honorary Member. Deadline for submission is FEBRUARY 15, 2011 for the annual awards and FEBRUARY 15, 2011 for the triennial awards. All nomination forms and criteria for the awards and scholarships are in the Chemistry Student Computer Lounge (M211). The award amounts are $500 for the Agnes Fay Morgan Research Award and the Centennial Award for Excellence in Teaching, and $1,0000 for the Violet Diller Award for Professional Excellence, and $1500 for the National Honorary Member. This can be the start of an award dossier, we will hold nominations for up to three years. For more information please contact Dr. Sara N. Paisner, sara_paisner@lord.com or call her at (919) 469-2500 x 2490.

West Virginia University Center for Neuroscience

2010-12-22T09:39:00.003-05:00

The West Virginia University Center for Neuroscience extend the opportunity to participate in their 10-week Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI) program. Students accepted to the program will receive a $3,000 stipend, plus a $1,000 housing allowance. Application deadline is February 1, 2011. This program runs from May 25th to August 5th, 2011. Applicants are required to submit their curriculum vitae, official college transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. For more information, please visit: www.hsc.wvu.edu/wvucn/SURI/index.asp

Teacher Prep Program for all Majors

2010-12-20T14:46:00.002-05:00

MATCH Charter Public School is recruiting Villanova Chemistry Students for the MATCH Corps . This is a one year teacher training program for students interested in teaching in low-income charter schools. For more information, go to: http://www.matchschool.org/publications/mtr_evaluation.pdf to apply, go to: http://apply.matchschool.org/apply.php Or contact, Colin Bottles, Director of Recruiting - MATCH Charter Public School 617-232-0300 ext. 135

Summer Undergrad Research duPont Hospital for Children

2010-12-14T13:17:00.003-05:00

Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children are accepting applications beginning December 6, 2010 for summer 2011 program. 10-week paid scholarships are avilable for undergraduate students to pursue biomedical research. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and interest in basic and applied sciences, health care, pre-med, or related fields. Online application and information: www.NemoursResearch.org/Scholarship; For more information on Nemours Biomedical Research: www.Nemours.org/research.html Application Deadline is January 21, 2011. Program begins June 6 and ends August 12, 2011.

Environmental Internship 10 week Summer Program

2010-12-09T10:53:00.003-05:00

CDC/ATSDR's National Center for Environment Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry is offering a 10-week summer internship program for students majoring in environmental, physical, biological, chemical, and/or social sciences, or related fields to take place June 8 - August 12, 2010. Interns will be based at CDC/ATSDR's Atlanta-Chamblee Campus where NCEH/ATSDR is housed. Students are paid $500 a week during the course of the program. Please go to our website www.cdc.gov/nceh/cleh for more information and application instructions. Applications are due February 2, 2011.

Center for Computational Quantum Chemistry 2011 Summer Undergraduate Research Program

2010-12-08T15:59:00.002-05:00

The Summer Research Program at the Center for Computational Quantum Chemistry (University of Georgia) is designed to provide outstanding undergraduate chemistry, physics and mathematics majors an opportunity to explore quantum chemistry at a world-class research institute. A monthly stipend of $2,000, as well as a travel stipend of $400, completion of an independent research project under guidance from a senior group member, abundant access to the center's extensive computational resources, are among the many benefits this program provides. Please visit our website, www.ccqc.uga.edu/summer or send us an email at summer@ccqc.uga.edu Apply by February 1, 2011

REU Program at Miami University

2010-12-08T15:47:00.003-05:00

Miami University's Chemistry & Biochemistry Department are accepting applications from students to participate in a 10-week NSF funded program that will emphasize research and counseling in Biochemistry and Chemistry. All participants will receive a summer scholarship of $5,000, University housing, travel reimbursement and stipends to attend a conference. Application Deadline is March 1, 2011. For more information contact: chemreu@muconnect.muohio.edu or visit their website at chemistry.muohio.edu/REU

ACS Sponsored Nuclear and Radiochemistry Summer School Program

2010-12-08T15:39:00.002-05:00

If you are interested in a 6 week summer course in Nuclear and Radiochemistry in either CA or NY, please check out the following link: http://www.nscl.msu.edu/~mantica/2011_SummerSchoolFlyer.pdf This program is offered through either San Jose Sate University or SUNY-Stony Brook. Selected students also receive a stipend of $4,000. The deadline for applications is February 1, 2011. For downloadable application and forms, http://www.cofc.edu/~nuclear/nukess.html

Summer Undergraduate Research Program - Gerstner Sloan-Kettering

2010-11-04T13:06:00.003-04:00

The Gerstner Sloan-Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences sponsors a 10-week research program for outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in biomedically related sciences. For more information, please go to: surp@sloankettering.edu Students who are interested in applying to the program can find the application materials at www.sloankettering.edu. In addition to the application form and essay, students should submit an official transcript and two letters of recommendation. These letters should be written by faculty members who are familiar with your academic credentials or, if applicable, written by the research advisor. The deadline for submission of all application materials is February 1. Applicants will be notified of a decision between March 1 and March 15.

Southern Teachers Agency

2010-11-04T13:03:00.003-04:00

Chemistry teaching jobs available. For most of these positions a bachelor's degree with a major in Chemistry (or at the very least a chemistry minor) is essential, but teacher certification is not. Of course, a degree in science education is highly desirable as is a master's degree in Chemistry. Please visit the website at www.SouthernTeachers.com for more information and an on-line application or email them at: Teachers@SouthernTeachers.com

NSF - East Asia & Pacific Summer Institutes (EAPSI)

2010-11-04T12:57:00.004-04:00

Interested in Summer Research and exposure to other cultures? The goals of EAPSI are to introduce students to East Asia and Pacific science and engineering in the context of a research setting, and to help students initiate scientific relationships that will better enable future collaboration with foreign counterparts. The institutes last approximately eight to ten weeks from June to August. Please go to www.nsf.gov/eapsi for more information. DEADLINE: November 10, 2010

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program - Southwestern Medical Center

2010-11-04T12:47:00.005-04:00

UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas is offering, for the 18th consecutive year, their SURF program. Students interested in Cancer Biology, Biochemistry Microbiology, Neuroscience and Pharmacology should apply. The SURF website and on-line application can be found at www.utsouthwestern.edu/SURF. For the seventh consecutive year, they are also sponsoring the Quantitative and Physical Science Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (QP-SURF) Program. Students interested in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics or Chemistry should apply. The program website and on-line application for QP-SURF can be found at www.utsouthwestern.edu/QP-SURF. Both programs run from June 6th through August 12th, 2011. Their application deadline is February 9, 2011.

2011 NNIN REU Program

2010-11-04T12:38:00.005-04:00

The 2011 National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network Research Experience for Undergradutes Program online application is now available at: http://www.reu.nnin.org/ and the full information for the program itself is at http://www.nnin.org/nnin_2011reu.html Any questions, please email Ms. Melanie-Claire Mallison at mallison@cnf.cornell.edu

Summer Internship - SCI Scholars - Chemistry/Chemical Engineering

2010-11-04T11:26:00.003-04:00

This summer internship program is a joint effort of the SCI, AIG, ACS and AIChE, and was developed to introduce chemistry and chemical engineering students to careers in the chemical industry. Exceptional sophomores and juniors with a GPA of at least 3.5 and who are majoring in chemistry or chemical engineering are encouraged to apply. Each scholar will receive up to $6,000-$10,000 for a ten week internship. Applications are due December 15, 2010. Interested students should visit www.acs.org/sci to fill out an application and get more information.

Thomas Jefferson University: Jefferson College of Graduate Studies Recruiting at Villanova University

2010-10-07T15:12:00.000-04:00

Make the Discovery! Please tell your students that they are invited to a discussion on the opportunities for graduate training in the biomedical sciences at Thomas Jefferson University, followed by a seminar given by a Jefferson faculty member. Information Session: * Event: Info Session on Biomedical Graduate Programs & Summer Research * Program Speaker: Dr. Lisa Kozlowski, Associate Dean for Postdoctoral Affairs & Recruitment joined by Nikolas Baksh, Villanova Senior who participated in Jefferson's Summer Research Program. * Date: Thursday, October 7, 2010 * Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm * Place: Mendel Rm. 188 Prospective students will have the chance to ask questions pertaining to the various programs of study as well as the application and admission process. Seminar: * Title: "Arresting Developments in Signaling, Trafficking and Disease" * Speaker: Dr. Jeffrey Benovic, Professor & Chair of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology * Date: Thursday, October 7, 2010 * Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm * Place: Mendel Rm. 102 For additional information on our programs click here for our website. Faculty are welcome and encouraged to attend! Sincerely, Marc E. Stearns Director,Admissions and Recruitment Jefferson College of Graduate Studies Thomas Jefferson University 1020 Locust Street, Rm. M-60 Jefferson Alumni Hall Philadelphia, PA 19107-6799 marc.stearns@jefferson.edu (215) 503-0155 (Voice) (215) 503-9920 (Fax)

NSF Chemistry Careers Workshop at Drexel U.

2010-09-30T15:05:00.001-04:00

Workshop on Careers in Chemistry planned for October 16, 2010(10 am - 3 pm) at Drexel U., event for undergrads and high school students, funded by NSF CAREER. Email Dr. Liz Papish (ep322@drexel.edu) if you are a college or high school student and you want more info or plan to attend, workshop participation and lunch provided free of charge. RSVP by October 8th, 2010 to dixon092184@hotmail.com, please include the subject line "NSF Chem Careers Workshop" on your email, indicate your name, college or HS and year (freshman, etc). Workshop is limited to 100 participants, so RSVP early.

Workshop will feature a panel presentation featuring different chemistry careers, including representatives from research universities and liberal arts colleges (schools with differing teaching/research emphasis), chemical industry and non-traditional chemistry careers (patent law, forensics, etc.). The panel members will also be at various stages of their careers, from graduate students and postdocs to newly hired and experienced professionals. The panel presentation will be followed by lunch and small round table discussions, so the students will have ample time to ask questions. We hope to give students a glimpse of the wide variety of chemistry careers, including what the various careers are like on a day to day basis and what education and training decisions allow students that like chemistry and science to enter these careers.

Career Center's Campus Recruiting Bulletin

2010-09-03T08:41:00.001-04:00

Career Services is now the Career Center and we are located in Garey Hall, Suite 117

THE FIRST ON-CAMPUS RECRUITING (OCR) BULLETIN IS AVAILABLE

These bulletins announce the companies who are conducting upcoming campus interviews for both full-time and summer internships. They are posted in our eNewsletter and on our website. This is being sent to you so you are made aware of the opportunities for your students. Please feel free to post it and/or share it with your colleagues and students.

View our current eNewsletter Network for upcoming events which is emailed to your students each Thursday.

In addition to the Career Center reviewing resumes every day, representatives from the following companies will be reviewing resumes for all Engineering and Science students on Thursday, September 9th in Falvey (Holy Grounds) between 2 and 6 pm.

AEROTEK, AIR PRODUCTS, BLOOMBERG, COMCAST, EXELON, LOCKHEED MARTIN, VANGUARD AND VERIZON WIRELESS

The Fall 2010 Career Fair will be held on September 15th (2 – 6 pm) in the Pavilion. Please click here to see a list of the participating organizations

Invitation - Law School Admission Panel Event - Tues, Sept 7, 2010 at 5:00pm

2010-09-01T12:54:00.001-04:00

INVITATION:

Are you interested in law school? You are invited to the Law School Admission Panel. Meet representatives and learn about the admission process from admission deans and representatives.

Law School Admission Panel Event - Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at Villanova University, 5:30pm-6:30pm

Admission representatives will discuss the admission process, including personal statements and disclosure issues, and answer questions. Students will be able to meet admission representatives at the conclusion of the event.

Participating Law Schools:

Boston College School of Law
Drexel University Earle Mack School of Law
Fordham University School of Law
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Temple University Beasley School of Law
University of Pittsburgh School of Law

Date, Time, and Location:

Tuesday, September 7
Falvey Library, 1st Floor Cafe - located on Main Campus, Villanova University
Registration: 5:00pm-5:30pm
Panel: 5:30pm-6:30pm

RSVP required at lawadvising@villanova.edu

Professional or business casual dress recommended

Host: The Law School Advising Program, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Villanova University

Co-Sponsors: The Law School Advising Program and the Career Center

Karen Graziano, J.D.
Assistant Professor, English Department
Law School Advisor, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Faculty Advisor, Office of Advising
Phone: 610-519-7427
Email: karen.graziano@villanova.edu Law School Advising Website: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/college/advising/development/law/

Internship program in Radiation Oncology at UPenn - SUPERS@PENN

2010-08-24T10:00:00.001-04:00

I am writing this letter in my role as director of a summer undergraduate internship program in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Medicine. The program, SUPERS@PENN, is designed for highly motivated undergraduates who are considering careers in academic medicine and specifically in biomedical research. This program is funded through an R25 award from the NCI and NIH. The aim of the program is to introduce bright and highly motivated students to diverse fields that study the effects of radiation in the treatment of cancer and in other biological systems. A second goal of the program, which is every bit as important, is to achieve diversity in the classes we recruit (with regard to race, ethnicity, sex and geography).

The program is designed to run for two consecutive summers, therefore we give preference to rising juniors in our first year class, who then have the option of returning as rising seniors for a second summer of training in our laboratories. More information about SUPERS@PENN can be viewed on our website www.med.upenn.edu/supers. Recently we completed the first summer of the program. 10 students from 9 different institutions scattered about the country participated. To underscore the types of individuals we are looking for: These 10 students came from biology, chemistry, biochemistry and bioengineering backgrounds. The mean GPA of this highly competitive group was 3.77 (with a high of 4.0 and a low of 3.42). More importantly their individual statements and letters of recommendation indicated their particular interest in pursuing a research career trajectory.

We would love to include Villanova in future mailings pertaining to the 2011 SUPERS@PENN program (the first of these will be sent out sometime in September). Please feel free to forward this e-mail the appropriate individual or individuals who are best suited to direct the appropriate students into the SUPERS@PENN program. Or you can send me their names directly to me, at this e-mail address.

Thank You, best and warmest regards,
Steve Tuttle

Stephen W. Tuttle, Ph.D., Program Director | SUPERS@PENN | tuttle@uphs.upenn.edu | 198 John Morgan, 3620 Hamilton Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | office phone 215-898-0064

Chemistry Teacher (Vacancy Announcement)

2010-07-28T20:49:00.000-04:00

A private, college-preparatory school in Maryland is seeking a chemistry teacher to commence work in August 2010. This is a full-time teaching position. The duties include teaching several levels of chemistry (including a section of AP chemistry) and one class of physics. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the full life of the school by coaching athletic teams or supervising extracurricular activities. Location: Baltimore, Maryland Work Begins: August 2010 Compensation: Highly competitive with local public school salary schedules. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in chemistry. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Strong academic record. Teacher certification not required. To apply, visit our website and complete the online application: www.SouthernTeachers.com Southern Teachers Agency 7 Elliewood Ave., Suite 2A Charlottesville, VA 22903-2603 Tel (434) 295-9122 Teachers@SouthernTeachers.com

Advanced Chemistry of Art Workshop June 2 - 7, at Villanova University

2010-05-19T16:04:00.001-04:00

The NSF funded workshop “Advanced Chemistry of Art” is being hosted on campus June 2-7, 2010. Additional information on the workshop can be found at http://chemistry.gsu.edu/CWCS/art_adv.php

JEFFERSON ADMISSIONS WORKSHOP – Nuclear Medicine or MRI Technologist – Thursday, May 13th from 10 am to 12 pm

2010-05-05T13:44:00.001-04:00

Earn a BS in 2 years if you have 50 prerequisite credits or in 12 months if you already have a bachelor’s degree and the prerequisites. Continue on to complete a MS in 12-24 months. Apply by June 1 to start in September 2010. Learn more at a Jefferson Admissions Workshop, Jefferson School of Health, 130 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. For more information and to register for the workshop call 215-503-8890 www.jefferson.edu/radsci

New Master’s Program in Biotechnology at BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY

2010-04-29T10:52:00.001-04:00

Two-Year Professional Science Master’s in Biotechnology being offered at Brandeis University. Anyone interested can apply (fee waived). For more information please visit http://www.brandeis.edu/gsas/apply/specialfeewaiver.html or go to http://www.bio.brandeis.edu/grad/biotechnology to apply.

Science Writer Internship

2010-04-23T13:41:00.001-04:00

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) is looking for a student member to work as a science writer in our editorial office this summer. You will gain experience working for two of our publications: Chemistry World and Education in Chemistry. This eight week position, supported by the Marriott Bequest Trust, will provide a hands-on introduction to the complete editorial process from writing and editing to page layout and printing. For further information, please visit the following link: http://www.rsc.org/AboutUs/rscwork/Sciencewriterinternship.asp

CHEMISTRY TEACHER WANTED

2010-04-19T16:20:00.001-04:00

A private, college-preparatory school in Florida is seeking a science teacher to commence work in August 2010. This is a full-time teaching position for high-school chemistry. Ideally, the teacher would be able to teach sections of biology as well, but this is not an absolute requirement. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the full life of the school by coaching athletic teams or supervising extracurricular activities. Location: Boca Raton, Florida Work Begins: August 2010 Compensation: Competitive with local public school salaries Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, preferably with a minor in biology. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Strong academic record. Teacher certification not required. Apply at www.SouthernTeachers.com

University of Notre Dame launches a new Master’s Degree Program –ESTEEM – a one year accelerated master’s degree program

2010-04-13T16:35:00.001-04:00

Notre Dame has launched an exciting, new master’s degree program for science, computer science, math and engineering graduates. This program is designed for students who do not intend to pursue a Ph.D. in their field. It offers them a way to apply their undergraduate science or engineering background to the high technology business sector instead. ESTEEM (Engineering, Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Excellence Master) is an innovative one-year accelerated master’s degree program developed jointly by the College of Science, the College of Engineering and the Mendoza College of Business to address the many challenges engineering and science graduates encounter in today’s high technology business world. Focused on innovation, entrepreneurship and product development, the program is designed to help students translate their quantitative skills to the high technology arena. For details, please visit the ESTEEM website at http://esteem.nd.edu/

Woodrow Wilson Ohio Teaching Fellowship

2010-04-13T16:26:00.001-04:00

The Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation announced the launch of the Woodrow Wilson Ohio Teaching Fellowship, which seeks to attract talented, committed individuals with backgrounds in the STEM fields – science, technology, engineering and mathematics – into teaching in high-need Ohio secondary schools. For further information about this program, please visit: www.woodrow.org/Ohio

Eli Burstein Lecture in Materials Science – Working at the Speed of Light – J.D. Joannopoulos, from MIT

2010-04-13T16:07:00.001-04:00

Thursday, May 6, 2010 at 1:00 pm. The Laboratory for Research on the Structure of Matter, University of Pennsylvania will be hosting another Eli Burstein Lecture in Materials Science. It will take place at the Laboratory for Research on the Structure of Matter Auditorium, 3231 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. For more information, visit http://www.lrsm.upenn.edu

Lancaster Laboratories Job Opportunities

2010-04-13T15:19:00.001-04:00

Lancaster Laboratories are seeking, Chemists, Biochemists and Microbiologists. Consider joining Lancaster lLaboratories where people are the most important element in our chemistry. We offer growth opportunities and an excellent work environment with family friendly benefits, including on-site child-care, adult day-care, and nearby fitness center. Full-time employment offers benefits such as health and life insurance, tuition and more. Log onto our website and complete our on-line application at: www.lancasterlabs.com/careers

Lancaster Laboratories, 2425 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, PA 17605

20th Annual Sigma Xi Student Research Symposium for Friday, April 23, 2010 -LAST CALL FOR ABSTRACTS – Deadline for Registration & Abstract Submission is Friday, April 9th

2010-04-08T10:24:00.001-04:00

The 21st Annual Student Research Symposium will be held Friday, April 23rd and is hosted by the Saint Joseph’s University Chapter of Sigma Xi. Undergraduate and Graduate Students in the areas of math, computer science, engineering, natural and the social sciences are invited to present their research in poster form during one of two sessions that evening. Go to http://www.sju.edu/srs to submit abstracts and all registration materials.

Rochester Institute of Technology’s (RIT) Annual Innovation and Creativity Festival on Saturday, May 1st from 10 am to 5 pm, at the RIT Campus in Henrietta, NY

2010-04-08T10:07:00.001-04:00

More than 500 exhibits and displays will be featured. You are cordially invited to this FREE event that showcases the innovative and creative spirit of RIT students, faculty and staff. For further information, go to their link at www.rit.edu/imagine

Congrats!

2010-03-17T22:28:00.002-04:00

Congratulations to Laura Hallisey (BS/MS Chemistry)! She and her curling team won the US Curling Nationals and are headed to the World Curling Championships. Good luck!

Research Positions at Children's Hospital

2010-03-17T15:53:00.001-04:00

Investigators at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine are seeking to fill several open research positions in biochemistry, genetics, and molecular/cellular biology. The positions are entry-level, suitable for college graduates with a background in chemical or biological sciences.

Interested students should provide a curriculum vitae and a cover letter, as attachments, to ThomasCat@email.chop.edu with the phrase "Research Position" as the subject.

Villanova University Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering presents CEE SEMINAR SERIES SPEAKER, Derick G. Brown, Ph.D., P.E.

2010-03-16T12:53:00.001-04:00

Dr. Brown is from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Lehigh University. His talk will be on Relationship between bacterial adhesion to a surface and cellular bioenergetics. This talk will be given on Friday, March 26, 2010 in the Center for Engineering Education, Room 001 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM All are welcome.

St. John’s University introduces their new Masters degree program in Biological and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

2010-03-16T12:43:00.001-04:00

Begun in 2007, the program is interdisciplinary and administered by the Institute for Biotechnology. Based upon the Professional Sciences Masters paradigm, the aim is to prepare students with a broad knowledge base so that they will be ready for a career in biotechnology. Students combine theory with practice through the capstone project, a required paid internship in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company. All of our graduates are either fully employed or are enrolled in graduate programs. The program also benefits from the high-tech academic resources of St. John’s. If you or anyone in your area would like more information about the program, please visit http://www.stjohns.edu/learnmore/01722.stj or call (877) STJ-7792 and ask for ext. 1601.

The Twenty-First Annual Elizabeth Cady Stanton Student Research Conference on Thursday, April 8, 2010, 1:00-7:00 PM in the Connelly Center

2010-03-16T10:45:00.001-04:00

1:00 PM Welcome – Cinema
Student Panel Presentations – Meeting Rooms

First Session: 1:10-2:30 PM Second Session: 2:40-3:50 PM

4:00 PM Keynote Address – Cinema

“’A Very Radical Proposition’: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the Meanings of the Vote” Lori Ginzberg, Pennsylvania State University

5:30 PM – Dinner and Awards – Villanova Room

Please R.S.V.P. for dinner by March 29th to (610)519-3815 or gws@villanova.edu

Women in Chemistry Career Pathways Conference: How is networking useful, or Why should I leave the lab for this?

2010-03-10T11:36:00.001-05:00

A conference on networking opportunities for women in the field of chemistry. Wednesday, 14 April 1:00–4:30 p.m. Chemical Heritage Foundation 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia Featured panelists include: * Madeleine M. Joullié, Professor of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania * Sharon L. Haynie, Principal Investigator, DuPont Central Research * Amy L. R. Bug, Professor of Physics, Swarthmore College This conference will bring together women in chemistry—undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty—from throughout the Greater Philadelphia area for presentations, a panel discussion, networking opportunities, and a special tour of the Museum at CHF. We hope to facilitate a network of young female chemists in the region. Full program details are available online. This event is presented by the Women in Chemistry Oral History Program of the Center for Contemporary History and Policy at CHF. It is free and open to the public. Registration required by 9 April. After the conference, stick around for The Secret Cinema at CHF, a free film screening that mixes rare, vintage educational films about science with classic science-fiction features, at 6:30 p.m.

The Secret Cinema at the Chemical Heritage Foundation: The Invisible Ray (Universal: 1936).

2010-03-10T11:33:00.001-05:00

Join us for the first of four screenings curated by Jay Schwartz of The Secret Cinema in conjunction with CHF's new exhibit, Marvels and Ciphers: A Look Inside the Flask. Each screening mixes vintage educational films about science with classic science-fiction features. Wednesday, 10 March 6:30–8:30 p.m. Chemical Heritage Foundation 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia Feature film: The Invisible Ray (Universal: 1936). Immediately following this screening, David Grazian, associate professor of sociology, University of Pennsylvania, will lead a discussion on the films’ depictions of scientific debate and discovery. This event is free and open to the public. Popcorn and other refreshments will be served. Additional program details are available online at www.chemheritage.org/TheSecretCinema. The next screening of The Secret Cinema at CHF will be 14 April 2010. For more information about CHF and upcoming events, visit our Web site or follow us online. http://www.chemheritage.org/events/the-secret-cinema/index.html

Dr. Ned Heindel will speak on Antidotes to Terrorist Toxins

2010-03-04T15:29:00.003-05:00

Dr Heindel from Lehigh University (Department of Chemistry) will speak on "Antidotes to Terrorist Toxins" Tuesday, March 9th at 4:30, Mendel 101. All are welcome to attend. World War I is called “the Chemists’ War” because of the variety of toxic gases employed. Gas masks provided some protection against the waves of chlorine and phosgene sweeping over the trenches, but the introduction in July 1917 of the blistering agent, known as sulfur mustard changed the dynamics of warfare forever. The gas penetrated most military garb and was absorbed unknowingly. The death-dealing effects didn’t appear till hours after exposure. Sulfur mustard is still around. It was employed in late 20^th century military operations, and the substance is believed to be a terrorist chemical of choice. CounterACT is a government sponsored project aimed at developing pharmaceuticals to block sulfur mustard’s toxic effects. Over 100 potential antidotes in five chemical classes have been designed, synthesized, characterized, and tested by our laboratory against sulfur mustard. Several anti-inflammatories are showing promise as interventional pharmaceuticals.

Chemistry Teacher (Vacancy Announcement)

2010-02-16T20:00:00.001-05:00

A private, college-preparatory school in Baltimore is seeking a Chemistry teacher to commence work in August 2010. This is a full-time teaching position for high school Chemistry and AP Chemistry. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the full life of the school by coaching athletic teams or supervising extracurricular activities.

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Work Begins: August 2010
Compensation: Highly competitive with local public schools
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field; master’s preferred. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Strong academic record. Teacher certification not required.

To apply, visit their website and complete the online application: www.SouthernTeachers.com

Southern Teachers Agency
7 Elliewood Ave., Suite 2A
Charlottesville, VA 22903-2603
Tel (434) 295-9122
Teachers@SouthernTeachers.com

Summer Research Internship for Minority Students - Marshall University School of Medicine

2010-02-16T16:30:00.001-05:00

Marshall University’s Biomedical Sciences graduate program is pleased to announce its 2nd Annual Summer Research Internship for Minority Students (SRIMS) to take place the summer of 2010. Applications from undergraduate minority students who have NOT graduated by August 2010 will be considered.

The program is nine weeks of graduate-level research in the field of biomedical sciences. Participants will receive formal research training while expanding their learning experience through workshops, seminars on current topics, mentoring and use of state-of-the-art core facilities.

Quick facts:

Dates for Summer 2010: June 1st – July 30th
$3,000 stipend PLUS FREE ROOM and BOARD and ASSISTANCE with TRAVEL!
Present results of research project at WV Summer Research Symposium
Application deadline is March 15th, 2010
Minority applicants only (e.g. Native American, Hispanic, African American, persons with disabilities). People of Indian decent are not considered minority in the science field. Applicant must be a US Citizen or have a green card.
Questions? Contact Diana at maue1@marshall.edu

All application information, including a mentor directory, and program information is available by clicking the following link: http://bms.marshall.edu/about/minorityresearch.aspx.

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society “Call for Abstracts”

2010-02-15T14:32:00.001-05:00

The Saint Joseph’s University Chapter, announces the 21st Annual Saint Joseph’s University Sigma Xi Student Research Symposium, which will be held Friday, April 23, 2010. Undergraduate and graduate students working in the areas of Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, the Natural, and the Social Sciences are invited and encouraged to present the results of their work in the poster session. The Symposium will commence at 5:00 pm on the Saint Joseph’s University Campus in Philadelphia, PA. It will open with the keynote address in the Wolfington Teletorium in Mandeville Hall. The poster sessions will start at 6:45 in the Campion Student Center. This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Hazel Barton, Ashland Professor of Integrative Science, Department of Biological Sciences, Northern Kentucky University. Her talk is entitled “Amazing Caves: Amazing Microbes” is free and open to the public. Registration fee for the symposium is $30 for students and $45 for faculty members. The optional dinner at Saint Joseph’s is an additional $15 for both students and faculty. Registration and abstracts are due by Friday, April 9, 2010. For more information including online registration for the symposium, please visit http://www.sju.edu/srs. We look forward to seeing you.

Villanova Undergraduate Research Grants

2010-02-01T10:41:00.001-05:00

The Center for Undergraduate Research and Fellowships, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the College of Engineering are happy to announce the 2010-2011 Call for Proposals for the Villanova Undergraduate Research Fellows (VURF) program. If you know of any students interested in independent research who are full-time Villanova undergraduate students, please have them visit our website below. The online application for funding to support independent undergraduate research during the summer of 2010 and the 2010-2010 academic year is due February 26, 2010. For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/college/academics/curf/undergrad_research/fellows/application/ If you have questions, please contact: hanna.lee@villanova.edu

Stowers Institute Scholars Program

2010-01-29T16:48:00.001-05:00

The 2010 Scholars Program is an intensive research experience in a stimulating scientific environment with state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with the most advanced technology. Scholars work under the direction of a scientist at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research on a specific project with defined objectives. Scholars receive a $3,000 stipend and non-Kansas city residents may apply for a housing allowance. For more information or to apply to to Training Programs at www.stowers.org and submit the following to studenttrainingprograms@stowers.org:

Pre-employment & Certification Forms
Statement of Interest
Official transcripts of undergraduate work
A minimum of 2 letters of recommendation from advisors

All materials must be received by February 26, 2010.

University of Alabama 2010 Summer Undergraduate Research Participation Program

2010-01-29T16:21:00.001-05:00

This program is supported by the National Science Foundation for students (preferably juniors, who will be seniors in the 2010-2011 academic year) who plan to attend graduate school in chemistry or a related field. Each student who is chosen to participate will receive a $5,000 stipend plus on-campus housing for 10 weeks (May 31 – August 7, 2010). The deadline for the application is February 28, 2010. For more information on the program please go to http://www.bama.ua.edu/~chem/undergraduate/summerprogs/surp.html. or call John Vincent at 205-348-5954.

NSF/REU Summer Undergraduate Research Program at the University of Southern California

2010-01-29T16:11:00.001-05:00

This ten-week program is an opportunity for students to conduct research in residence in our Chemistry Department. We offer projects in chemistry, biochemistry, and nanoscience. Housing, meals, student health center access, and travel costs are covered by the Chemistry Department, and students will also receive a stipend. Sophomores and juniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents may apply online by visiting: http://chem.usc.edu/undergraduate/reu_prog.html

The application deadline is March 15, 2010. For more information, please contact Anahit Marirosyan at 213-740-7040 or email at amartiro@usc.edu

Dr. Christopher T. Nomura will speak on "Polyhydroxyalkanoates production and potential applications"

2010-01-28T12:25:00.002-05:00

Dr. Christopher T. Nomura from the Department of Chemistry, SUNY-ESF http://www.esf.edu/chemistry/nomura/lab/ will be speaking at the Chemistry Professional Development seminar on Tuesday, February 2nd (4:30pm, Mendel Science Center 101). All are invited to attend! Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are microbially produced biodegradable polyesters with a wide variety of applications and ecological benefits compared to non-biodegradable, petroleum-based plastics. Despite the ecological benefits associated with PHAs, their production costs are significantly higher than petroleum-based plastics. Our lab takes a multi-disciplinary approach utilizing microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and polymer chemistry, in order to develop systems and methodologies to make these biodegradable polymers more cost-competitive with petroleum-based polymers. Although a variety of PHAs have been made in recombinant and native microorganisms, a major obstacle to their widespread use has been the expense of their production. One way to reduce costs is to lower the cost of the feedstock for their production. Current increases in petroleum-based fuel prices have led to a surge of interest in the production of biofuels such as biodiesel. The byproduct of the transesterification of triglycerides to produce biodiesel is glycerol. Although glycerol has several applications, the current market is saturated, thus, finding new uses for glycerol produced with biodiesel will be of the utmost importance. In this study we evaluated the ability to transform low-value glycerol from biodiesel production into a value-added, biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) polymer using various bacterial strains. Use of low-value glycerol as a carbon feedstock to be transformed to biodegradable plastics could lower the price of both PHA and biodiesel production and create a new marketplace for the anticipated excess waste glycerol from biodiesel production. In addition, the use of PHAs as hydrophobic compound capture devices is currently being explored with potential applications in bioremediation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

Elizabeth Cady Stanton Student Research Conference

2010-01-26T11:12:00.001-05:00

The deadline for submission of papers for the Elizabeth Cady Stanton Student Research Conference is coming up in one month: February 25. I’d like to request that you encourage students who might have written appropriate papers to submit for this conference. This is an opportunity for both undergraduate and graduate students to present their work in an appreciative and collegial setting; to participate in an intellectual exchange with other students and with faculty; and to compete for a cash prize. Papers from 2009 or this term, or written specifically for the competition are invited. In addition to essays, we also encourage submission of alternative forms of scholarship, including but not limited to original scripts, poetry or films with a particular feminist theoretical or critical foundation. If the feminist analysis is not overt in the creative work itself, the work should be accompanied by an essay that frames and explains the theory's application.

Please encourage your students to take part in this conference showcasing feminist concepts, theories, methods, and practices as either presenters or attendees. It's a terrific way for us to model what we do and to show the dynamism of Gender & Women's studies on campus. You might also consider giving your students an extra-credit option for attending either a student session on the day of the conference, April 8, or Lori Ginzberg’s keynote address on Elizabeth Cady Stanton: “‘A very radical proposition’: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the Meanings of the Vote.” Every year, students who otherwise would not have participated exclaim at how glad they are that they did.

The call for papers and additional information can be found at: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/gws/ecs_conference/ or by email at gws@villanova.edu.

Best regards,

Sherry Perlmutter Bowen, ECS Conference Committee

Drs Grannas and Palenchar will speak at Professional Development Seminar on Tuesday January 26th

2010-01-25T22:05:00.004-05:00

Students, If you are thinking about carrying out research at Villanova this summer or during the school year, you will probably want to attend PDS on Tuesday, January 26th. (4:30pm Mendel 101) Drs. Grannas and Palenchar will be speaking about the focus of the research in their laboratories. Both are taking students this summer and during the academic year. Dr Grannas carries out work in environmental/analytical chemistry and Dr Palenchar carries out work in biochemistry/parasitology. You can find out more about their work on their webpages, as well: http://www95.homepage.villanova.edu/amanda.grannas/ http://www29.homepage.villanova.edu/jennifer.palenchar/

Dr. Grannas on arcticstories.net!

2010-01-22T10:36:00.001-05:00

Dr. Grannas is one of six scientists profiled. Check it out! (scroll to the bottom of the page for her profile).

Direct links to the embedded videos:

Research Experience for Undergraduates at NCSU

2010-01-21T14:49:00.001-05:00

From the program coordinators:

The Department of Chemistry at North Carolina State University is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for the NSF Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) Program at NCSU. The program will run from June 2 through August 6, 2010. Undergraduate students selected for the program will be provided with the opportunity to gain experience with cutting-edge chemical research, with an emphasis on the fields of materials, life sciences and catalysis.

Students will have the opportunity to work closely with one of 25 faculty who are dedicated to the success of their students. Our research facilities include some of the most advanced instrumentation in the country. From our newly created NSF Center for Molecular Spintronics, to our W.M. Keck FT-ICR Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, to research programs in catalysis, protein engineering, drug discovery, and neurochemistry, we believe our department offers research in your area of interest. Additional highlights of our program include a generous $4,500 stipend for the 10-week program, full support for housing on campus and a partial meal allowance will be provided, on-site laboratory visits to gain exposure to industrial and governmental research careers, opportunities to interact with students in other REU programs at NCSU, and participation in a University-wide undergraduate research symposium at the summation of the program.

Additionally, the Research Triangle area, which includes Raleigh and NC State, is a wonderful place to live and visit, providing not just a high quality of life, but many important academic and industrial contacts for future employment. The Raleigh-Cary area is consistently ranked among the best places to live in America according to CNN Money.

We would like to take this opportunity to encourage you to apply to our program. Although March 16 is the deadline for applications, it is highly recommended that you submit an application as soon as possible. Offers will be extended throughout the application process and all positions could be filled prior to the application deadline. Review of applications will begin as early as February of 2009. If you have any further questions regarding the Department of Chemistry at NCSU, or would like to know more about our program and the application process, please visit http://www.ncsu.edu/chemistry/chemreu/index.html, visit us on Facebook at NCSU Chemistry-Reu or feel free to directly contact the REU coordinators below.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

REU Program Coordinators: Prof. Reza Ghiladi (Reza_Ghiladi@NCSU.edu); Prof. Elon Ison (Elon_Ison@NCSU.edu)

Environmental Internship CDC Collegiate Leaders in Environmental Health (CLEH)

2010-01-13T16:43:00.001-05:00

Environmental Internship

CDC Collegiate Leaders in Environmental Health (CLEH)

Opportunity Announcement

CDC/ATSDR’s National Center for Environmental Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (NCEH/ATSDR) is offering a 10-week summer internship program for students in Environmental Studies, Ecology, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, and other related majors to take place June 9-August 13, 2010. During the course of the internship, students are introduced to environmental health at the federal level through project collaboration, experiential learning opportunities, individual environmental health presentations, journal clubs, field trips, brown bag lunches, and through shadowing and mentoring relationships at CDC/ATSDR. Interns will be based at CDC/ATSDR’s Atlanta-Chamblee Campus where NCEH/ATSDR is housed. Students are paid $500 a week during the course of the program. Please go to their website www.cdc.gov/nceh/cleh for more information and application instructions. Applications are due February 16, 2010.

Eligibility requirements for CLEH interns:

US citizenship or Permanent Resident with a green card,
Full time enrollment at a college or university as a rising junior or rising senior by fall 2010
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and
An academic major or demonstrated coursework concentration in Environmental Studies, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Ecology or related fields.

Note: Seniors graduating in Spring 2010 will not be accepted to this program.

For more information, please email LT Cory Moore, Environmental Health Officer, USPHS, Program Development Office, NCEH/ATSDR at CLEH@cdc.gov

American Chemical Society International Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program (ACS-IREU)

2010-01-11T12:34:00.001-05:00

I would like to call your attention to the prestigious American Chemical Society International Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program (ACS-IREU) for students majoring in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering. This program is funded by the National Science Foundation, in partnership with the Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst (DAAD), the German Chemical Society (GDCh), the European Chemistry Thematic Network (ECTN), and several universities across Europe.

21-25 sophomores and juniors with one semester or summer of prior research experience will be selected to receive the ACS-IREU Scholarship to conduct research during the summer of 2010 at selected institutions in Germany, France, Italy and the UK. Detailed information and online application and recommendation forms can be found on their web site www.acs.org/ireu.

Although helpful, no foreign language expertise is required. All qualified students, including females and members of underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2010.

Graduate, Postdoctoral and Senior Research Awards at the NRC

2009-12-16T22:52:00.001-05:00

The National Research Council of the National Academies sponsors a number of awards for graduate, postdoctoral and senior researchers at federal laboratories and affiliated institutions. These awards provide generous stipends ($42,000 - $75,000 per year for recent Ph.D. recipients and higher for additional experience; Master's level stipends are $38,000 per annum), and the opportunity to do independent research in some of the best-equipped and staffed laboratories in the U.S. Research opportunities are open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and for some of the laboratories, foreign nationals.

Detailed program information, including instructions on how to apply online and a list of participating laboratories, is available on the NRC Research Associateship Programs Web site at:

www.national-academies.org/rap

Questions should be directed to the NRC at 202-334-2760 (phone) or rap@nas.edu.

There are four review cycles annually. Deadline dates for 2010 are:

February 1, 2010
May 1, 2010
August 1, 2010
November 1, 2010

Applicants should begin a dialogue with prospective Advisers at the lab as early as possible, before their anticipated application deadline.

H. Ray Gamble
Director of the Fellowship Programs
National Research Council
The National Academies
5000 5th Street NW, Keck 568
Washington, DC 20001

Chemistry Graduate Program at NC State University

2009-12-16T22:45:00.001-05:00

The Department of Chemistry at North Carolina State University is making an aggressive push to nearly double our graduate enrollment to 50 students annually. This is due to both an increase in the number of faculty as well as unprecedented levels of research funding from extramural sources (e.g. NSF, NIH, As a graduate student you will be working closely with one of 25 faculty who are dedicated to the success of their students. Our research is on the cutting edge of science and published in the leading scientific journals. Our research facilities include some of the most advanced instrumentation in the country. From our newly created NSF Center for Molecular Spintronics, to our W.M. Keck FT-ICR Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, to research programs in catalysis, protein engineering, drug discovery, and neurochemistry, we believe our department offers research in your area of interest. Everything you would need to have a highly successful and productive graduate career in the chemical sciences is available at NC State.

Our excellent support of our graduate students complements these strengths of our department. Tuition and health insurance are paid entirely by the department, and graduate students are provided a stipend ($21,000 per year) for living expenses. This graduate student support plan is guaranteed for the duration of your graduate career. Additionally, a number of prestigious research training programs are available, including the Jimmy V-NC State University Cancer Therapeutics Training Program, the NIH Molecular Biotechnology Training Program, as well as the Department of Education Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) Program in Nanoscale Electronic and Energy Materials (NEEM).

Additionally, the Research Triangle area, which includes Raleigh and NC State, is a wonderful place to live, providing not just a high quality of life, but many important academic and industrial contacts for future employment. The Raleigh-Cary area is consistently ranked among the best places to live in America according to CNN Money.

We would like to take this opportunity to encourage you to apply to our program - the application is online (due Jan 15th), only takes a few minutes to fill out, and is entirely free for domestic students. If you have any further questions regarding the Department of Chemistry at NCSU, or would like to know more about our program and the application process, please visit www.NCSU.edu/Chemistry, or feel free to directly contact the members of the Graduate Recruiting Committee listed below.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

The Graduate Recruiting Committee
Prof. Maria Oliver-Hoyo, Chair (Maria_Oliver@NCSU.edu)
Prof. Reza Ghiladi (Reza_Ghiladi@NCSU.edu)
Prof. Elon Ison (Elon_Ison@NCSU.edu)
Prof. Alex Nevzorov (Alex_Nevzorov@NCSU.edu)
Prof. Leslie Sombers (Leslie_Sombers@NCSU.edu)
Prof. Gavin Williams (Gavin_Williams@NCSU.edu)

C2B2-REU - Bioenergy Summer Program in Colorado

2009-12-16T17:21:00.001-05:00

ATTENTION Undergraduates!

The Colorado Center for Biorefining and Biofuels (C2B2) is now seeking applications for the 2010 Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates Program (C2B2-REU)!

Please visit www.c2b2web.org for the online application and additional submission requirements.

Students from all academic fields, interested in researching bioenergy.
Applications from underrepresented students are strongly encouraged.
U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and international citizens are eligible to receive funding.
Undergraduate applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program.

Completed applications must be received as of February 22, 2010 at 11:59 PM.

Questions? E-mail C2B2@colorado.edu or call 303.492.7736.

Merck Summer Internship

2009-12-16T10:14:00.001-05:00

Summer Internship 2010 – Medicinal Chemistry – West Point, PA

Meet the new Merck. A stronger pipeline. More products to help people in more ways. More passionate than ever about what matters to our customers.

Merck and Schering-Plough are now one company. We recently merged to create a stronger, more diverse and more truly global company. This not only benefits our company and our shareholders, but it also benefits the millions of people around the world who rely on our products and expect us to continue to deliver exceptional value. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of people like you.

To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. The Intern for the Medicinal Chemistry Department will function as a fully-integrated member of a drug discovery team. Day-to-day research will focus on using organic synthesis to solve key challenges in the progression toward a clinical candidate for a therapeutic target. The intern will also attend departmental and team meetings to provide a wider perspective on the drug discovery process in the pharmaceutical industry. The intern is responsible for accurate notebook recording, reaction set-up techniques, use of vacuum evaporation devices, thin-layer chromatography, flash chromatography, basic workup procedures, basic NMR interpretation, basic MS interpretation, safe lab practices. Intern will have the opportunity to gain further knowledge and skill set in refinement of organic chemistry skills, introduction to new spectroscopic and purification techniques, methods for parallel synthesis, exposure to problems in medicinal chemistry, perspective on the practical aspects of drug discovery.

We are seeking candidates with strong academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a multi- functional environment. If selected for interview, applicant must be prepared to submit letters of recommendation, a brief research statement and a copy of transcript.

This is a paid internship targeted to start in June 2010 for 10 - 12 weeks, whereby a weekly stipend will be provided. Housing and transportation to and from work are available for those interns meeting the housing distance guideline.

Qualifications:

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
Applicants who have completed 3 years of college studies preferred
Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.5 or higher preferred.
Basic laboratory skills and research experience preferred, such as: reaction set-up, monitoring and work up, flash chromatography, basic NMR and MS interpretation.
Applicant must provide a cover letter.
Applicants must be available for full-time employment for 10 - 12 weeks during the months of June - August 2009.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in an academic program

Our employees are the key to our company’s success. We demonstrate our commitment to our employees by offering a competitive and valuable rewards program. Merck’s benefits are designed to support the wide range of goals, needs and lifestyles of our employees, and many of the people that matter the most in their lives.

To be considered for this position, please visit our career site at www.merck.com/careers to create a profile and submit your resume for requisition #ADM004047. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V – proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.

2010 Summer Undergraduate Research Program

2009-12-09T15:10:00.001-05:00

Applications are now being accepted for the Thomas Jefferson University College of Graduate Studies Summer Undergraduate Research Program. Thomas Jefferson University is an internationally recognized academic health center with over $140,000,000 in sponsored biomedical research programs that provide a wide variety of opportunities for student research training. Jefferson College of Graduate Studies offers academic programs leading to the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in a variety of biomedical areas. Additional information about graduate training opportunities at Jefferson can be accessed from their website.

In an effort to acquaint you with our academic programs and areas of ongoing research, Jefferson College of Graduate Studies sponsors summer research positions that provide opportunities for upper-level undergraduate students (those who have completed their junior year), to work in the laboratories of active faculty researchers. The program is designed to provide a rich experience for those students interested in pursuing their graduate studies in the biomedical sciences.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PROGRAM INCLUDE

A stipend of $3,500 plus on-campus housing accommodation
A ten-week research experience from June 1 through August 7, 2010

Research Program Options Include:

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Molecular Pharmacology & Structural Biology
Cell & Developmental Biology
Molecular Physiology & Biophysics
Genetics
Neuroscience
Immunology & Microbial Pathogenesis
Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine

Application filing deadline: February 1, 2010. You can apply through the website. Follow the instructions on the first page of the application to submit your application by e-mail.

Alternatively, you may contact:

Marc Stearns, Director of Admissions and Recruitment, or
Kara Snyder, Admissions Assistant
Jefferson College of Graduate Studies
Thomas Jefferson University
1020 Locust Street, Suite M60
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Telephone: 215-503-4400
Email: jcgs-info@jefferson.edu

Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program 2010

2009-12-01T10:53:00.001-05:00

The Smithsonian Institution encourages access to its collections, staff specialties, and reference resources by visiting scholars, scientists, and students. The Institution offers in-residence appointments for research and study using its facilities, and the advice and guidance of its staff members in fields that are actively pursued by the museums and research organizations of the Institution.

At present these fields include:

Animal behavior, ecology, and environmental science, including an emphasis on the tropics
Anthropology, including archaeology,
Astrophysics and astronomy
Earth sciences and paleobiology
Evolutionary and systematic biology
History of science and technology
History of art, especially American, contemporary, African, and Asian art, twentieth-century American crafts, and decorative arts
Social and cultural history of the United States Folklife

POSTDOCTORAL Fellowships are offered to scholars who have held the degree or equivalent for less than seven years. SENIOR Fellowships are offered to scholars who have held the degree or equivalent for seven years or more. Applicants must submit a detailed proposal including a justification for conducting research in residence at the Institution. The term is 3 to 12 months. Both fellowships offer a stipend of $42,000* per year plus allowances. * Earth and Planetary Sciences Senior and Postdoctoral stipends are $47,000 per year.

PREDOCTORAL Fellowships are offered to doctoral candidates who have completed preliminary course work and examinations. The applicant must submit a detailed proposal including a justification for conducting the research in-residence at the Institution. Candidates must have the approval of their universities to conduct doctoral research at the Smithsonian Institution. The term is 3 to 12 months. The stipend is $27,000 per year plus allowances.

GRADUATE STUDENT Fellowships are offered to students formally enrolled in a graduate program of study, who have completed at least one semester, and not yet have been advanced to candidacy if in a Ph.D. Program. Applicants must submit a proposal for research in a discipline which is pursued at the Smithsonian. The term is 10 weeks; the stipend is $6,000.

Postmark Deadline for submission is January 15, 2010.

Additional information and application forms are available at www.si.edu/research+Study

Other 2010 Fellowships and Internships

In addition, applications for the following program can also be access at the above website as well as information on other Smithsonian fellowship and internship opportunities.

OR Contact:

Office of Fellowships
Smithsonian Institution
470 L’Enfant Plaza Suite 7102
MRC 902 PO Box 37012
Washington, D.C. 20013-7012
202-633-7070
E-mail: siofg@si.edu

Additional information and application forms are available at www.si.edu/research+Study

Chemistry on Ice: The effect of frozen surfaces on organic contaminants in the Arctic

2009-11-30T12:43:00.002-05:00

Our own Dr Glenn Rowland will be giving a talk on "Chemistry on Ice: The effect of frozen surfaces on organic contaminants in the Arctic" this Tuesday, Dec. 1st, at 4:40pm in Mendel 213. All are welcome to attend!

Mendel Medal Lecture - Friday, November 20

2009-11-18T18:30:00.001-05:00

On Friday, November 20, Kenneth R. Miller, Ph.D., a professor of biology at Brown University and this year's recipient of the Mendel Medal, will deliver the 2009 Mendel Medal Lecture in the Connelly Center Cinema (2:00 p.m. refreshments followed by the 2:30 p.m. lecture). This is an event not to be missed. Dr. Miller is a pre-eminent evolutionary scientist. In addition, Miller is the author of the acclaimed book, Finding Darwin's God: A Scientist's Search for Common Ground Between God and Evolution, a lively and cutting-edge analysis of the key issues that seem to divide science and religion. He contends that, properly, understood, evolution adds depth and meaning not only to a scientific view of the world, but also to a spiritual one. Learn more about Dr. Miller and his work at the web site listed below.

For additional information: http://clasvillanova.blogspot.com/2009/06/kenneth-miller-phd-to-receive-2009.html. If you have questions, please contact: mirela.damien@villanova.edu

Summer Internship Opportunity - University of Delaware

2009-11-13T15:46:00.001-05:00

There is an undergraduate summer research opportunity at the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment at the University of Delaware. Supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation's Division of Ocean Sciences, this REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) program supports ten undergraduate students to conduct research in marine science. They especially encourage applications from members of minority groups underrepresented in science.

The program will run for 10 weeks (June 7 - August 13). Please visit their website to find out more about the program. Student support includes a $3,300 stipend (which could increase to $4500 pending approval of our most recent proposal to NSF), campus housing, tuition for the one-credit course, and travel assistance. The application form and instructions are available on their website as well.

Interns will work with faculty and research staff in a graduate student atmosphere on a research topic in chemical, physical, or biological oceanography, marine biology, or marine geology.

This internship program will take place at the University of Delaware's Hugh R. Sharp Campus in the resort community of Lewes, located on the shores of the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean near Cape Henlopen State Park.

If you have any questions, please contact Ana Dittel at (302) 645-4275 or adittel@udel.edu.

Talk by Enivornmental & Geochemist Dr Usha Rao

2009-11-11T23:08:00.006-05:00

Dr Usha Rao from St. Joseph's University will be speaking on "The Presence of 129I from Nuclear Sources in the Sediments of Lake Ontario: Pathways, Inventories, and Redox Dependent Mobility" this Tuesday at 4:30 in Mendel 213. A reception will follow. All are welcome to attend You can learn more about Dr Rao's work here: http://www.sju.edu/academics/cas/chemistry/faculty/urao.html