UC Berkeley is pleased to announce the 2010 Amgen Scholars Summer Research Program in Science and Biotechnology. This national program provides participants with the opportunity to conduct research with a faculty member, obtain college research units, and receive a stipend, housing, meal plan, and transportation to and from the UC Berkeley campus.
Program dates are May 31 - August 6, 2010 and the application deadline is Tuesday, February 2, 2010. Berkeley welcomes applications from your students and appreciates if you would forward this information to your colleagues.
For more information about the program, please visit the following sites:
UC Berkeley Amgen Scholars Program Website at http://amgenscholars.berkeley.edu
National Amgen Scholars Program at http://amgenscholars.com
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Interested in a graduate level course?
As Phase II registration approaches, don't forget that junior and senior level students may be eligible to take some of the graduate level courses in our department. These typically are counted as chemistry or technical electives. Take a look at the offerings, and if you are interested contact Dr. Carrie Shepler at carrie.shepler@chemistry.gatech.edu
Looking for a CHEM or TECH elective?
BIOCATALYSIS AND METABOLIC ENGINEERING
ChBE 4760/6760, CHEM 4760/6760
Spring 2010
Dr. Andreas Bommarius
LECTURES:
Tuesday/Thursday, 8:00-9:30 am; classroom: ES&T L1125
Biocatalysis and Metabolic Engineering are in the process revolutionizing the areas of pharmaceuticals, fine chemistry, and biofuels over the next years, as biologically derived synthesis and processes will diffuse across ever more industries. This course for graduate and advanced undergraduate students provides an in-depth coverage of various topics in biocatalysis. The only requirements are prior knowledge in biochemistry as well as kinetics and/or reactor design. The course provides an in-depth coverage of various topics in biocatalysis and metabolic engineering. Goals of this course are the development of an understanding of proteins as catalysts, their functioning in metabolic networks, their application in various industries, and recognition of their potential for addressing future challenges in science and engineering.
ChBE 4760/6760, CHEM 4760/6760
Spring 2010
Dr. Andreas Bommarius
LECTURES:
Tuesday/Thursday, 8:00-9:30 am; classroom: ES&T L1125
Biocatalysis and Metabolic Engineering are in the process revolutionizing the areas of pharmaceuticals, fine chemistry, and biofuels over the next years, as biologically derived synthesis and processes will diffuse across ever more industries. This course for graduate and advanced undergraduate students provides an in-depth coverage of various topics in biocatalysis. The only requirements are prior knowledge in biochemistry as well as kinetics and/or reactor design. The course provides an in-depth coverage of various topics in biocatalysis and metabolic engineering. Goals of this course are the development of an understanding of proteins as catalysts, their functioning in metabolic networks, their application in various industries, and recognition of their potential for addressing future challenges in science and engineering.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Congratulations Graduates!
Many congratulations to our December graduates! We are exceptionally proud of you and wish you all the best!
Mr. Mehmet Bajin
Ms. Amanda Bryant
Mr. Michael Geist
Mr. Phillip Hairston
Ms. Rachel Henry
Ms. Bo Ri Kim
Ms. Sarah Lenceski
Ms. Katy Lin
Ms. Joo Young Moon
Mr. Gregg Nicholson
Mr. Matthew Peebles
Mr. David Rizzo
Ms. Katie Ryder
Ms. Christy Stager
Ms. Vierre Weathersbee
Mr. Mehmet Bajin
Ms. Amanda Bryant
Mr. Michael Geist
Mr. Phillip Hairston
Ms. Rachel Henry
Ms. Bo Ri Kim
Ms. Sarah Lenceski
Ms. Katy Lin
Ms. Joo Young Moon
Mr. Gregg Nicholson
Mr. Matthew Peebles
Mr. David Rizzo
Ms. Katie Ryder
Ms. Christy Stager
Ms. Vierre Weathersbee
Congratulations PURA winners!
Many congratulations to our School of Chemistry and Biochemistry recipients of the President's Undergraduate Research Award for Spring 2010.
Mr. Sean Miller with mentor Dr. Adegboyega Oyelere
Ms. Savini Santha with mentor Dr. Laren Tolbert
Mr. Kevin (KC) Vavra with mentor Dr. Jiri Janata
Mr. Jairo Zapata with mentor Dr. Christine Payne
Congratulations also to our adjunt faculty mentors Drs. Andreas Bommarius and C.P. Wong and their research student recipients of the PURA.
Mr. Sean Miller with mentor Dr. Adegboyega Oyelere
Ms. Savini Santha with mentor Dr. Laren Tolbert
Mr. Kevin (KC) Vavra with mentor Dr. Jiri Janata
Mr. Jairo Zapata with mentor Dr. Christine Payne
Congratulations also to our adjunt faculty mentors Drs. Andreas Bommarius and C.P. Wong and their research student recipients of the PURA.
Full fellowship for one year Master's program in Scotland
The Bobby Jones Fellowship is open to Georgia Tech students who are pursuing or will pursue graduate studies in selected areas of Physics, Electrical, and Computer Engineering. The fellowship provides one GT student the opportunity to earn a one-year non-thesis Master of Science degree at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland – a 600-year-old research university, voted Scottish University of the Year for 2008/2009, and one of the top 10 universities in the UK.
The recipient will receive $35,000 to cover fees and living expenses while enrolled at the University of St. Andrews.
Please join us at the Bobby Jones Fellowship Information Session on Tuesday, January 12th from 11 AM - 12 PM in Savant Building, suite 211, to learn more about this prestigious opportunity. Applications are due by February 1st, 2010. Application packet and details can be downloaded here.
The recipient will receive $35,000 to cover fees and living expenses while enrolled at the University of St. Andrews.
Please join us at the Bobby Jones Fellowship Information Session on Tuesday, January 12th from 11 AM - 12 PM in Savant Building, suite 211, to learn more about this prestigious opportunity. Applications are due by February 1st, 2010. Application packet and details can be downloaded here.
Southern Research--Employment Opportunity
Southern Research, located in Birmingham, Alabama, is currently seeking an entry-level Associate Chemist.
The Power Systems and Environmental Research Department at Southern Research Institute has an immediate opening for an entry-level or recently graduated chemist. The successful candidate will perform chemical analysis of fuel and ash samples in an analytical chemistry laboratory and participate in field measurements at full-scale coal-fired power plants and at the pilot-scale combustion research facility.
This chemist will be a key part of a team performing research on advanced air-pollution control technologies and combustion and gasification systems. Duties will be primarily running analytical chemistry equipment and performing sample analysis in the on-site analytical chemistry laboratory at Southern Research Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. However, duties will also include participating in field testing activities, which may or may not involve chemical procedures.
Experience working in an analytical chemistry laboratory and familiarity and experience with analytical instrumentation and on-line gas analysis is desired. Experience with laboratory and field sampling techniques and experimental procedures would also be helpful. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and good writing and communication skills are also desired and a B.S. degree in Chemistry is required.
**Your application must include a cover letter that gives your salary expectation as well as your college GPA to be considered.**
For more information, please contact:
Charles L. Burks
Advanced Human Resource Generalist
Southern Research Institute
2000 Ninth Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-581-2512 (phone)
205-581-2880 (fax)
burks@sri.org
The Power Systems and Environmental Research Department at Southern Research Institute has an immediate opening for an entry-level or recently graduated chemist. The successful candidate will perform chemical analysis of fuel and ash samples in an analytical chemistry laboratory and participate in field measurements at full-scale coal-fired power plants and at the pilot-scale combustion research facility.
This chemist will be a key part of a team performing research on advanced air-pollution control technologies and combustion and gasification systems. Duties will be primarily running analytical chemistry equipment and performing sample analysis in the on-site analytical chemistry laboratory at Southern Research Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. However, duties will also include participating in field testing activities, which may or may not involve chemical procedures.
Experience working in an analytical chemistry laboratory and familiarity and experience with analytical instrumentation and on-line gas analysis is desired. Experience with laboratory and field sampling techniques and experimental procedures would also be helpful. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and good writing and communication skills are also desired and a B.S. degree in Chemistry is required.
**Your application must include a cover letter that gives your salary expectation as well as your college GPA to be considered.**
For more information, please contact:
Charles L. Burks
Advanced Human Resource Generalist
Southern Research Institute
2000 Ninth Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-581-2512 (phone)
205-581-2880 (fax)
burks@sri.org
Pre-med Students Scholars Program in Organic Chemistry (SPOC)
A new ten week program at the University of Texan Southwestern offers college students an opportunity to learn organic chemistry in a controlled environment with an innovative and exciting approach.
-Students will be paired with an physician for clinical shadowing opportunities
-Begins June 1, 2010 through August 5, 2010
-Summer stipends provided for participants
Qualifications
-Underrepresented minority* or disadvantaged** undergraduates who will have completed general chemistry in college by June 2010
-SAT score between 1500 and 1900 or ACT score between 20 and 27
-Minimum GPA 3.0
-Must NOT have taken organic chemistry in college
-Participants responsible for locating their own housing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area during the summer of 2010
Application deadline: January 29. 2010
For more information
Contact:
Ada Granado, RN, MSN
Director of Minority Student Affairs
UT Southwestern Medical School
*Underrepresented minority students are defined as designated by the American Association of Medical Colleges as being underrrepresented in medicine as compared to their proportion representation in the general population (African American, Hispanic, Mainland Puerto Rican, Native American).
**Disadvantaged students are defined as designated by the Texas Joint Admissions Medical Program as financially eligible for a Pell grant and/or an Estimated Family Contribution of up to $8000 unless other evidence of economic disadvantaged status exists.
-Students will be paired with an physician for clinical shadowing opportunities
-Begins June 1, 2010 through August 5, 2010
-Summer stipends provided for participants
Qualifications
-Underrepresented minority* or disadvantaged** undergraduates who will have completed general chemistry in college by June 2010
-SAT score between 1500 and 1900 or ACT score between 20 and 27
-Minimum GPA 3.0
-Must NOT have taken organic chemistry in college
-Participants responsible for locating their own housing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area during the summer of 2010
Application deadline: January 29. 2010
For more information
Contact:
Ada Granado, RN, MSN
Director of Minority Student Affairs
UT Southwestern Medical School
*Underrepresented minority students are defined as designated by the American Association of Medical Colleges as being underrrepresented in medicine as compared to their proportion representation in the general population (African American, Hispanic, Mainland Puerto Rican, Native American).
**Disadvantaged students are defined as designated by the Texas Joint Admissions Medical Program as financially eligible for a Pell grant and/or an Estimated Family Contribution of up to $8000 unless other evidence of economic disadvantaged status exists.
Research Positions for Undergraduates, Spring 2010
The Bommarius laboratory (ChBE, CHEM, Bioengineering) specializes in biocatalysis, protein stability, biochemical engineering, and synthetic biology. We seek self-motivated, hard-working student researchers interested to continue for a PhD and/or MD after college, to work on cutting-edge research problems and to learn new skills.
Eligibility:
i) graduation date (B.S.) between 12/10 and 05/13 in BIOL, BMED, CEE, ChBE, or CHEM
ii) GPA at Georgia Tech > 3.30, preferably > 3.45
iii) basic laboratory skills, enthusiasm, self-motivation, flexibility, independence
iv) start in Spring 2010 for credit, interested to continue during summer 2010
Interested?: Please email resume (incl. i) major, ii) GPA, and iii) expected graduation date) to mentor and to Prof. Andreas S. Bommarius (andreas.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu).
Interviews with mentor: any time until Jan. 13; feedback: 1-3 days later; decision asap after agreement among student, mentor, and faculty advisor
Positions available on (each of) the following project(s):
Co-Evolution of Retinoic Acid Receptor Variants
The retinoic acid receptor (RAR) is a member of the nuclear receptor superfamily. RAR turns on gene expression in the presence of small molecule ligands, such as retinoic acid. We wish to evolve mutants of this receptor, which will bind and respond to β-lactam antibiotics. We wish to use this variant receptor to discover enzymes capable of antibiotic synthesis, providing cheaper, greener methods of production for these essential drugs.
The student will be responsible for the generation of RAR variants through error-prone PCR and testing for altered ligand specificity. The student will also be responsible for characterization of RAR variants using yeast based growth and β-galactosidase assays as well as mammalian cell based luciferase assays.
To accomplish these goals, the student will learn a number of biochemical and molecular biology techniques:
- PCR and error-prone PCR
- genetic cloning and subcloning
- working with bacterial and yeast systems
- mammalian cell culture
- Yeast two-hybrid assay (Chemical complementation)
Mentor: Michael Rood (mrood3@gatech.edu)
International Plan Updates
Announcements
INTA 1200-IP section: American Government in Comparative & Global Perspectives. The IP section (and only the IP section) of this course now fulfills the International Plan's International Relations requirement. It also fulfills Georgia Tech's American History / American Government requirement. It is restricted to IP students, as it is specifically designed with the interests and needs of the IP student in mind. Contact Stephanie Jackson at stephanie.jackson@inta.gatech.edu to request a permit. The spring semester course is taught TR 12:05-1:35 - CRN 29283
Contribute an article for the "Student's Corner" of the newsletter! If you have completed at least one term of international experience for the IP and want a chance to write about your experiences, then send a request along with a statement of your article idea to international plan@oie.gatech.edu.
The IP is on Facebook. Look for our group called International Plan: GIT Global as a way to connect with other IP students.
Upcoming IP Events
1st Annual International Plan Symposium - The International Plan is sponsoring a spring semester symposium scheduled for February 11th, 2010. Students who have completed one or both terms of their 26 weeks international experience requirement are invited to submit proposals for oral presentations or posters - Check out the website for more details at http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/events/event.html?id=5144
Group Advisement Session - Thursday, January 13, 2010, Room 319, Student Center, 11:00-12:00. This is a great chance for all IP students to have your questions answered and meet other students in the program. Each person who comes will get an IP tee-shirt
Policy Updates
The IP committee has determined that Middle Eastern countries such as Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, etc. will count as Foreign Language Track countries with students being required to use Arabic to fulfill the IP Language requirement.
Reminders
Students Going Abroad: Spring or summer 2010
Before going abroad, make sure to complete your International Plan "International Experiences Approval Form", previously "Authroized Signatures Form." Completing this form provides assurance that your time abroad will count toward IP requirements. Once you have obtained all signatures, please contact us at internationalplan@oie.gatech.edu to make an appointment to see Karen Pierce for the final signature. If you do not have this form already, you may find it on the IP website by clicking here.
After your form is signed, you'll be given permission to register for a course that indicates on your transcript that your time abroad is counting towards IP requirements.
Don't for get to apply for the IP stipend if going abroad. Application can be found on our website at: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/apply/stipend.html
Graduating Students
If you intend to graduate with the International Plan designation then you will need to turn in your "IP Degree Petition". Once you have obtained all signatures, please contact us at internationalplan@oie.gatech.edu to make an appointment to see Karen Pierce for the final signature. If you do not have this form already, you may find it on the IP website: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/resources/
INTA 1200-IP section: American Government in Comparative & Global Perspectives. The IP section (and only the IP section) of this course now fulfills the International Plan's International Relations requirement. It also fulfills Georgia Tech's American History / American Government requirement. It is restricted to IP students, as it is specifically designed with the interests and needs of the IP student in mind. Contact Stephanie Jackson at stephanie.jackson@inta.gatech.edu to request a permit. The spring semester course is taught TR 12:05-1:35 - CRN 29283
Contribute an article for the "Student's Corner" of the newsletter! If you have completed at least one term of international experience for the IP and want a chance to write about your experiences, then send a request along with a statement of your article idea to international plan@oie.gatech.edu.
The IP is on Facebook. Look for our group called International Plan: GIT Global as a way to connect with other IP students.
Upcoming IP Events
1st Annual International Plan Symposium - The International Plan is sponsoring a spring semester symposium scheduled for February 11th, 2010. Students who have completed one or both terms of their 26 weeks international experience requirement are invited to submit proposals for oral presentations or posters - Check out the website for more details at http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/events/event.html?id=5144
Group Advisement Session - Thursday, January 13, 2010, Room 319, Student Center, 11:00-12:00. This is a great chance for all IP students to have your questions answered and meet other students in the program. Each person who comes will get an IP tee-shirt
Policy Updates
The IP committee has determined that Middle Eastern countries such as Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, etc. will count as Foreign Language Track countries with students being required to use Arabic to fulfill the IP Language requirement.
Reminders
Students Going Abroad: Spring or summer 2010
Before going abroad, make sure to complete your International Plan "International Experiences Approval Form", previously "Authroized Signatures Form." Completing this form provides assurance that your time abroad will count toward IP requirements. Once you have obtained all signatures, please contact us at internationalplan@oie.gatech.edu to make an appointment to see Karen Pierce for the final signature. If you do not have this form already, you may find it on the IP website by clicking here.
After your form is signed, you'll be given permission to register for a course that indicates on your transcript that your time abroad is counting towards IP requirements.
Don't for get to apply for the IP stipend if going abroad. Application can be found on our website at: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/apply/stipend.html
Graduating Students
If you intend to graduate with the International Plan designation then you will need to turn in your "IP Degree Petition". Once you have obtained all signatures, please contact us at internationalplan@oie.gatech.edu to make an appointment to see Karen Pierce for the final signature. If you do not have this form already, you may find it on the IP website: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/resources/
Summer Research Experience for Undergraduate at Northwestern University
The Materials Research Center at Northwestern University offers a 9-week, paid summer research experience for undergraduates. The students are paired up with some of the leading research professors in science and engineering fields. Research areas include ceramics, polymers, nanocomposites, photonics, nanoparticles, molecular electronics and biomaterials. Students currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in science or engineering who are US citizens or permanent residents are eligible. The program dates this year are June 21 to August 20, 2010; Applications are due Feb. 15, 2010. Participants are paid a $4000 stipend and on-campus housing is provided.
For more information, please visit the program website
If you have any questions, please contact Martha J. Tanner at mrc@northwestern.edu, 847-491-3606.
For more information, please visit the program website
If you have any questions, please contact Martha J. Tanner at mrc@northwestern.edu, 847-491-3606.
Monday, November 30, 2009
CDC / ORISE Deadline approaching
I just got an email reminder about it and thought I'd pass it along to you! See the Saturday, October 24 post for details!
Graduate School in Hong Kong
Fellowships & Studentships for Masters and PhD Studies at The University of Hong Kong
East Meets West
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is an English speaking university. Founded in 1911, it is the longest established university in Hong Kong. It has gained the reputation as a world-class comprehensive research university with excellent research record and facilities. To further promote an international and multicultural campus, we encourage students from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds to join our MPhil and PhD programmes.
Highlights
Ranked 24th in the world in 2009 THE-QS World University Rankings
Ranked 1st among Asian universities in 2009 QS Asian University Rankings
A uniquely positioned study centre of East and West
A cultural mix of MPhil and PhD students from all over the world
High quality teachers and students
Leading-edge research in over 120 academic departments and research centres
High-quality research outputs
Top-class libraries, computer facilities, and state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment
Hong Kong PhD Fellowships (HKPF)
Fellowships of HK$240,000 (US$30,760) per year plus conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (US$1,280) per year for selected full-time PhD candidates with outstanding academic performance and research ability/potential
Online Application
Application Deadline: December 1, 2009
Enquiry:
Graduate School
Website: www.hku.hk/gradsch/apply
Tel: (852) 2857 3470
Fax: (852) 2857 3543
Email: gradsch@hku.hk
Address
Room P403, Graduate House, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, P.R. China
East Meets West
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is an English speaking university. Founded in 1911, it is the longest established university in Hong Kong. It has gained the reputation as a world-class comprehensive research university with excellent research record and facilities. To further promote an international and multicultural campus, we encourage students from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds to join our MPhil and PhD programmes.
Highlights
Ranked 24th in the world in 2009 THE-QS World University Rankings
Ranked 1st among Asian universities in 2009 QS Asian University Rankings
A uniquely positioned study centre of East and West
A cultural mix of MPhil and PhD students from all over the world
High quality teachers and students
Leading-edge research in over 120 academic departments and research centres
High-quality research outputs
Top-class libraries, computer facilities, and state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment
Hong Kong PhD Fellowships (HKPF)
Fellowships of HK$240,000 (US$30,760) per year plus conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (US$1,280) per year for selected full-time PhD candidates with outstanding academic performance and research ability/potential
Online Application
Application Deadline: December 1, 2009
Enquiry:
Graduate School
Website: www.hku.hk/gradsch/apply
Tel: (852) 2857 3470
Fax: (852) 2857 3543
Email: gradsch@hku.hk
Address
Room P403, Graduate House, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, P.R. China
NASA Ames Academy
The Ames Academy is an intensive educational program emphasizing group activities, teamwork, research, and creativity. The curriculum balances direct contact with science and engineering R & D with an awareness of the managerial, political, financial, social and human issues faced by aerospace professionals.
Included are seminars, informal discussions, evening lectures, supervised research, visits to other NASA Centers and Facilities, group project/s, tours posters/presentations, and assessment. Additionally, each weekend is filled with group activities, team building, off-site trips, and leadership training. Alumni of the NASA Academy programs stay in touch through a grassroots non-profit and have had great success in entering the workforce as NASA civil servants, contractors of the aerospace industry, and the many budding commercial space enterprises.
The 2010 Academy should serve as an extension of the "pipeline" and improve NASA's return on its investment in minority education programs. We want to continue exposing students to the science and leadership that NASA has to offer by inviting you to apply to the Academy program though our application website:
The Academy program is open to Undergraduate Juniors & Seniors and Graduate students before completion of their first year of Grad school.
Included are seminars, informal discussions, evening lectures, supervised research, visits to other NASA Centers and Facilities, group project/s, tours posters/presentations, and assessment. Additionally, each weekend is filled with group activities, team building, off-site trips, and leadership training. Alumni of the NASA Academy programs stay in touch through a grassroots non-profit and have had great success in entering the workforce as NASA civil servants, contractors of the aerospace industry, and the many budding commercial space enterprises.
The 2010 Academy should serve as an extension of the "pipeline" and improve NASA's return on its investment in minority education programs. We want to continue exposing students to the science and leadership that NASA has to offer by inviting you to apply to the Academy program though our application website:
The Academy program is open to Undergraduate Juniors & Seniors and Graduate students before completion of their first year of Grad school.
Anothe CDC (paid) summer internship!
Collegiate Leaders in Environmental Health (CLEH)
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 our website for more information and application instructions.
Applications are due February 16, 2010.
Eligibility requirements for CLEH interns:
1. US citizenship or Permanent Resident with a green card,
2. Full time enrollment at a college or university as a rising junior or rising senior by fall 2010
3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and
4. 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
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 our website for more information and application instructions.
Applications are due February 16, 2010.
Eligibility requirements for CLEH interns:
1. US citizenship or Permanent Resident with a green card,
2. Full time enrollment at a college or university as a rising junior or rising senior by fall 2010
3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and
4. 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
Robert Woodruff Foundation Fellowships
The Robert W. Woodruff Foundation, Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation, Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation, and Lettie Pate Evans Foundations invite applicants for the annual Woodruff and Whitehead Foundation Fellowship. More information on these foundations can be found here, here, here, and here.
This is a one-year opportunity for a recent college graduate to gain work experience and exposure to the charitable sector in Atlanta. The fellow will be included as a full member of a relatively small office staff and will participate in a range of foundation activity from administrative tasks to in-depth meetings with grantees and grant seekers.
Term of appointment: August 1, 2010 through July 31, 2011
Compensation: Competitive salary plus benefits
Applicants should send a resume and brief letter explaining their interests and qualifications to:
Ms. Lizzy Smith, Grants Officer
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1200
Atlanta, GA 30303
Questions concerning the position may be directed to Ms. Smith at 404-522-6755 or smith@woodruff.org
This is a one-year opportunity for a recent college graduate to gain work experience and exposure to the charitable sector in Atlanta. The fellow will be included as a full member of a relatively small office staff and will participate in a range of foundation activity from administrative tasks to in-depth meetings with grantees and grant seekers.
Term of appointment: August 1, 2010 through July 31, 2011
Compensation: Competitive salary plus benefits
Applicants should send a resume and brief letter explaining their interests and qualifications to:
Ms. Lizzy Smith, Grants Officer
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1200
Atlanta, GA 30303
Questions concerning the position may be directed to Ms. Smith at 404-522-6755 or smith@woodruff.org
CENTC Summer Undergraduate Research Program
Fellowships with the Center for Enabling New Technologies Through Catalysis
Conduct research at any of 13 locations!
June 14 through August 20, 2010
Previous experience is NOT required
Receive a summer stipend and compensation for travel and housing
Additional funding to present results at a professional conference also available
Attend and participate in CENTC's annual meeting in Seattle!
For more information contact:
Eve Perara, Director of Diversity
Education and Outreach
Phone: 206-543-3357
centcdeo@chem.washington.edu
www.nsfcentc.org
To apply, download a fellowship application.
Conduct research at any of 13 locations!
June 14 through August 20, 2010
Previous experience is NOT required
Receive a summer stipend and compensation for travel and housing
Additional funding to present results at a professional conference also available
Attend and participate in CENTC's annual meeting in Seattle!
For more information contact:
Eve Perara, Director of Diversity
Education and Outreach
Phone: 206-543-3357
centcdeo@chem.washington.edu
www.nsfcentc.org
To apply, download a fellowship application.
Monday, November 23, 2009
KAUST Information Session Update
KAUST INFO SESSION
Dr. Kenneth Minneman
Monday, November 30
11am-12pm
Student Center Room 301
Enrich your life with Graduate Studies at KAUST:
A passport to a multicultural adventure in science and technology on the shores of the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
Summary: KAUST is a brand new, graduate-only, science and technology research university located on an $11 billion residential campus north of Jeddah on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia. It has world-class research facilities and faculty, and the second largest endowment of any university in the world. Its mission is to address the compelling global challenges of our time: Food, Energy, Water, and Environment, with heavy emphasis on the enabling technology of Computational Science and Engineering. Students and faculty come from almost 70 different countries, and KAUST probably contains the most diverse group of students and faculty in the world. Full financial support is available for qualified applicants.
Dr. Kenneth Minneman
Monday, November 30
11am-12pm
Student Center Room 301
Enrich your life with Graduate Studies at KAUST:
A passport to a multicultural adventure in science and technology on the shores of the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
Summary: KAUST is a brand new, graduate-only, science and technology research university located on an $11 billion residential campus north of Jeddah on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia. It has world-class research facilities and faculty, and the second largest endowment of any university in the world. Its mission is to address the compelling global challenges of our time: Food, Energy, Water, and Environment, with heavy emphasis on the enabling technology of Computational Science and Engineering. Students and faculty come from almost 70 different countries, and KAUST probably contains the most diverse group of students and faculty in the world. Full financial support is available for qualified applicants.
National Health & Environmental Effects Research Laboratory Job Opportunity
The Gulf Ecology Division (Gulf Breeze, FL) of the National Health and Environmental Effects Research Laboratory, of the Office of Research and Development (ORD), U .S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is seeking one or more students, with a minimum of two or more years of college or a B.S. degree, to provide technical support services under a contractual agreement in support of research directed at understanding the physical, chemical, and biological dynamics of coastal wetlands and estuaries, determining ecological condition, evaluating rates and causes of declining systems, and/or predicting conditions under various water quality scenarios. The successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age and currently enrolled in a degree program or recent graduate.
For more detailed information regarding the Gulf Ecology Division, visit its home page.
The following contract specialties are available:
A. Coral Culture
B. Ecotoxicology Studies
C. Ecological Services and Human Well-Being Research Support
D. Estuarine Nutrient Dynamics
E. Ecological Services of Coastal Systems
The primary work location is 1 Sabine Island Drive, Gulf Breeze, Florida 32561. Work shall be primarily performed in a laboratory, but some field work may be required. Necessary instruction, training, and oversight shall be provided by EPA scientists who shall serve as mentors to the student contractors.
More information.
For more detailed information regarding the Gulf Ecology Division, visit its home page.
The following contract specialties are available:
A. Coral Culture
B. Ecotoxicology Studies
C. Ecological Services and Human Well-Being Research Support
D. Estuarine Nutrient Dynamics
E. Ecological Services of Coastal Systems
The primary work location is 1 Sabine Island Drive, Gulf Breeze, Florida 32561. Work shall be primarily performed in a laboratory, but some field work may be required. Necessary instruction, training, and oversight shall be provided by EPA scientists who shall serve as mentors to the student contractors.
More information.
World AIDS Day on campus
Dr. Manu O. Platt presents on AIDS Research in Recognition of World AIDS Day
Make sure to mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 1st at 11:10am! In recognition of World AIDS Day on December 1st, Dr. Manu O. Platt, Assistant Professor in the Biomedical Engineering Department, will be talking about the research he has been conducting in relation to AIDS. Dr. Platt has traveled internationally during the course of his research and attended the International AIDS Society / NIH Conference in South Africa this past summer. His presentation on December 1st will be in conjunction with the display of six panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt that day. He will be speaking in the Piedmont Room in the Student Center for approximately forty-five minutes.
Also in recognition of World AIDS Day, on December 1st six panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, a huge quilt commemorating the lives of over 40,000 people who lost their lives to AIDS, will be displayed on campus. Three of the panelswill be displayed in the CRC all day and another three of the panels will be on display in the Student Center from 10am - 2pm. More information about the AIDS Memorial Quilt can be found at www.aidsquilt.org/.
Make sure to mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 1st at 11:10am! In recognition of World AIDS Day on December 1st, Dr. Manu O. Platt, Assistant Professor in the Biomedical Engineering Department, will be talking about the research he has been conducting in relation to AIDS. Dr. Platt has traveled internationally during the course of his research and attended the International AIDS Society / NIH Conference in South Africa this past summer. His presentation on December 1st will be in conjunction with the display of six panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt that day. He will be speaking in the Piedmont Room in the Student Center for approximately forty-five minutes.
Also in recognition of World AIDS Day, on December 1st six panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, a huge quilt commemorating the lives of over 40,000 people who lost their lives to AIDS, will be displayed on campus. Three of the panelswill be displayed in the CRC all day and another three of the panels will be on display in the Student Center from 10am - 2pm. More information about the AIDS Memorial Quilt can be found at www.aidsquilt.org/.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
United States Department of the Interior--Environmental Policy Work
The US DOI, Office of Environmental Policy and Compliance (OEPC) is seeking an intern to engage in environmental policy work in their Atlanta office. The intern will become an integral part fo the function of the OEPC office including general office duties and general research. The exposure to various statues that governance natural resources include the National Environmental Protection Act, the National Historic Preservation Act, and the Federal Power Act.
The internship is for 20-25 hours per week in the Spring 2010 semester.
Application requirements:
US citizen
Enrolled in a college or university and receiving school credits
Must pass security clearance (fingerprint)
This is a non-paid internship for school credit only (we will have to work with DoPP on the credit). There is no monetary compensation.
For more information, please contact Gregory_Hogue@ios.doi.gov
The internship is for 20-25 hours per week in the Spring 2010 semester.
Application requirements:
US citizen
Enrolled in a college or university and receiving school credits
Must pass security clearance (fingerprint)
This is a non-paid internship for school credit only (we will have to work with DoPP on the credit). There is no monetary compensation.
For more information, please contact Gregory_Hogue@ios.doi.gov
Department of Homeland Security Scholarships and Summer Internships
For more information, go here.
DHS Scholarship Program
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for fall 2010
* Full tuition and monthly stipends
* Includes 10-week summer internships at federal research facilities or DHS Centers of Excellence
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2010
DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for summer 2010
* 10-week summer research experiences at federal research facilities
* $500 weekly stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2010
DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions
* Early career faculty teamed with undergraduate and graduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for summer 2010
* 10-week summer research experiences at DHS Centers of Excellence
* Stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location for faculty and students
* Application Deadline: February 1, 2010
Questions regarding DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org.
DHS Scholarship Program
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for fall 2010
* Full tuition and monthly stipends
* Includes 10-week summer internships at federal research facilities or DHS Centers of Excellence
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2010
DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program
* Undergraduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for summer 2010
* 10-week summer research experiences at federal research facilities
* $500 weekly stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location
* Application Deadline: January 5, 2010
DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions
* Early career faculty teamed with undergraduate and graduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for summer 2010
* 10-week summer research experiences at DHS Centers of Excellence
* Stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location for faculty and students
* Application Deadline: February 1, 2010
Questions regarding DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org.
National Science Foundation and Other Summer Undergrad Programs
Paid Summer 2010 Undergrad Research Placements!!!
Over 400 programs -Undergraduate REU and Other Summer Research Opportunities
See this site for more details
For Financial Support in Graduate School Opportunities
Bridges, GK-12, IGERT and NSF Grad Research Fellowship programs provide generous stipend ($30,000 per year) and tuition support for students through the National Science Foundation. More details here.
Over 400 programs -Undergraduate REU and Other Summer Research Opportunities
See this site for more details
For Financial Support in Graduate School Opportunities
Bridges, GK-12, IGERT and NSF Grad Research Fellowship programs provide generous stipend ($30,000 per year) and tuition support for students through the National Science Foundation. More details here.
Grad School and Fellowship Opportunities
Indiana University
Biochemistry Interdisciplinary Graduate Program
Application Deadline: see website
Indiana University is now accepting applications for its graduate program in the Interdisciplinary Biochemistry graduate Program. PhD students develop programs of study to pursue research in such areas as: Biological membranes, Cancer biology, enzymology of nucleic acids, neurobiology, and more.
For more information and to apply, go here.
Vanderbilt University
Application Deadline: see website
Vanderbilt University is seeking to recruit rising graduate students into their Chemical Biology Program. Areas of research include cell signaling, drug discovery, nanoscale science, molecular imaging, synthesis, etc. Student training programs consists of three parallel tracks: Chemistry Dept. Graduate Program; Interdisciplinary Graduate Program; and Chemical and Physical Biology Graduate Program.
Students in the Ph.D program receive a minimum annual stipend of $23,000 as well as full tuition ($36,096) and medical insurance ($2,194).
Available for outstanding applicants are fellowships of an additional $3,000 for 2 years and up to $10,000 extra for 5 years.
For more information and to apply, visit here.
Carnegie Mellon University
Application Deadline: see website
Carnegie Mellon is seeking individuals interested in pursuing doctoral studies in Engineering & Public Policy. The EPP department prepares students with science and engineering backgrounds for careers in research and analysis on policy problems in which the technical details are of central importance. Most research fall in one of four broad areas: Energy & Environmental Systems, Information & Communication, Risk Analysis & Communication, and Management of Technical Innovation and R&D Policy.
For more information and to apply
University of California, San Francisco
Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program
Application Deadline: see website
UC, SF is one of nine campuses of the University of California. It is among the leading research universities in the U.S.
The Biomedical Sciences (BMS) graduate program at UCSF trains PhD students for an exciting new phase of biological research- the application of molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques to the investigation of how mammalian cells, tissues, and organs function in heath and disease.
Some areas of study include: Cancer biology & cell signaling; human genetics, neurobiology; immunology; virology & microbial pathogenesis; etc.
For more information
Van Andel Institute
Application Deadline: see website
The Van Andel Institute offers a graduate program in cellular and molecular biology with an emphasis on translational research. The school is seeking applicants with a sincere motivation for molecular and genetic research. Generous stipend and excellent benefits are offered to qualified applicants.
For more information and to apply
Cornell University
Application Deadline: December 15, 2009 for fall 10 admission
Cornell University is seeking graduate applicants for its Graduate Studies program in Biophysics. Cornell's Field of Biophysics offers a doctoral program in biophysics that is interdisciplinary and highly individualized. Accepted PhD students receive full financial support through stipend and tuition scholarships. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more information and to apply
Biochemistry Interdisciplinary Graduate Program
Application Deadline: see website
Indiana University is now accepting applications for its graduate program in the Interdisciplinary Biochemistry graduate Program. PhD students develop programs of study to pursue research in such areas as: Biological membranes, Cancer biology, enzymology of nucleic acids, neurobiology, and more.
For more information and to apply, go here.
Vanderbilt University
Application Deadline: see website
Vanderbilt University is seeking to recruit rising graduate students into their Chemical Biology Program. Areas of research include cell signaling, drug discovery, nanoscale science, molecular imaging, synthesis, etc. Student training programs consists of three parallel tracks: Chemistry Dept. Graduate Program; Interdisciplinary Graduate Program; and Chemical and Physical Biology Graduate Program.
Students in the Ph.D program receive a minimum annual stipend of $23,000 as well as full tuition ($36,096) and medical insurance ($2,194).
Available for outstanding applicants are fellowships of an additional $3,000 for 2 years and up to $10,000 extra for 5 years.
For more information and to apply, visit here.
Carnegie Mellon University
Application Deadline: see website
Carnegie Mellon is seeking individuals interested in pursuing doctoral studies in Engineering & Public Policy. The EPP department prepares students with science and engineering backgrounds for careers in research and analysis on policy problems in which the technical details are of central importance. Most research fall in one of four broad areas: Energy & Environmental Systems, Information & Communication, Risk Analysis & Communication, and Management of Technical Innovation and R&D Policy.
For more information and to apply
University of California, San Francisco
Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program
Application Deadline: see website
UC, SF is one of nine campuses of the University of California. It is among the leading research universities in the U.S.
The Biomedical Sciences (BMS) graduate program at UCSF trains PhD students for an exciting new phase of biological research- the application of molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques to the investigation of how mammalian cells, tissues, and organs function in heath and disease.
Some areas of study include: Cancer biology & cell signaling; human genetics, neurobiology; immunology; virology & microbial pathogenesis; etc.
For more information
Van Andel Institute
Application Deadline: see website
The Van Andel Institute offers a graduate program in cellular and molecular biology with an emphasis on translational research. The school is seeking applicants with a sincere motivation for molecular and genetic research. Generous stipend and excellent benefits are offered to qualified applicants.
For more information and to apply
Cornell University
Application Deadline: December 15, 2009 for fall 10 admission
Cornell University is seeking graduate applicants for its Graduate Studies program in Biophysics. Cornell's Field of Biophysics offers a doctoral program in biophysics that is interdisciplinary and highly individualized. Accepted PhD students receive full financial support through stipend and tuition scholarships. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more information and to apply
Summer Research Opportunity--Vanderbilt University
Want to spend the summer in Tennessee?
Vanderbilt Institute of Chemical Biology
Application Deadline: Feb. 15, 2010
Program run: June 1- August 7 for approximately 10 weeks
This summer research experience, sponsored by NSF, Vanderbilt Dept. of Chemistry, et al., is seeking a select group of 12 rising sophomore, junior, and senior chemistry, biochemistry/biology majors with high potential for careers in chemical biology research at the graduate level.
A stipend of $4250 will be granted for each student selected, as well as $500 in travel reimbursement, and on-campus housing.
For more information, visit here (it looks like it has not been updated for 2010 yet).
Vanderbilt Institute of Chemical Biology
Application Deadline: Feb. 15, 2010
Program run: June 1- August 7 for approximately 10 weeks
This summer research experience, sponsored by NSF, Vanderbilt Dept. of Chemistry, et al., is seeking a select group of 12 rising sophomore, junior, and senior chemistry, biochemistry/biology majors with high potential for careers in chemical biology research at the graduate level.
A stipend of $4250 will be granted for each student selected, as well as $500 in travel reimbursement, and on-campus housing.
For more information, visit here (it looks like it has not been updated for 2010 yet).
Want to help plan a Natural Sciences Career Fair?
Dr. Mirjana Brockett of the School of Biology and some of her students are taking the lead in putting together a Career Fair for students in the College of Sciences,and they would love to have help from us!
The fair is planned for February 16, 2010 from 10am-4pm.
Organizational meetings are currently being held on Tuesdays at 3pm and Thursdays at 11am in the conference room on the 2nd floor Cherry Emerson/ Biology building (only one meeting per week would be required). Participation at a variety of levels will be possible.
This is an excellent opportunity for you all, so I encourage you to participate!
The fair is planned for February 16, 2010 from 10am-4pm.
Organizational meetings are currently being held on Tuesdays at 3pm and Thursdays at 11am in the conference room on the 2nd floor Cherry Emerson/ Biology building (only one meeting per week would be required). Participation at a variety of levels will be possible.
This is an excellent opportunity for you all, so I encourage you to participate!
Georgia Tech Student Ambassadors
The Georgia Tech Student Ambassadors strive to promote the Institute through a core of professionally dedicated students that act as official hosts and hostesses for the school. Through a direct partnership with the Alumni Association, the Ambassadors assist the Office of the President, the Office of Development and colleges and schools within the Institute to welcome alumni, prospective legacy students, and guests of Georgia Tech.
The Ambassdors are hosting an information session at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 19th at the Alumni House for those students interested in applying for membership next semester. They are looking for a diverse group of outstanding students with the following characteristics and traits to represent Tech’s student body:
·Positive attitude and passionate about Georgia Tech
·Knowledge of Georgia Tech including programs, services, etc. and ability to
professionally represent Georgia Tech and the Georgia Tech Alumni Association both
internally and externally
·Personable with excellent communications skills in one-on-one and groups settings
·Ability to establish immediate rapport and communicate with people from all walks of
life – alumni, donors, prospective students, international visitors, politicians,
faculty, administration, etc.
·Tactfulness and maturity
·Proven leadership experience
·Customer service focus is essential
Students can learn more about the Ambassadors program at this website or contact Emily Jackson at em.b.jackson@gmail.com with questions.
The Ambassdors are hosting an information session at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 19th at the Alumni House for those students interested in applying for membership next semester. They are looking for a diverse group of outstanding students with the following characteristics and traits to represent Tech’s student body:
·Positive attitude and passionate about Georgia Tech
·Knowledge of Georgia Tech including programs, services, etc. and ability to
professionally represent Georgia Tech and the Georgia Tech Alumni Association both
internally and externally
·Personable with excellent communications skills in one-on-one and groups settings
·Ability to establish immediate rapport and communicate with people from all walks of
life – alumni, donors, prospective students, international visitors, politicians,
faculty, administration, etc.
·Tactfulness and maturity
·Proven leadership experience
·Customer service focus is essential
Students can learn more about the Ambassadors program at this website or contact Emily Jackson at em.b.jackson@gmail.com with questions.
Interesting in graduate school abroad?
Dr. Kenneth Minneman of the recently opened King Abdullah University of Science and Technology will be on campus and speaking to chemistry, biochemistry, and biology students on Tuesday, December 2 at 11:00am (location to be announced). KAUST just opened two months ago on the shores of the Red Sea near Jeddah.
From Dr. Minneman:
"KAUST is a graduate only research university built on an $11 billion dollar new campus,
with stunning new facilities and a $20 billion endowment. We have world class facilities for doing state-of-the-art research targeted tosome of the major needs of the emerging world, including food, water,energy, environment, and computation. We have one of the fastestsupercomputers in the world, tremendous core facilitiies with nanofabrication, imaging, NMR, visualization, genomics, proteomics and many others.
From Dr. Minneman:
"KAUST is a graduate only research university built on an $11 billion dollar new campus,
with stunning new facilities and a $20 billion endowment. We have world class facilities for doing state-of-the-art research targeted tosome of the major needs of the emerging world, including food, water,energy, environment, and computation. We have one of the fastestsupercomputers in the world, tremendous core facilitiies with nanofabrication, imaging, NMR, visualization, genomics, proteomics and many others.
Georgia Tech Public Speaking Club
A message from the new club:
The newly formed GT Public Speaking Club would like to invite you to its first functional meeting on November 17, 2009. The meeting would be held in Crescent Room, Student Center at 8 pm.
The club has 3 purposes:
1. Help students to develop the skills necessary to communicate effectively in public
2. Enhance students’ self‐confidence, leadership, and ability to appeal to diverse
audiences
3. Teach effective speaking techniques, practice different forms of presentations, and
assess one another’s performances
As your participation in the club increases, you will learn how to become a dynamic public speaker - an invaluable skill in today's day and age. No previous experience is necessary; all skill levels are welcome to join!"
Sincerely,
Hari Kabra
The newly formed GT Public Speaking Club would like to invite you to its first functional meeting on November 17, 2009. The meeting would be held in Crescent Room, Student Center at 8 pm.
The club has 3 purposes:
1. Help students to develop the skills necessary to communicate effectively in public
2. Enhance students’ self‐confidence, leadership, and ability to appeal to diverse
audiences
3. Teach effective speaking techniques, practice different forms of presentations, and
assess one another’s performances
As your participation in the club increases, you will learn how to become a dynamic public speaker - an invaluable skill in today's day and age. No previous experience is necessary; all skill levels are welcome to join!"
Sincerely,
Hari Kabra
Summer Research Internships in Medical, Biomedical, Public Health, and Behavioral Research
Department of Pediatrics
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Summer internships run May 26 - July 29, 2010
A mentored summer research program for rising or graduating college seniors and first or second year medical students.
$3000 stipend
Conduct a pre-selected, mentored research project
Participate in didactic sessions on research design, implementation, and publication
Shadow clinicians (including pediatricians, psychologists, and surgeons)
Give an oral research presentation and poster presentation
For more information and application materials, go here or email Linda.Merhige@chkd.org
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Summer internships run May 26 - July 29, 2010
A mentored summer research program for rising or graduating college seniors and first or second year medical students.
$3000 stipend
Conduct a pre-selected, mentored research project
Participate in didactic sessions on research design, implementation, and publication
Shadow clinicians (including pediatricians, psychologists, and surgeons)
Give an oral research presentation and poster presentation
For more information and application materials, go here or email Linda.Merhige@chkd.org
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
New Protein Biology Course
BIOL 4803/8803 Special Topics – Protein Biology
GOAL: Emphasis is on the protein “life” from “birth” (biosynthesis) to “death” (degradation), including protein assembly disorders. Special attention will be paid to the cellular control and biological consequences of these processes and phenomena. This course will cover and integrate genetic, cell biological, biochemical and proteomic approaches to studying proteins, and will explain protein functions and protein-based pathologies within the broad biological framework. Will satisfy requirements for the Biomolecular Technology certificate. Graduate students taking this course will make presentations on review and/or research papers in the field.
OVERVIEW Biological view of proteins, including: protein biosynthesis, processing, folding, trafficking, interactions, degradation, evolution, stress response, intracellular assemblies, amyloid and prion diseases, protein-based inheritance, protein engineering.
TARGETED AUDIENCE Biology majors (juniors and seniors), as well as some students majoring in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, or Biomedical Endineering, who atre interested in more in-depth knowledge of biological (rather than only chemical) aspects of proteins. Course will count as Biology Elective and will satisfy requirements for the Biomolecular Technology certificate. Will be co-taught with the graduate course (BIOL 8803) having the same title.
FORMAT Course will meet for 3 hrs per week and will be composed of lectures (60%), seminars (30%), and discussion (10%). Seminars, covering current review and/or research papers, will be presented by graduate students, but attended by undergraduate students as well. Undergraduate students will ask questions and participate in discussion.
EVALUATION Undergrad version. Exams (covering both lecture and seminar materials) – 75%, attendance and in-class participation – 25%. Grad version: Exams (covering both lecture and seminar materials) – 50%, seminar presentations – 25%, attendance and in-class participation – 25%.
COURSE OUTLINE
Instructor - Professor Yury O. Chernoff.
Recommended textbook - Lodish et al. Molecular Cell Biology, 6th edition (W. H. Freeman & Co), supplemented by review and research papers in the field).
Prerequisits – BIOL 1510 or 1511, or equivalent.
Topics covered.
1. Genes and proteins
2. Methods of protein analysis
3. Protein biosynthesis
4. Protein processing and splicing
5. Protein folding
6. Chaperones and stress response
7. Protein trafficking
8. Analysis of protein-protein interactions
9. Evolution of proteins and proteomes
10. Protein degradation
11. Assembly of intracellular structures
12. Amyloids and neural inclusion diseases
13. Prions
14. Protein-based inheritance
15. Protein engineering and protein-based biomaterials
GOAL: Emphasis is on the protein “life” from “birth” (biosynthesis) to “death” (degradation), including protein assembly disorders. Special attention will be paid to the cellular control and biological consequences of these processes and phenomena. This course will cover and integrate genetic, cell biological, biochemical and proteomic approaches to studying proteins, and will explain protein functions and protein-based pathologies within the broad biological framework. Will satisfy requirements for the Biomolecular Technology certificate. Graduate students taking this course will make presentations on review and/or research papers in the field.
OVERVIEW Biological view of proteins, including: protein biosynthesis, processing, folding, trafficking, interactions, degradation, evolution, stress response, intracellular assemblies, amyloid and prion diseases, protein-based inheritance, protein engineering.
TARGETED AUDIENCE Biology majors (juniors and seniors), as well as some students majoring in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, or Biomedical Endineering, who atre interested in more in-depth knowledge of biological (rather than only chemical) aspects of proteins. Course will count as Biology Elective and will satisfy requirements for the Biomolecular Technology certificate. Will be co-taught with the graduate course (BIOL 8803) having the same title.
FORMAT Course will meet for 3 hrs per week and will be composed of lectures (60%), seminars (30%), and discussion (10%). Seminars, covering current review and/or research papers, will be presented by graduate students, but attended by undergraduate students as well. Undergraduate students will ask questions and participate in discussion.
EVALUATION Undergrad version. Exams (covering both lecture and seminar materials) – 75%, attendance and in-class participation – 25%. Grad version: Exams (covering both lecture and seminar materials) – 50%, seminar presentations – 25%, attendance and in-class participation – 25%.
COURSE OUTLINE
Instructor - Professor Yury O. Chernoff.
Recommended textbook - Lodish et al. Molecular Cell Biology, 6th edition (W. H. Freeman & Co), supplemented by review and research papers in the field).
Prerequisits – BIOL 1510 or 1511, or equivalent.
Topics covered.
1. Genes and proteins
2. Methods of protein analysis
3. Protein biosynthesis
4. Protein processing and splicing
5. Protein folding
6. Chaperones and stress response
7. Protein trafficking
8. Analysis of protein-protein interactions
9. Evolution of proteins and proteomes
10. Protein degradation
11. Assembly of intracellular structures
12. Amyloids and neural inclusion diseases
13. Prions
14. Protein-based inheritance
15. Protein engineering and protein-based biomaterials
Rhode Island Teaching Fellows
Rhode Island Teaching Fellows is a highly-selective alternate route to teaching certification, specifically designed for outstanding individuals who do not have a background in education. We are currently recruiting future teachers who will have at least a Bachelor’s degree in math, science, English, or a closely related field by June 15, 2010.
Rhode Island Teaching Fellows (RITF) recruits, trains, and certifies highly effective educators from a variety of professional and academic backgrounds. Fellows come from a diverse array of backgrounds and experiences, from recent college graduates to mid-career professionals. Teaching Fellows’ preparation will begin with a pre-service summer institute in 2010, and their development continues through RITF certification coursework during their first year of teaching (fall 2010-June 2011).
Rhode Island’s students need teachers who can bring their knowledge and expertise into the classroom and strengthen our students’ skills in general science, chemistry, physics, and biology. A staggering 83% of 11th grade students in Rhode Island scored below proficient on the NECAP Science Test*. Fellows who teach science will have the opportunity to open the door to the sciences for our students in high-needs classrooms across the state. Fellows will be instrumental in closing the achievement gap and cultivating the next generation of Rhode Island’s scientists.
More information
Rhode Island Teaching Fellows (RITF) recruits, trains, and certifies highly effective educators from a variety of professional and academic backgrounds. Fellows come from a diverse array of backgrounds and experiences, from recent college graduates to mid-career professionals. Teaching Fellows’ preparation will begin with a pre-service summer institute in 2010, and their development continues through RITF certification coursework during their first year of teaching (fall 2010-June 2011).
Rhode Island’s students need teachers who can bring their knowledge and expertise into the classroom and strengthen our students’ skills in general science, chemistry, physics, and biology. A staggering 83% of 11th grade students in Rhode Island scored below proficient on the NECAP Science Test*. Fellows who teach science will have the opportunity to open the door to the sciences for our students in high-needs classrooms across the state. Fellows will be instrumental in closing the achievement gap and cultivating the next generation of Rhode Island’s scientists.
More information
IBM Summmer Research Internship
The goal of the program is to encourage students to pursue graduate studies in science and engineering.
The internships are salaried positions, typically 10 weeks long, at the IBM Almaden Research Center in San Jose, CA. They include the opportunity to work with an IBM mentor. Research areas of the internship are individually chosen so as to optimize the match between the skills and interests of the student, and the ongoing research programs of the laboratory. More information on the internship is available at the application link.
The internships are salaried positions, typically 10 weeks long, at the IBM Almaden Research Center in San Jose, CA. They include the opportunity to work with an IBM mentor. Research areas of the internship are individually chosen so as to optimize the match between the skills and interests of the student, and the ongoing research programs of the laboratory. More information on the internship is available at the application link.
CDC opportunity for upcoming graduates
The CDC is advertising a laboratory technician position within the Division of Laboratory Sciences at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through a CDC Foundation Fellowship. This Division specializes in applying advanced analytical techniques for quantifying human exposure to environmental toxicants. The CDC is looking for a recent graduate (BS or MS chemistry or biochemistry major) with excellent laboratory skills, experience in mass spectrometry and liquid chromatography (LC), and handling/processing of biological samples. For any questions or to request additional information, please contact Dr. Udeni Alwis at eoe3@cdc.gov
INNOVATE 2010: Vietnam & Taiwan (JR and SR)
Do you have an interest in visiting Asia in March of 2010? If so, look into INNOVATE, a short-term international experience that brings together engineering, science, and technical students from the US, Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, and Taiwan to explore the issues surrounding innovation, globalization, and technology in Vietnam and Taiwan! INNOVATE will prepare you to become tomorrow’s technical leaders through ten days of hands-on international experience that will include company site visits, meetings with key business, government, academic and policy leaders, and related cultural tours.
Vietnam and Taiwan provide rich case studies on how technology can serve as an economic catalyst. Vietnam has an ambitious goal of becoming a developed economy by 2020, and Ho Chi Minh City is an ideal venue to observe the challenges and opportunities of facing this nation. Taiwan's pursuit of an open, efficient and internationally competitive economy has contributed greatly to the island’s remarkable economic growth in highly advanced and diversified industries but it faces unique challenges in developing new areas of expertise that will support further development and keep it at the cutting-edge. Join us today for this innovative program that highlights the unique role Asia plays in the global economy & technological innovation!
Attend An Information Session to Learn More:
Innovate Info Session
11/5/2009 Thu
11:00 AM- 11:45am
SSC President's Suite A
Eligibility:
1. The program is intended for Engineering students, but any GT students may apply
2. Open to juniors, seniors, or graduate students
To Apply: http://innovate.rice.edu/selection10.htm
Any Questions? Contact Jill Burya, GT Work Abroad Program, at jill.burya@dopp.gatech.edu
Vietnam and Taiwan provide rich case studies on how technology can serve as an economic catalyst. Vietnam has an ambitious goal of becoming a developed economy by 2020, and Ho Chi Minh City is an ideal venue to observe the challenges and opportunities of facing this nation. Taiwan's pursuit of an open, efficient and internationally competitive economy has contributed greatly to the island’s remarkable economic growth in highly advanced and diversified industries but it faces unique challenges in developing new areas of expertise that will support further development and keep it at the cutting-edge. Join us today for this innovative program that highlights the unique role Asia plays in the global economy & technological innovation!
Attend An Information Session to Learn More:
Innovate Info Session
11/5/2009 Thu
11:00 AM- 11:45am
SSC President's Suite A
Eligibility:
1. The program is intended for Engineering students, but any GT students may apply
2. Open to juniors, seniors, or graduate students
To Apply: http://innovate.rice.edu/selection10.htm
Any Questions? Contact Jill Burya, GT Work Abroad Program, at jill.burya@dopp.gatech.edu
Research Option – Registration Information
Students are reminded that changes are being implemented in the Research Option’s proposal and thesis writing course. The current 2-hour course (LCC 4700) will be replaced by two 1-hour courses (LCC 4701 and LCC 4702) which will better meet the option’s timeline. Students should contact the UROP office or the undergraduate coordinator for the school in which they are receiving the option for additional information. Students graduating in Spring 2010 or Summer 2010 should take the old LCC 4700 course to meet the requirements. Students graduating in Fall 2010 or beyond should begin working toward the 2-semester sequence of courses now. Detailed information on how to obtain permits for the supporting courses can be found at: http://undergradresearch.gatech.edu/infoaboutLCC4701&4702.php. We prefer to hear back from students during the first two weeks of Phase I registration!
Additional information on permits and registration for all three courses can be found below:
LCC 4700 –Old Requirements for students graduating in Spring/Summer 2010
Students planning on taking the final offering of the LCC 4700 Thesis Writing Course under the older Research Option Requirements in Spring 2010 should contact the UROP office during Phase I registration. Students will be required to submit the following in order to obtain a permit: 1) finalized proposal, 2) email from faculty mentor signifying student is ready to take the course and complete their thesis, and 3) email from the UG coordinator within the RO unit approving the proposal. Students contacting the UROP office with this information during Phase I will be guaranteed registration in the course. Students not submitting all requirements during this time cannot be guaranteed a place in the course.
LCC 4701 – Proposal Writing Course
Students planning on taking the LCC 4701 proposal writing course during Spring 2010 should contact the UROP office during Phase I registration.
LCC 4702 – Thesis Writing Course
Students planning on taking the LCC 4702 thesis writing course during Spring 2010 should contact the UROP office during Phase I registration.
Additional information on permits and registration for all three courses can be found below:
LCC 4700 –Old Requirements for students graduating in Spring/Summer 2010
Students planning on taking the final offering of the LCC 4700 Thesis Writing Course under the older Research Option Requirements in Spring 2010 should contact the UROP office during Phase I registration. Students will be required to submit the following in order to obtain a permit: 1) finalized proposal, 2) email from faculty mentor signifying student is ready to take the course and complete their thesis, and 3) email from the UG coordinator within the RO unit approving the proposal. Students contacting the UROP office with this information during Phase I will be guaranteed registration in the course. Students not submitting all requirements during this time cannot be guaranteed a place in the course.
LCC 4701 – Proposal Writing Course
Students planning on taking the LCC 4701 proposal writing course during Spring 2010 should contact the UROP office during Phase I registration.
LCC 4702 – Thesis Writing Course
Students planning on taking the LCC 4702 thesis writing course during Spring 2010 should contact the UROP office during Phase I registration.
New Minor in Environmental Chemistry
New Minor in Environmental Chemistry (from Earth and Atmospheric Sciences)
The new minor in Environmental Chemistry studies the sources, reactions, transport, effects, and fates of chemical species in natural systems: water, soil, and air.
http://www.eas.gatech.edu/academics/minors/Environmental_Chemistry_Minor
For all EAS minors see http://www.eas.gatech.edu/academics/minor
Environmental Chemistry Minor Requirements:
Required Courses:
EAS 3620 Geochemistry (3-1-4) Fall
EAS 4740 Atmospheric Chemistry (3-0-3) Spring
Choose 8 credit hours (at least 2 MUST be 3000 level or above):
EAS 4420 Environmental Field Methods (3-1-4) Spring
EAS 4610 Earth System Modeling (3-0-3) Spring
EAS 4620 Environmental Biogeochemistry of Soils and Sediments (3-0-3)
EAS 4795 Groundwater Hydrology (3-0-3)
EAS 4110 Resources, Energy, and the Environment (3-0-3) Fall
The new minor in Environmental Chemistry studies the sources, reactions, transport, effects, and fates of chemical species in natural systems: water, soil, and air.
http://www.eas.gatech.edu/academics/minors/Environmental_Chemistry_Minor
For all EAS minors see http://www.eas.gatech.edu/academics/minor
Environmental Chemistry Minor Requirements:
Required Courses:
EAS 3620 Geochemistry (3-1-4) Fall
EAS 4740 Atmospheric Chemistry (3-0-3) Spring
Choose 8 credit hours (at least 2 MUST be 3000 level or above):
EAS 4420 Environmental Field Methods (3-1-4) Spring
EAS 4610 Earth System Modeling (3-0-3) Spring
EAS 4620 Environmental Biogeochemistry of Soils and Sediments (3-0-3)
EAS 4795 Groundwater Hydrology (3-0-3)
EAS 4110 Resources, Energy, and the Environment (3-0-3) Fall
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Did you miss me?
I know it's been a while, but don't worry--I have plenty in store for you in this post!
1. Spring 2009 Registration
It's that time of year again! At this point you should have been contacted by your academic advisor to set up your mandatory advising appointment. If you have not, then get in touch with him or her to set up something ASAP. Registration opens on the 28th, and time tickets are now viewable in Oscar.
Looking for a great free elective?
Check out CHEM 2802 GT. Drs. David Collard, Cam Tyson, and yours truly (that's Dr. Shepler for those of you who haven't been following along :p ) are teaming up for our very first offering of a two credit "Sophomore Seminar." While our ultimate goal is to target second semester sophomores, in this first offering we'd love to have you juniors and seniors join us, too. Topics to be covered include:
Scientific ethics
Enhancing your scientific writing skills
Building and polishing your resume
Interview skills--complete with mock interviews conducted by alumni
And more!
Contact Dr. Shepler for more information.
2. Study Abroad Opportunities
The Office of International Education has many opportunities for you. Two upcoming programs include the GT Pacific Program Spring 2010 (New Zealand and Australia) and the GT Oxford Program Summer 2010. For more information check out:
www.pacific.gatech.edu or www.oxford.gatech.edu
3. Want to hear a Nobel Laureate speak?
Professor Sir Harry Kroto, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, will speak at the Ferst Center at 10:00am on Wednesday, November 4. The topic is "Science, Society, and Sustainability."
4. Graduate School Fair at Emory
Thursday, October 29, 12-3pm
Cox Hall Ballroom and Winship Ballroom (Dobbs University Center), Emory University
For a list of participating schools, go to www.career.emory.edu
This looks like a great opportunity, and you can take the GT/Emory shuttle (more info here).
5. Thinking about an MD/PhD?
Not even sure what that means? Check out this article.
If you think this might be for your, then you're invited to a program outlining the nuts and bolts at Morehouse! An impressive panel will be on hand.
Monday, November 16 at 6:00pm
Morehouse College Leadership Center (830 Westview Drive, Atlanta 30314)
6. Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education / Oak Ridge National Laboratory Internships
ORISE / ONL have tons of opportunities for undergraduates. You can find more information on their website, or now you can follow them on Facebook and Twitter!
7. ORISE / Center for Disease Control and Prevention Opportunity
Go here for more information!
1. Spring 2009 Registration
It's that time of year again! At this point you should have been contacted by your academic advisor to set up your mandatory advising appointment. If you have not, then get in touch with him or her to set up something ASAP. Registration opens on the 28th, and time tickets are now viewable in Oscar.
Looking for a great free elective?
Check out CHEM 2802 GT. Drs. David Collard, Cam Tyson, and yours truly (that's Dr. Shepler for those of you who haven't been following along :p ) are teaming up for our very first offering of a two credit "Sophomore Seminar." While our ultimate goal is to target second semester sophomores, in this first offering we'd love to have you juniors and seniors join us, too. Topics to be covered include:
Scientific ethics
Enhancing your scientific writing skills
Building and polishing your resume
Interview skills--complete with mock interviews conducted by alumni
And more!
Contact Dr. Shepler for more information.
2. Study Abroad Opportunities
The Office of International Education has many opportunities for you. Two upcoming programs include the GT Pacific Program Spring 2010 (New Zealand and Australia) and the GT Oxford Program Summer 2010. For more information check out:
www.pacific.gatech.edu or www.oxford.gatech.edu
3. Want to hear a Nobel Laureate speak?
Professor Sir Harry Kroto, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, will speak at the Ferst Center at 10:00am on Wednesday, November 4. The topic is "Science, Society, and Sustainability."
4. Graduate School Fair at Emory
Thursday, October 29, 12-3pm
Cox Hall Ballroom and Winship Ballroom (Dobbs University Center), Emory University
For a list of participating schools, go to www.career.emory.edu
This looks like a great opportunity, and you can take the GT/Emory shuttle (more info here).
5. Thinking about an MD/PhD?
Not even sure what that means? Check out this article.
If you think this might be for your, then you're invited to a program outlining the nuts and bolts at Morehouse! An impressive panel will be on hand.
Monday, November 16 at 6:00pm
Morehouse College Leadership Center (830 Westview Drive, Atlanta 30314)
6. Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education / Oak Ridge National Laboratory Internships
ORISE / ONL have tons of opportunities for undergraduates. You can find more information on their website, or now you can follow them on Facebook and Twitter!
7. ORISE / Center for Disease Control and Prevention Opportunity
Go here for more information!
Spend the summer working on "projects associated with developing and applying new methods to characterize and quantitate biochemical markers that are relevant in environmental exposures and chronic diseases. This includes assessing a variety of markers in biologic specimens (such as serum or urine) and developing reference materials.
8. Volunteer opportunity
During Spring Break of 2009-2010, the Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children (FIMRC) will be sending a group of GT students abroad to volunteer at a children's clinic and reach out to the surrounding community. The trip destinations for the spring trip are El Salvador and Nicaragua. If you are interested in this amazing service opportunity, please see attached files for detailed information.
Applications for the FIMRC Spring Break trip are due at 11:00 pm on October 30, 2009 to Amanda Jara at fimrc.trip@gmail.com. Contact Dr. Shepler for an application.
9. Want to strut your (research) stuff?
Check out the Southeastern Undergraduate Research Conference (SURC) to be held at Kennesaw State University on Thursday April 8 and Friday April 9, 2010. More details will be coming in January, but mark you calendars for a great opportunity!
Monday, October 12, 2009
October Happenings
Registration and Other Important Deadlines
1. Withdrawal deadline for individual courses is Friday, October 16 at 11:59pm. Don't forget that some courses (CHEM 2211) are withdrawal by permit only, so plan ahead.
2. The Spring course schedule comes out on October 21. Registration opens on October 28. Be on the lookout for emails from your advisers regarding mandatory pre-registration advisement.
3. Friday, October 16 is also the deadline for turning in paperwork for Freshmen Forgiveness. If you retook a course in the spring, you must turn in the paperwork by Friday to replace the grade. Don't forget that you will have separate Tech and HOPE GPAs if you use this.
4. Friday, October 16 is also the deadline for changing a letter grade to pass-fail basis and vice versa. Remember that only free electives may be taken on a pass-fail basis, and you are restricted to a maximum of nine hours of pass-fail credits during your whole time at Tech (assuming you've been at Tech for your whole degree).
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Ms. Roya Kalantari on her recent acceptance to the Berkeley Edge Conference where she will present her undergraduate research. This is a national program designed to help strengthen applications to graduate school, and attendance is quite an honor! We're very proud of Roya!
Thinking about grad school?
1. Don't forget that graduate fellowship opportunities can be found here and here
2. Professor Vince Donnelly from the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (ChBE) Department at the University of Houston (UH) will be visiting Georgia Tech on October 19, 2009. He would like to discuss the UH graduate program with GT seniors in a variety of disciplines who have an interest in graduate school. The presentation and opportunity for discussion regarding the program at UH will be held in room L1125 in the Ford Environmental Science & Technology (ES&T) Building from 12 – 1 PM on October 19.
A wide range of research areas are covered within UH:
• Nanomaterials
• Biomolecular Engineering
• Energy and Petroleum Engineering
• Environmental and Reaction Engineering
• Transport
Graduate Research Symposium and Homecoming Weekend Itinerary
Friday October 16, 2009 – Graduate Awards Symposium (3:00-5:00 p.m.)
3:00-3:20 Mr. Chip Humphries:
“Late Endosomal Degradation of Low-Density Lipoprotein Probed with Two-Color Fluorescence Microscopy”
3:25-3:45 Ms. Paige Stout:
“Antibacterial Neurymenolides from the Fijian Red Alga Neurymenia fraxinifolia”
3:50-4:10 Ms. Jennifer Steeb:
“Electrochemically Prepared Microirradiators”
4:15-4:35 Mr. Rakesh Nambiar:
"Designing New Architectures to Control Solid State Properties of Conjugated Polymers"
4:40-5:00 Mr. Tait Takatani:
"Big trouble for DFT: Salient characteristics of metal-salen complexe
HomecomingAlumni Reception/Poster Session (5:00-6:30pm)
Among those present will be alumni who are currently with Solvay, Kimberly Clark, Monsanto, and Croylife.
Interested in presenting a poster? Cash prizes are involved! Please contact Dr. Shepler if interested.
Saturday, October 17, 2009 – Tailgating (2 hrs before game time)
Outside 1st Floor of Molecular Science and Engineering Building
Please RSVP here
Be sure to also mark your calendar!
1. Withdrawal deadline for individual courses is Friday, October 16 at 11:59pm. Don't forget that some courses (CHEM 2211) are withdrawal by permit only, so plan ahead.
2. The Spring course schedule comes out on October 21. Registration opens on October 28. Be on the lookout for emails from your advisers regarding mandatory pre-registration advisement.
3. Friday, October 16 is also the deadline for turning in paperwork for Freshmen Forgiveness. If you retook a course in the spring, you must turn in the paperwork by Friday to replace the grade. Don't forget that you will have separate Tech and HOPE GPAs if you use this.
4. Friday, October 16 is also the deadline for changing a letter grade to pass-fail basis and vice versa. Remember that only free electives may be taken on a pass-fail basis, and you are restricted to a maximum of nine hours of pass-fail credits during your whole time at Tech (assuming you've been at Tech for your whole degree).
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Ms. Roya Kalantari on her recent acceptance to the Berkeley Edge Conference where she will present her undergraduate research. This is a national program designed to help strengthen applications to graduate school, and attendance is quite an honor! We're very proud of Roya!
Thinking about grad school?
1. Don't forget that graduate fellowship opportunities can be found here and here
2. Professor Vince Donnelly from the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (ChBE) Department at the University of Houston (UH) will be visiting Georgia Tech on October 19, 2009. He would like to discuss the UH graduate program with GT seniors in a variety of disciplines who have an interest in graduate school. The presentation and opportunity for discussion regarding the program at UH will be held in room L1125 in the Ford Environmental Science & Technology (ES&T) Building from 12 – 1 PM on October 19.
A wide range of research areas are covered within UH:
• Nanomaterials
• Biomolecular Engineering
• Energy and Petroleum Engineering
• Environmental and Reaction Engineering
• Transport
Graduate Research Symposium and Homecoming Weekend Itinerary
Friday October 16, 2009 – Graduate Awards Symposium (3:00-5:00 p.m.)
3:00-3:20 Mr. Chip Humphries:
“Late Endosomal Degradation of Low-Density Lipoprotein Probed with Two-Color Fluorescence Microscopy”
3:25-3:45 Ms. Paige Stout:
“Antibacterial Neurymenolides from the Fijian Red Alga Neurymenia fraxinifolia”
3:50-4:10 Ms. Jennifer Steeb:
“Electrochemically Prepared Microirradiators”
4:15-4:35 Mr. Rakesh Nambiar:
"Designing New Architectures to Control Solid State Properties of Conjugated Polymers"
4:40-5:00 Mr. Tait Takatani:
"Big trouble for DFT: Salient characteristics of metal-salen complexe
HomecomingAlumni Reception/Poster Session (5:00-6:30pm)
Among those present will be alumni who are currently with Solvay, Kimberly Clark, Monsanto, and Croylife.
Interested in presenting a poster? Cash prizes are involved! Please contact Dr. Shepler if interested.
Saturday, October 17, 2009 – Tailgating (2 hrs before game time)
Outside 1st Floor of Molecular Science and Engineering Building
Please RSVP here
Be sure to also mark your calendar!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Jobs, Seminars, The Tower, and More!
FOR SENIORS
Degree Petitions
Degree petitions for May graduation are due to Dr. Shepler on October 8 by 5:00pm. Please see your adviser to complete a checklist and the petition.
Southern Research Chemist Position
The Power Systems and Environmental Research Department at Southern Research Institute has an immediate opening for an experienced Chemist. The successful candidate will perform tests in laboratory-scale facilities, operate equipment and perform chemical analyses in an analytical chemistry laboratory, and participate in field measurements at full-scale coal-fired power plants, at the Southern Research pilot-scale combustion research facility as well as working part-time in the National Carbon Capture Center, located in Wilsonville, Alabama.
This Chemist position will be a key part of a team performing laboratory analyses using various instruments ( ICP-MS, HPLC, GC-MS, IC, AA, and Mercury Analyzer ), wet chemistry, and sample digestion. Sample organization, report writing, preparing project summary reports, preparing technical papers, making presentations and publishing technical articles are some of the other duties of this position.
Experience working with ICP-MS and HPLC is required. Experience working in an analytical chemistry laboratory and familiarity and experience with other analytical instrumentation and on-line gas analysis is desired. Experience with laboratory and field sampling techniques and experimental procedures would also be helpful.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and good writing and communication skills are also desired, as is two years applicable experience. A four-year college degree in Chemistry is required, Master’s preferred. There is also some travel, and drug testing will be required for field site access.
(Sponsorship is not available for this position.)
Apply online at http://www.southernresearch.org
For the masses:
1. Spring 2009 PURA Deadline
It's fast approaching--October 19. Be sure to submit a copy of your proposal to Dr. Shepler in addition to UROP.
2. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 3-5K Charity Walk
Sunday, October 24 at Atlantic Station
Georgia Tech Colleges Against Cancer (CAC) is searching for motivated individuals, groups, and organizations to join us in this event. The goal is to create one big team from Georgia Tech and compile everyone's fundraising efforts into one large donation.
For more information contact Munir Pathak at mpathak3@gatech.edu or go here to sign up.
3. Success Programs Workshops
Playing GAMES with your Study Skills
This workshop will explore ways to learn and organize new material for maximum retention.
Tuesday Sept 29 3-4 or
Wednesday Sept 30 3-4pm
Room 321 Student Center
To Drop or Not to Drop: Making Informed Academic Decisions
Monday, Oct. 12 2-3pm
Crescent Room, Student Commons
4. Executive Round Table applications
It is my pleasure to announce that the application for membership in Executive Round Table is available.
Executive Round Table (ERT) is a professional forum where select Georgia Tech students, faculty, and industry members from the Southeast come together in a setting of open discussion. At ERT's monthly dinner meetings, prominent guest speakers present to the members on a variety of topics pertinent to the business and social arenas. Each presentation concludes with a relevant challenge being posed to the ERT members who collaborate in a "round table" format on proposals to share with the group.
In the spring, ERT members travel to a resort location near Atlanta for a weekend conference which provides an in-depth development of a central theme. This conference represents ERT's capstone program, and the experience is a journey of personal growth and camaraderie for attendees.
Applications are due by 5:00 PM on Friday, October 2nd. Interested students may apply online at www.gtert.org. Additional information about ERT and membership requirements are available on the ERT website, or contact vp.student@gtert.org
5. A message from The Tower
We’re looking for good quality paper submissions from undergraduates researching across Georgia Tech’s campus. We’re not just looking for full-blown article submissions from undergraduate researchers, but news briefs (dispatches) on recent progress and groundbreaking research. For this semester, we intend to target undergraduate students who have completed writing their thesis/previous papers, who are in the process of writing any materials for their research groups, and those who wish to share their experiences/research with the campus.
Submissions are not limited to undergraduate students; faculty who wish to promote undergraduate research (possibly advertise their labs to undergraduates) and share their experiences are welcome to submit material to The Tower as well.
The submission deadline for this Fall is October 8th, 2009; however, we do accept submissions every semester.
The Tower is a great opportunity to display the quality of the undergraduate research programs which occur at Georgia Tech. Unfortunately, there are often too few resources to effectively channel these programs to the campus and the public; we hope to fill this void by giving students and faculty the opportunity to submit their work to our organization.
Please visit our website for more information. There will be a Release Party this Thursday from 5-7pm in the Library East Commons area for our inaugural print issue. There will be FREE food and you can meet the other staff members! Please attend for more information on the submission process! We will also be actively recruiting new members at this meeting.
6. "Money Matters" Financial Literacy seminar
Thursday, October 8
7:00pm, Clary Theater (Student Success Center)
Interested in becoming financially savvy? Learn more about managing money, checking accounts, and other financial matters!
Co-Sponsored by the Georgia Tech Honors Program and the Georgia Tech Institute for Leadership and Entrepreneurship
7. Have a happy and safe fall break!
Degree Petitions
Degree petitions for May graduation are due to Dr. Shepler on October 8 by 5:00pm. Please see your adviser to complete a checklist and the petition.
Southern Research Chemist Position
The Power Systems and Environmental Research Department at Southern Research Institute has an immediate opening for an experienced Chemist. The successful candidate will perform tests in laboratory-scale facilities, operate equipment and perform chemical analyses in an analytical chemistry laboratory, and participate in field measurements at full-scale coal-fired power plants, at the Southern Research pilot-scale combustion research facility as well as working part-time in the National Carbon Capture Center, located in Wilsonville, Alabama.
This Chemist position will be a key part of a team performing laboratory analyses using various instruments ( ICP-MS, HPLC, GC-MS, IC, AA, and Mercury Analyzer ), wet chemistry, and sample digestion. Sample organization, report writing, preparing project summary reports, preparing technical papers, making presentations and publishing technical articles are some of the other duties of this position.
Experience working with ICP-MS and HPLC is required. Experience working in an analytical chemistry laboratory and familiarity and experience with other analytical instrumentation and on-line gas analysis is desired. Experience with laboratory and field sampling techniques and experimental procedures would also be helpful.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and good writing and communication skills are also desired, as is two years applicable experience. A four-year college degree in Chemistry is required, Master’s preferred. There is also some travel, and drug testing will be required for field site access.
(Sponsorship is not available for this position.)
Apply online at http://www.southernresearch.org
For the masses:
1. Spring 2009 PURA Deadline
It's fast approaching--October 19. Be sure to submit a copy of your proposal to Dr. Shepler in addition to UROP.
2. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 3-5K Charity Walk
Sunday, October 24 at Atlantic Station
Georgia Tech Colleges Against Cancer (CAC) is searching for motivated individuals, groups, and organizations to join us in this event. The goal is to create one big team from Georgia Tech and compile everyone's fundraising efforts into one large donation.
For more information contact Munir Pathak at mpathak3@gatech.edu or go here to sign up.
3. Success Programs Workshops
Playing GAMES with your Study Skills
This workshop will explore ways to learn and organize new material for maximum retention.
Tuesday Sept 29 3-4 or
Wednesday Sept 30 3-4pm
Room 321 Student Center
To Drop or Not to Drop: Making Informed Academic Decisions
Monday, Oct. 12 2-3pm
Crescent Room, Student Commons
4. Executive Round Table applications
It is my pleasure to announce that the application for membership in Executive Round Table is available.
Executive Round Table (ERT) is a professional forum where select Georgia Tech students, faculty, and industry members from the Southeast come together in a setting of open discussion. At ERT's monthly dinner meetings, prominent guest speakers present to the members on a variety of topics pertinent to the business and social arenas. Each presentation concludes with a relevant challenge being posed to the ERT members who collaborate in a "round table" format on proposals to share with the group.
In the spring, ERT members travel to a resort location near Atlanta for a weekend conference which provides an in-depth development of a central theme. This conference represents ERT's capstone program, and the experience is a journey of personal growth and camaraderie for attendees.
Applications are due by 5:00 PM on Friday, October 2nd. Interested students may apply online at www.gtert.org. Additional information about ERT and membership requirements are available on the ERT website, or contact vp.student@gtert.org
5. A message from The Tower
We’re looking for good quality paper submissions from undergraduates researching across Georgia Tech’s campus. We’re not just looking for full-blown article submissions from undergraduate researchers, but news briefs (dispatches) on recent progress and groundbreaking research. For this semester, we intend to target undergraduate students who have completed writing their thesis/previous papers, who are in the process of writing any materials for their research groups, and those who wish to share their experiences/research with the campus.
Submissions are not limited to undergraduate students; faculty who wish to promote undergraduate research (possibly advertise their labs to undergraduates) and share their experiences are welcome to submit material to The Tower as well.
The submission deadline for this Fall is October 8th, 2009; however, we do accept submissions every semester.
The Tower is a great opportunity to display the quality of the undergraduate research programs which occur at Georgia Tech. Unfortunately, there are often too few resources to effectively channel these programs to the campus and the public; we hope to fill this void by giving students and faculty the opportunity to submit their work to our organization.
Please visit our website for more information. There will be a Release Party this Thursday from 5-7pm in the Library East Commons area for our inaugural print issue. There will be FREE food and you can meet the other staff members! Please attend for more information on the submission process! We will also be actively recruiting new members at this meeting.
6. "Money Matters" Financial Literacy seminar
Thursday, October 8
7:00pm, Clary Theater (Student Success Center)
Interested in becoming financially savvy? Learn more about managing money, checking accounts, and other financial matters!
Co-Sponsored by the Georgia Tech Honors Program and the Georgia Tech Institute for Leadership and Entrepreneurship
7. Have a happy and safe fall break!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Happy Friday!
Okay, so it's still Thursday right now, but close enough!
SENIORS: Don't forget your degree petition deadline (to Dr. Shepler) by October 8 if you plan to graduate in May 2010.
1. Progress report grades
These are due by Friday the 25th at noon. If you receive any U's, then you will receive an email from Dr. Shepler or your advisor. Be on the lookout!
2. The last day to drop a class with a "W" this semester is Friday, October 16.
3. Bond, Covalent Bond
Check out 007 at Tech
Thursday, October 8
4:00-6:00pm, Tech Square Research Building Auditorium
I don't have a ton of details on this, but I do know that our very own Dr. Facundo Fernandez is presenting! Other presenters from LCC, HTS, and GTRI will also participate.
4. Columbia University Master of Arts in Climate and Society
Whatever the individual's interests, the overall goals of the
Climate and Society program are to impart students with an
understanding not only of the dynamics of climate events, but also
of how to reliably communicate the climate prediction to those who
are in the most need of it, such as farmers, governments, and
environmental offices. Students in this innovative program are given
the science and analytical skills to decipher complex climate
information and communicate it to decision makers on a regional
level, enhancing society's ability to plan and respond to climate events.
The core curriculum gives students a firm understanding of the
global and regional dynamics of climate change, knowledge of
statistical methods for evaluating the impacts of climate change, as
well as a familiarity with stakeholder politics and the policymaking
process to implement change.
For more information:
http://redir.targetx.com/cgi-bin/email/redir.cgi?id=0000649962-94542160
Arezou R. Paksima
Assistant Director, MA Climate and Society
Contact: Master's Program in Climate and Society, 554 Schermerhorn
Extension, MC 5505, 1200 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027
5. TeamBuzz
This is GT's largest community service event, including over 1500 volunteers. Registration is going on NOW and continues through September 28.
More information: www.teambuzz.org
SENIORS: Don't forget your degree petition deadline (to Dr. Shepler) by October 8 if you plan to graduate in May 2010.
1. Progress report grades
These are due by Friday the 25th at noon. If you receive any U's, then you will receive an email from Dr. Shepler or your advisor. Be on the lookout!
2. The last day to drop a class with a "W" this semester is Friday, October 16.
3. Bond, Covalent Bond
Check out 007 at Tech
Thursday, October 8
4:00-6:00pm, Tech Square Research Building Auditorium
I don't have a ton of details on this, but I do know that our very own Dr. Facundo Fernandez is presenting! Other presenters from LCC, HTS, and GTRI will also participate.
4. Columbia University Master of Arts in Climate and Society
Whatever the individual's interests, the overall goals of the
Climate and Society program are to impart students with an
understanding not only of the dynamics of climate events, but also
of how to reliably communicate the climate prediction to those who
are in the most need of it, such as farmers, governments, and
environmental offices. Students in this innovative program are given
the science and analytical skills to decipher complex climate
information and communicate it to decision makers on a regional
level, enhancing society's ability to plan and respond to climate events.
The core curriculum gives students a firm understanding of the
global and regional dynamics of climate change, knowledge of
statistical methods for evaluating the impacts of climate change, as
well as a familiarity with stakeholder politics and the policymaking
process to implement change.
For more information:
http://redir.targetx.com/cgi-bin/email/redir.cgi?id=0000649962-94542160
Arezou R. Paksima
Assistant Director, MA Climate and Society
Contact: Master's Program in Climate and Society, 554 Schermerhorn
Extension, MC 5505, 1200 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027
5. TeamBuzz
This is GT's largest community service event, including over 1500 volunteers. Registration is going on NOW and continues through September 28.
More information: www.teambuzz.org
Monday, September 14, 2009
Tons 'o fun!
Lots and lots of things going on in the near future!
1. Want to go to graduate school?
Come to the next SAACS meeting and listen to our resident guru, Dr. Cam Tyson, talk about the process, how to look for schools, and more! Tuesday, September 22 at 11:00am in the Boggs second floor reading room (catty-corner across from Boggs 2-28).
2. Want to go to medical school?
Dr. Jennifer Kimble is giving a session just for CHEM/BCHM and BIOL majors at 11:00am on Tuesday, September 29--location to be announced.
3. National Science Foundation Scholarship Info Session
Eligibility: Seniors and 1st/2nd year graduate students
Provides $30,000/year for three years of graduate work toward a doctorate.
September 29,
11:00am, Crescent Room, Student Center
For more information: Dr. Karen Adams, karen.adams@provost.gatech.edu
4. Georgia Tech Alumni Association Mentor Jackets
This program matches second year and above students with experienced professional alumni to foster an exchange of ideas, friendship, and expertise. Mentor Jackets will offer 4-6 programs and events throughout the 2009-2010 academic year.
For more information: https://gtalumni.org/registrations/16/responses/new or mentoring@gtalumni.org
Sign-up deadline is September 24th.
5. Interested in teaching? A representative from Southern Teachers Agency will be on campus on Thursday, October 8 from 9:00am to 5:00pm in the Student Success Center.
Resumes can by submitted through Career Buzz by September 26:
https://gatech-csm.symplicity.com/students/
6. A message from SGA
The Student Affairs branch of SGA is actively engaged with making life at Tech better for you as a student. To assist in that process, we need your input on several pressing matters in campus life, including Dead Week, Campus Services, and Planning and Development. The results of this survey will directly determine our direction and the future state of affairs at Georgia Tech. The survey may be found here.
For more information, or to leave a more thorough comment, please contact SGA at feedback@sga.gatech.edu.
We look forward to using these results to serve you.
Thank you,
The Student Government Association
1. Want to go to graduate school?
Come to the next SAACS meeting and listen to our resident guru, Dr. Cam Tyson, talk about the process, how to look for schools, and more! Tuesday, September 22 at 11:00am in the Boggs second floor reading room (catty-corner across from Boggs 2-28).
2. Want to go to medical school?
Dr. Jennifer Kimble is giving a session just for CHEM/BCHM and BIOL majors at 11:00am on Tuesday, September 29--location to be announced.
3. National Science Foundation Scholarship Info Session
Eligibility: Seniors and 1st/2nd year graduate students
Provides $30,000/year for three years of graduate work toward a doctorate.
September 29,
11:00am, Crescent Room, Student Center
For more information: Dr. Karen Adams, karen.adams@provost.gatech.edu
4. Georgia Tech Alumni Association Mentor Jackets
This program matches second year and above students with experienced professional alumni to foster an exchange of ideas, friendship, and expertise. Mentor Jackets will offer 4-6 programs and events throughout the 2009-2010 academic year.
For more information: https://gtalumni.org/registrations/16/responses/new or mentoring@gtalumni.org
Sign-up deadline is September 24th.
5. Interested in teaching? A representative from Southern Teachers Agency will be on campus on Thursday, October 8 from 9:00am to 5:00pm in the Student Success Center.
Resumes can by submitted through Career Buzz by September 26:
https://gatech-csm.symplicity.com/students/
6. A message from SGA
The Student Affairs branch of SGA is actively engaged with making life at Tech better for you as a student. To assist in that process, we need your input on several pressing matters in campus life, including Dead Week, Campus Services, and Planning and Development. The results of this survey will directly determine our direction and the future state of affairs at Georgia Tech. The survey may be found here.
For more information, or to leave a more thorough comment, please contact SGA at feedback@sga.gatech.edu.
We look forward to using these results to serve you.
Thank you,
The Student Government Association
Friday, September 11, 2009
Looking for more things to do?
Well, I've got options for you!
1. Career Fair!
Today (Monday the 14th) and Tuesday the 15th in the Campus Recreation Center. It's never to early to check out the opportunities, and some companies are looking for interns and co-ops as well as full-time employees. Take a few minutes to check it out!
2. Research and $$$
The Petit Undergraduate Research Scholars deadline is Tuesday, September 15. For more information go here.
PURA applications for the Spring 2010 funding cycle are due October 19, 2009. Don't forget to submit a copy of your application to Dr. Shepler. For more details, click here.
3. SGA Academic Advising Committee
This group is looking for new members from the College of Science. The committee did a campus wide survey of academic advising, and they will be analyzing that data and sharing the results with the departments. They are also work on publicity to get more students to advisors and to realize that resource is there. They are looking for students who want to make an impact on the academic experience for the student body.
For more application information, please contact Dr. Shepler. Applications are due on September 16.
4. Be the Change Day Atlanta 2009
What: Atlanta-wide volunteering
When: Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 7 AM to 1 PM (FREE breakfast and guest speaker)
Where: Meet at the Kessler Campanile and then go to service sites around Atlanta
For more information, please visit our the organization website.
Please contact Philanthropy@gtsigrho.org or 678.431.9202 with questions or investigate the group on Facebook at "Be the Change Day Atlanta 2009".
5. Family Weekend 2009
Registration ends September 17, so invite your families and mark you calendars! The College of Sciences will be putting on a joint session from 3:00-4:30pm on Friday, and we'd love to meet your families!
Don't forget the opportunity to present your undergraduate research at the poster session we're holding for the event (see previous September entry for details).
More information can be found here.
6. SENIORS--GRADUATION DEADLINES
If you plan to graduate in May 2010, now is the time to fill out your degree petition. Please make an appointment with your academic adviser to complete both a degree checklist and petition. Petitions are due to Dr. Shepler by 5:00pm on Thursday, October 8th.
1. Career Fair!
Today (Monday the 14th) and Tuesday the 15th in the Campus Recreation Center. It's never to early to check out the opportunities, and some companies are looking for interns and co-ops as well as full-time employees. Take a few minutes to check it out!
2. Research and $$$
The Petit Undergraduate Research Scholars deadline is Tuesday, September 15. For more information go here.
PURA applications for the Spring 2010 funding cycle are due October 19, 2009. Don't forget to submit a copy of your application to Dr. Shepler. For more details, click here.
3. SGA Academic Advising Committee
This group is looking for new members from the College of Science. The committee did a campus wide survey of academic advising, and they will be analyzing that data and sharing the results with the departments. They are also work on publicity to get more students to advisors and to realize that resource is there. They are looking for students who want to make an impact on the academic experience for the student body.
For more application information, please contact Dr. Shepler. Applications are due on September 16.
4. Be the Change Day Atlanta 2009
What: Atlanta-wide volunteering
When: Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 7 AM to 1 PM (FREE breakfast and guest speaker)
Where: Meet at the Kessler Campanile and then go to service sites around Atlanta
For more information, please visit our the organization website.
Please contact Philanthropy@gtsigrho.org or 678.431.9202 with questions or investigate the group on Facebook at "Be the Change Day Atlanta 2009".
5. Family Weekend 2009
Registration ends September 17, so invite your families and mark you calendars! The College of Sciences will be putting on a joint session from 3:00-4:30pm on Friday, and we'd love to meet your families!
Don't forget the opportunity to present your undergraduate research at the poster session we're holding for the event (see previous September entry for details).
More information can be found here.
6. SENIORS--GRADUATION DEADLINES
If you plan to graduate in May 2010, now is the time to fill out your degree petition. Please make an appointment with your academic adviser to complete both a degree checklist and petition. Petitions are due to Dr. Shepler by 5:00pm on Thursday, October 8th.
Undergraduate Town Hall Meeting
Thursday, September 17
11:00am
College of Computing 53
The School of Chemistry and Biochemistry wants to know what our undergraduates think! We invite you to join us for a town hall meeting to discuss two primary questions:
1. How can we improve the quality of your classroom experience?
2. How can we improve experiential learning opportunities (research experiences, etc.)?
You will have the opportunity to give your input both vocally and anonymously. While these questions will form the basis of our discussion, please feel free to voice other concerns, as well.
Your input is invaluable and will be used in generating discussion topics for our upcoming departmental faculty retreat. We encourage students of all classes (freshmen though seniors) to participate. If you don't voice your opinions, you forfeit the right to complain!
Lunch will be provided, so please RSVP to Dr. Carrie Shepler (carrie.shepler@chemistry.gatech.edu) by Wednesday, September 16 at noon.
11:00am
College of Computing 53
The School of Chemistry and Biochemistry wants to know what our undergraduates think! We invite you to join us for a town hall meeting to discuss two primary questions:
1. How can we improve the quality of your classroom experience?
2. How can we improve experiential learning opportunities (research experiences, etc.)?
You will have the opportunity to give your input both vocally and anonymously. While these questions will form the basis of our discussion, please feel free to voice other concerns, as well.
Your input is invaluable and will be used in generating discussion topics for our upcoming departmental faculty retreat. We encourage students of all classes (freshmen though seniors) to participate. If you don't voice your opinions, you forfeit the right to complain!
Lunch will be provided, so please RSVP to Dr. Carrie Shepler (carrie.shepler@chemistry.gatech.edu) by Wednesday, September 16 at noon.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
What's Happening?
Lots and lots, apparently!
Career Fair
September 14 and 15 in the Campus Recreation Center
http://career.gatech.edu/careerfair/
It's never to early to start checking out the possibilities! Representatives will be on hand from 3M, Air Force Research Laboratory, AirWatch, Albemarle Corp., Apple, AT&T, Bechtel Marine Propulsion, Celanese, Clarkston Consulting, and over 300 more companies! Full time jobs, internships, and co-ops are all available depending on the company.
3M Information Session
Sunday, September 13 from 6:00-8:30pm
Molecular Science and Engineering 1201-A (enter through first floor atrium)
3M is seeking undergraduate interns! Stop by to chat with representatives and partake of refreshments!
College of Sciences Family Weekend Poster Session
The College of Sciences is hosting a reception for the families of Biology, Psychology, EAS, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Math and Physics majors participating in Family Weekend.
As part of this reception, we will include an undergraduate research poster session.
The reception will be held in and around room 017 of the Chemistry Annex on the bottom floor of the College of Computing building from 3-4:30pm on Friday, September 25th.
If you have a poster you would like to present about your research please email your name and the title of your poster by Wednesday, September 16th to: jennifer.leavey@biology.gatech.edu . This is a great opportunity for you to share your findings and to showcase the kind of research undergraduates are doing in the College of Science.
The Tower Undergraduate Research Journal Inaugural Party
October 1 from 5:00-7:00pm Library East Commons
Interested in joining the staff of The Tower? Email business@gttower.org
Scholarship Opportunity
Hispanic Scholarship Fund applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are now available online. For more details go to:
http://www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx?id=72
Career Fair
September 14 and 15 in the Campus Recreation Center
http://career.gatech.edu/careerfair/
It's never to early to start checking out the possibilities! Representatives will be on hand from 3M, Air Force Research Laboratory, AirWatch, Albemarle Corp., Apple, AT&T, Bechtel Marine Propulsion, Celanese, Clarkston Consulting, and over 300 more companies! Full time jobs, internships, and co-ops are all available depending on the company.
3M Information Session
Sunday, September 13 from 6:00-8:30pm
Molecular Science and Engineering 1201-A (enter through first floor atrium)
3M is seeking undergraduate interns! Stop by to chat with representatives and partake of refreshments!
College of Sciences Family Weekend Poster Session
The College of Sciences is hosting a reception for the families of Biology, Psychology, EAS, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Math and Physics majors participating in Family Weekend.
As part of this reception, we will include an undergraduate research poster session.
The reception will be held in and around room 017 of the Chemistry Annex on the bottom floor of the College of Computing building from 3-4:30pm on Friday, September 25th.
If you have a poster you would like to present about your research please email your name and the title of your poster by Wednesday, September 16th to: jennifer.leavey@biology.gatech.edu . This is a great opportunity for you to share your findings and to showcase the kind of research undergraduates are doing in the College of Science.
The Tower Undergraduate Research Journal Inaugural Party
October 1 from 5:00-7:00pm Library East Commons
Interested in joining the staff of The Tower? Email business@gttower.org
Scholarship Opportunity
Hispanic Scholarship Fund applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are now available online. For more details go to:
http://www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx?id=72
Monday, September 7, 2009
Inaugural Post!
Welcome to the School of Chemistry and Biochemistry Blog!
After a good bit of discussion and polling this summer, we've decided to try using this blog as an easy-to-update website to keep you informed of all the happenings in our School and around campus without bombarding you with email!
I will continue to send emails regarding important advising and registration deadlines and the like, but all announcements regarding club activities, meetings, scholarship opportunities, etc. will now be posted here. I will update the blog approximately twice per week (Mondays and Thursdays, generally), so feel free to check in a couple of times a week, subscribe to the RSS feed (Okay, so I don't really know how to do this yet, but I'll figure it out!), or add us to your Google Reader.
If there's something you'd like to see here or if you have (constructive) comments on the format or content then please contact Dr. Shepler (carrie.shepler@chemistry.gatech.edu).
Have a great (short!) week!
After a good bit of discussion and polling this summer, we've decided to try using this blog as an easy-to-update website to keep you informed of all the happenings in our School and around campus without bombarding you with email!
I will continue to send emails regarding important advising and registration deadlines and the like, but all announcements regarding club activities, meetings, scholarship opportunities, etc. will now be posted here. I will update the blog approximately twice per week (Mondays and Thursdays, generally), so feel free to check in a couple of times a week, subscribe to the RSS feed (Okay, so I don't really know how to do this yet, but I'll figure it out!), or add us to your Google Reader.
If there's something you'd like to see here or if you have (constructive) comments on the format or content then please contact Dr. Shepler (carrie.shepler@chemistry.gatech.edu).
Have a great (short!) week!
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