Undergraduate+Research+Opportunities

=Research Opportunities at UT and at other places=

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FUNDING/GRANTS/SCHOLARSHIPS
Students may apply for the scholarship through the Thermo Scientific Pierce Scholarship Website<@https://www.pierce-antibodies.com/PierceScholarship/>.

Undergraduate Research Fellowships (URF)
~$1,000 awards for research materials and supplies

Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR)
for travel or research

Texas Collegiate Academy of Science
@http://www.texasacademyofscience.org/students

@http://www.asbmb.org/careers/scholarshipsandawards/
 * American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)**

@http://www.faseb.org/Professional-Development-and-Diversity-Resources/Travel-Awards/Eligible-Meetings-and-Conferences.aspx
 * MARC Travel Awards - for those underrepresented in the sciences**

Texas Journal Of Science
(Texas Academy of Science) @http://www.texasacademyofscience.org/texas-journal-of-science

@http://www.jyi.org/
 * Journal Of Young Investigators**

@http://www.jofsr.com/index.php/path
 * Journal of Student Research**

@http://texasurj.com/wp/
 * Texas Undergraduate Research Journal (TURJ)**


 * J Med Chem**


 * Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry Letters**

To Be Added: journals of the Journal club articles......

@http://www.cur.org/resources/students/undergraduate_journals/
 * NCUR list of Undergraduate Journals**

=CONFERENCES:=

2018, April 13th
 * Undergraduate Research Forum (UT-Austin)**

@https://www.asbmb.org/ 2017 - Chicago 2018 - San Diego - April 22-25th
 * American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)**

The Protein Society (Summer)
@http://www.proteinsociety.org/meetings/symposium/

**Texas Academy of Science**
@http://www.texasacademyofscience.org/about-us Midland College, March 2-4, 2018

Texas Tech Undergraduate Research Conference **( Spring in Lubbock, Texas) - March 27, 28th**
@http://www.depts.ttu.edu/calue/ConferenceHome/

ABRCMS (Fall)
@http://www.abrcms.org/

NCUR (Spring)
@http://www.cur.org/ncur_2017/ Memphis, TN - abstracts due Dec. ??

Fall Undergraduate Research Symposium (FURS) - (in Fall)
- Molecular Biosciences club (Oscar's) fall oral talks symposium at UT Austin @https://sites.cns.utexas.edu/mbssg/fall-undergraduate-research-forum

RICE Undergraduate Symposium (in Fall)
gcurs.rice.edu

CNS Student Research Fellowships page:
@http://cns.utexas.edu/honors/scholarships-fellowships/current-students/research-fellowships

@https://sacnas.org/events/national-conf
 * SACNAS**
 * (//__S__ociety for __A__dvancement of __C__hicanos/Hispanics and __N__ative __A__mericans in __S__cience.//**)

=During the Academic Year Research Opportunities=

__Here at UT__:
FRI Rotation Program

Eureka! @https://eureka.utexas.edu/

Dell Pediatric Research Institute

@http://www.utexas.edu/ugs/uhc/awards/undergraduate
 * UT Undergraduate Research Award for Juniors/Seniors**

=SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES=

__Here at UT__ (40 Acres)
FRI Labs

REU programs on campus @http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.jsp

__Other Places__ (if you want to escape the heat)
@http://pathwaystoscience.org/programs.aspx?u=Undergrads_Undergraduate+Students&sm=&sd=&sy=&dd=SummerResearch_Summer+Research+Opportunity&submit=y&dhub=SummerResearch_Summer+Research+Opportunity
 * Pathways To Science - List of opportuntiies**

BioXFEL Summer Internship for Undergraduates @https://ibb.rice.edu/bioxfel-internship
 * RICE - Houston**


 * Explore STEM funding and opportunities at the links provided below. **
 * You’ll find paid summer research experiences, graduate fellowships, graduate programs, and more! **

 **Paid Summer 2016 Undergraduate Research Placements:** Over 800 programs -- NSF REU, NASA and other paid summer research opportunities for undergrads @http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/undergrads.aspx

@http://www.theleadershipalliance.org/programs/summer-research/sites
 * SR-EIP** is a **fully paid summer internship** that provides undergraduates with training and mentoring in the principles underlying the conduct of research and prepares them to pursue competitive applications to PhD or MD-PhD programs.

Fellowships and graduate programs in a wide variety of STEM disciplines: @http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/grad.aspx
 * For Financial Support in Graduate School: **

@http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/toolbox.aspx
 * For tips on applying and associated resources: **

@http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/oceanscience.aspx
 * For opportunities specifically in the Ocean Sciences: **

@http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/engineering.aspx
 * For opportunities specifically in Engineering: **

[]
 * Africa - you pay though**

**National Science Foundation** (REU) summer programs – search by discipline **- around the country** @http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.jsp

**LSAMP** Summer Research Academy (SRA) @http://research.utep.edu/Default.aspx?tabid=33549

NSF and NASA to students you know who may be considering undergraduate summer research and/or applying to graduate school.**For Undergraduates:**Paid Summer 2015 Undergraduate Research Placements:Over 800 programs – REU, NASA and other paid summer research opportunities for undergrads__ @http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/undergads.aspx __ **For Financial Support in Graduate School:**Fellowships and graduate programs in a wide variety of STEM disciplines:__ http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/grad.asp __ **For NASA-supported internships, fellowships and scholarships:**  __ http://intern.nasa.g __ <span style="display: block; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">**For tips on applying and associated resources:**__ @http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/toolbox.aspx __ <span style="display: block; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">**For opportunities specifically in the Ocean Sciences:**__ http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/oceanscience.asp __ <span style="display: block; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">**For opportunities specifically in Engineering:** __ @http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/engineering.aspx __

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) <span style="color: #000000; display: block; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">**ORISE Research Participation Programs** @http://orise.orau.gov/cdc Chemistry and biology majors are preferred, although highly qualified candidates from other science majors may be considered.Current undergraduate and graduate students majoring in applied sciences that have completed three years of major coursework. Must be able to comply with safety and security requirements before or upon reporting to CDC. Funding: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), NationalCenter for EnvironmentalHealth(NCEH), Division of LaboratorySciences (DLS). <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">For more information, contact: Daniel Parker at (770) 488-7854 or DParker2@cdc.gov - Please reference CDC-NCEH-2015-0002 in all communications. January 16, 2015 a pplication deadline.
 * ORAU**

The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has several opportunities for qualified students and faculty to participate in hands-on research in a-real world setting with award winning scientists. highlighted below, are through the Higher Education Research Experiences (HERE) · Undergraduates, Post-BS and AAS, MS, PhD and Faculty – Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics (STEM) majors · Stipend based on academic status · Travel/Housing assistance (if eligible) · Full-time and part-time appointments · Professional development activities · Minimum GPA - 2.5/4.0 · U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (LPR)
 * __Student, Alumni, and Faculty Research Opportunities at ORNL__**
 * // Higher Education Research Experiences (HERE) //**

For more information about these (and other) opportunities, please visit @http://www.orau.org/ornl or contact ORNL Education Programs at ornledu@orau.org or contact Leslie Fox at (865) 576-3427.

**The Cancer Prevention Research Training Program (CPRTP) - Summer Internship at MD Anderson - Due ~ February ?**
@http://www.mdanderson.org/education-and-research/education-and-training/schools-and-programs/research-training/programs-and-courses/cancer-prevention-research-training-program/index.html

@http://www.mdanderson.org/education-and-research/education-and-training/schools-and-programs/cprit-training-program/cprit-summer-undergrad/index.html -select **//How to Apply//** from the left menu

@http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=df4g69iab&v=001hufgit2uCW_igKdkD5RiofwJZEShEZpcxHdGVlcTkigdV7ANzZSRxqI0mw_ELyAcRWlARpAir156KJf8VTnsqXcgEsiOo3yE1cwTxFHlXUELLZaxxrhRaJ8xwgF6V_BeNywf7-2dNDyjLe2AGGEkgw%3D%3D Fellowships: @http://www.ghfp.net/fellowships/become-a-ghfp-ii-fellow/ Internships: @http://www.ghfp.net/internships/become-a-ghfp-ii-intern/
 * USAID - Global Health Fellows**

www.asbmb.org/summerresearch
 * American Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (ASBMB)**

@http://www.niaid.nih.gov/labsandresources/labs/training/inro/Pages/default.aspx?utm_source=cc&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Uni&utm_content=Aug15&utm_campaign=INRO2013
 * NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) Bethesda, Maryland**

@http://www.healthdisparities.vcu.edu/?id=1339&sid=10

<span style="color: #333333; font-family: &#39;Helvetica Neue&#39;,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.5167px;">Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) @http://spur.uoregon.edu/
 * University of Oregon**

@http://www.med.umich.edu/pibs/prospective/rf/summer.htm
 * University of Michigan (PIBS)**

**University of Michigan** **NSF - Interdisciplinary Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program** **in the Structure and Function of Proteins**

The **Interdisciplinary REU Program in the Structure and Function of Proteins at the University of Michigan** provides undergraduate students with a 10-week summer research experience. Students with a sincere interest in the pursuit of a graduate degree (PhD or MS) in a STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) discipline are strongly encouraged to apply. · Hands-on Research Experience (research projects & faculty mentors)

@https://www.daad.org/

<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">Summer Undergraduate Research Program @http://www.sloankettering.edu/summer-undergraduate-research-program
 * <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">Gerstner Sloan-Kettering **

The Institute of Bioscience & Bioengineering sponsors an interdisciplinary REU in Biomolecular Networks, available to students from most disciplines within the schools of science and engineering. The application deadline is February 7, 2014. Apply for the IBB REU in Biomolecular Networks here: @http://ibb.rice.edu/nsf.aspx?ekfrm=1219
 * RICE**

The Rice Quantum Institute is sponsoring an NSF REU in Chemistry & Physics with an application deadline of February 14, 2014. Apply for the RQI summer internship here: @http://rqi.rice.edu/Content.aspx?ekfrm=2147483693

Full tuition and educational fees paid, in addition to a cash stipend Find out more about the program and apply here: []
 * SMART - Science, Mathematics, & Research for Transformation**

The NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP). In addition to full-time biomedical research opportunities, we provide career development opportunities for all summer interns, including workshops, courses, journal clubs and access to the OITE Career Services Center. We invite you to join our diverse community of over 5000 trainees for great science and outstanding career development resources.
 * NIH (National Institutes of Health in D.C.) Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research**

§ The NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP) accepts high school, undergraduate, graduate and professional (medical / dental / pharmacy / nursing, etc.) school students in biomedical, social science, behavioral, and computational fields who will be at least 16 years of age by June 15, 2016. Be sure to watch our YouTube video and read the tips for applicants before starting your application. The SIP application deadline is ** March 1, 2016 **, but students who apply early have an advantage. Eight-week program in various locations. Apply here: []

This eight-week program includes a $3,000 research stipend and free summer housing. Research opportunities are available in all academic fields, and undergraduates are paired with a graduate mentor as well. Apply here: []
 * UC Irvine Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship**

This is an eleven-week course for undergraduate minority students. The program covers course expenses, travel costs, meals, and housing. Apply here: []
 * UNC Chapel Hill Summer Research Program in Biophysics**

The University of Washington has multiple opportunities for research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics as well as medicine and health. For a complete list, see []
 * University of Washington Summer STEM Research Programs**

@http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram. Students can also find information about program benefits including a competitive stipend, room and board, travel expenses, and more.
 * University of Nebraska-Lincoln**
 * Algal Biofuels and Nanohybrid Materials
 * Applied Mathematics
 * Bioenergy Systems
 * Biomedical Engineering
 * Chemistry
 * Minority Health Disparities
 * Redox Biology
 * Virology
 * Water in the Earth System

<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;,&#39;serif&#39;; font-size: 16px;">www.midas.pitt.edu/srp
 * <span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;,&#39;serif&#39;; font-size: 16px;">MIDAS Summer Undergraduate Research Program **<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;,&#39;serif&#39;; font-size: 16px;"> **at the University of Pittsburgh**


 * iSEED University of Buffalo - State University of New York**

@http://www.buffalo.edu/iseed/undergraduate-students.html

@http://ter.ps/BSOSSRI.
 * University of Maryland, College Park**

@http://www.amgenscholars.com/
 * Amgen Scholars (multiple sites)**

Application Deadline for **UCLA** Amgen Scholars Program: February 2, 2015 Website: http://www.ugresearchsci.ucla.edu/amgenscholars.htm

= Loma Linda University = Summer Health Disparities Research Programs

<span style="color: #000000; display: block; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">**OSEA** — The Open School of Ethnography & Anthropology: 5 summer programs @http://www.osea-cite.org/apply/

<span style="color: #000000; display: block; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">**CLIMB UP** (Undergraduate Program) for Summer Research gives students an opportunity to conduct research in the biomedical and health sciences and explore graduate career opportunities. <span style="color: #000000; display: block; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">@http://www.buffalo.edu/climb/climb-up.html

Tulane University @http://www.tnprc.tulane.edu/training.html

@http://nascent-erc.org/nascent-summer-reu-program/
 * NASCENT** Summer REU program

The **Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI)** brings together innovative undergraduate minds from across the country to The University of Texas at Austin Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering (UT PGE) Department to research hot energy topics with world-class faculty members. @http://www.pge.utexas.edu/research/internship

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) @http://www.drugabuse.gov/about-nida/organization/offices/office-diversity-health-disparities-odhd

regenerative medicine at such institutions as Harvard, Wake Forest, and Oxford University. Examples of past internships can be seen at
 * SENS (Strategies for Engineered Negligible Senescence)**

- NOTE: an aptamer did this program in 2014 (Shruti Singh) http://www.sens.org/education/research-opportunities/srf-summer-scholars-program/srf-summer-scholars-alumni

San Jose State University
@http://www.biology.sjsu.edu/rumba/NSF-REU_RUMBA/Welcome.html

@http://www.oceans-campus.com/programs/oceans-research-internship/
 * South Africa**

MD/PhD Style programs (let's you find out if you are interested in MD/Ph.D. track)
Association of American Medical Colleges - the main point of contact for MD/PhD stuff. @https://www.aamc.org/members/great/169782/mdphdsummerprograms.html

Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program (Weill Cornell, Rockefeller, Sloan-Kettering) Gateways To The Laboratory Program @http://weill.cornell.edu/mdphd/summerprogram/

University of Michigan UM-SMART Undergrad Summer Program @http://medicine.umich.edu/medschool/education/mdphd-program/um-smart-undergrad-summer-program

Dartmouth University MD-PhD Undergraduate Summer (MPUS) Fellowship Program @http://geiselmed.dartmouth.edu/mpus/about/

MD Programs
@https://www.utsystem.edu/jamp/
 * JAMP - here at UT**

A free six-week summer enrichment program for freshmen and sophomores at one of twelve medical or dental schools around the country. Find out more about the program and apply here: []
 * SMDEP - Summer Medical and Dental Education Program**


 * UT Health Sciences Center at Houston**

@http://med.uth.tmc.edu/administration/edu_programs/medical-education/srp/index.html
 * UT Medical School at Houston:**

@http://www.mdanderson.org/education-and-research/education-and-training/schools-and-programs/research-training/programs-and-courses/partnership-for-excellence-in-cancer-research/training-program/partnership-for-excellence-in-cancer-research-training-program-step-up-program.html
 * MD Anderson in Houston - STEP-UP program**

**http://academicdepartments.musc.edu/grad/summer_research_program/**
 * Medical University of South Carolina **

<span style="font-family: &#39;Verdana&#39;,&#39;sans-serif&#39;;">med.virginia.edu/srip
 * University of Virginia **

<span style="font-family: &#39;Verdana&#39;,&#39;sans-serif&#39;;">**Post Baccalaureate Programs** <span style="font-family: &#39;Verdana&#39;,&#39;sans-serif&#39;;">**UTMB**

@http://microbiology.utmb.edu/prep/

NIH funded **Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP)**. We will be accepting students for our program that begins in early June 24, 2013. They must graduate with a BS/BA before the PREP begins and must not have graduated before June, 2010. Students earn a graduate certificate, build confidence for graduate training and participate in a research project with a mentor they choose.