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  • Life Discovery – Doing Science Education Conference

    Oct 1, 2015 9:00 am3 views

    Presentation venue for your research:

    http://www.esa.org/ldc/

    This conference will highlight the leading science, curriculum design and implementation and data exploration in a research-rich biology education for high school and undergraduate students.

    A major goal of the conference is to foster communities of practice and encourage the sharing of best practices in biology education across grades. The Education Share Fair will be a central event for participants to contribute to a collection of lesson ideas as well as teacher-friendly scientific resources including photo collections, figures and charts and datasets etc. leading to publication in theLifeDiscoveryEd Digital Library.

  • Student Research Forum Library Workshop Series, Beginning Thurs. 10/8

    Oct 7, 2015 9:15 am13 views

     The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, in conjunction with the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs, Honors College and the University of Illinois Alumni Association, is pleased to announce the 2016 Student Research Forum (SRF), which will be held on April 12, 2016. This important campus-wide event showcases undergraduate, graduate and professional student research covering a broad range of scholarship: Art/Design/Humanities; Business/Computer Science/Mathematics; Engineering/Physical Sciences; Life Sciences; and Social Sciences. In addition to awards in the above categories, awards will be given to the top student research projects that best reflect the principles of sustainability and those that use women, sex, and/or gender as the central focus of their study or which have a primary focus on understanding sex or gender differences related to the topic under study.

     Registration for the forum will open in January. Further details on the event and specific instructions for participation are provided on the SRF website. http://www.research.uic.edu/srf

    In order to help you prepare, the UIC Library, the Office of Undergraduate Research, and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research are sponsoring a series of workshops designed to help students with their research.

     Student Research Forum Library Workshop Series

    Getting Started with Your ResearchIf you plan to present at the Student Research Forum or elsewhere in the Spring, now is the time to get started with your research.  In this workshop librarians will work with any and all students to:

         Develop Your Topic: Is your topic too broad or too narrow?  Librarians will help you address this and other issues that can crop up as you develop a research topic.

         Find Resources:  What are the best resources in your field?  How should you use them? What are effective strategies for figuring out which articles you should read?

         Organize What You Find:  There are tools that help you save and organize the materials you find online.  They can save you a lot of time and even save you from accidental plagiarism. Librarians will briefly introduce you to these tools.

     Dates and times:

                October 8 from 1-2 pm
               October 9 from 2-3 pm
               October 27 from 3-4 pm

    Location: The IDEA Commons Classroom, Daley Library, First Floor, Room 1-010

    Registration: http://research.uic.edu/node/3775

    How To Read and Use Scholarly Journal Articles

    If you have ever read a journal article, the core expression of scholarship in a wide variety of fields, you may have felt that reading and understanding journal articles is hard.  You aren’t the only one.  This workshop is meant to provide you with some advice and methods for breaking a journal article into manageable pieces and extracting the key information from it for your research. Open to students from all fields and all disciplines!

    Dates and times:

                October 28     2-3 pm
               October 29     1-2 pm

    Location: The IDEA Commons Classroom, Daley Library, First Floor, Room 1-010

    Registration: http://research.uic.edu/node/3775

     If you have any questions regarding the 2016 Student Research Forum please feel free to contact Jacqueline Berger at jacquieb@uic.edu

  • Honors College Research and Travel Grants, Apply by Fri. 10/9

    Oct 7, 2015 1:00 pm86 views

    A significant advantage of being in the Honors College is access to money to support your undergraduate research or other scholarly projects. Please see your faculty research advisor right away and start on your applications for several grants-in-aid, which are all due on-line Friday, October 9, 2015. All applications must be read by and supported by a letter from your research faculty advisor.

    (1) Research grants: All forms of scholarship are supported, including Capstone Projects. Maximum award is $1,000, for expenditures incurred since January 12, 2015 or anticipated for projects planned for Fall 2015 and Spring 2016 semesters. Reasonable research expenses may be covered (but not student stipends). Please submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/users/sign_in

    (2) Travel grants: Proposals will be considered for expenses associated with presentation of research at conferences (e.g., flight, hotel, poster preparation costs) up to $500. Please submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/users/sign_in

    Whether you are conducting scientific experiments, lab research, or surveys, whether you are analyzing data from field work such as participant observation or in-depth interviews, creating a set for a play, designing a building, or exploring historical archives, you may apply for funding to support your research, attend professional conferences, pay for your Research Forum poster, etc.   

    Please read the award announcements carefully, and follow instructions for submission of rationale and methods, detailed budget and budget justification, letter of support, etc. Submit your completed online application--include support letter--by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2015. The online system will be terminated at that time and no late applications will be accepted.

    Please direct questions to Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu or 312-413-5987.

  • Northwestern University Internship Opportunity in Medical Social Sciences

    Oct 14, 2015 3:15 pm101 views

    Northwestern University is looking for a volunteer intern to join their research team in conducting various research projects at the Feinberg School of Medicine in the Department of Medical Social Sciences. The studies the intern would be assisting with are part of the Biobehavioral Mechanisms and Health Outcomes Program. Studies within this program primarily focus on understanding the Hispanic breast cancer patient’s cultural and psychosocial experience in order to improve treatment self-management following active breast cancer treatment and reduce disparities in cancer outcomes. 

    This intern would assist with various tasks in support of multiple studies with Hispanic breast cancer patients. Some of the tasks include reviewing patient records, screening, recruiting, consenting and completing assessments with patients, managing and aiding in the analysis of data, translating study materials into Spanish, and aiding in the development and implementation of an eHealth intervention.

    Interested students would need to commit to coming into the lab for two to three days per week (12 hours weekly) for a period of at least a semester. Spoken and written fluency in Spanish is required; having research, psychological, social and/or medical interests is preferred. Training in medical language in English and Spanish will be provided. If interested, please contact Diana Buitrago via email (diana.buitrago@northwestern.edu) with a copy of your CV/resume, or by phone if you would like more information.

  • Bioarchaeology and Forensic Anthropology Conference (BARFAA), 10/23-10/25

    Oct 16, 2015 8:30 am91 views

    OCTOBER 23RD – 25TH, 2015

    22ND ANNUAL MIDWEST BIOARCHAEOLOGY AND FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY CONFERENCE

    Host: Dr. Sloan R Williams, Department of Anthropology, University of Illinois at Chicago

    Keynote Speaker: Dr. Daniel Wescott, Director of the Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State University.

    Schedule:

    Friday, 10/23:
    Informal Reception: 6-9pm

    Saturday, 10/24:
    Registration: 8:30 am
    Conference: 9am - 5pm

    Sunday, 10/25:
    Field Museum Panel: 9:30 - 11am

    Location: University of Illinois at Chicago

    For additional information and registration details, please see the attached flyer.

  • NSF/Biology Research Program for 1st and 2nd year students, Fri. 10/30

    Oct 28, 2015 9:15 am117 views

    Attention all freshmen and sophomores majoring in Biological Sciences:

    Are you interested in getting involved in research in the biological sciences? There will be an organizational meeting for the NSF/Biology/Capstone Program on Friday, October 30 at 3:30 p.m. in the Quiet Study Room (BH 121). The meeting will include more details about the program and a dozen faculty members from the department will be present to briefly describe their research programs and interests. The presentations are expected to last a total of approximately 2 hours.

    This program offers a two-and-a-half-year participation in biology research on campus and provides one way that Honors College students can fulfill their Capstone requirements. Students participating in the NSF/Biology/Capstone Program are associated with a research group in the Department of Biological Sciences and conduct experiments in ongoing research projects sponsored by the National Science Foundation.

    See the flyer attached below for an agenda for the event.  Details are provided at http://www.uic.edu/honors/learning/bioscapstone.shtml

    Please RSVP to Eliza Callahan (eycas@uic.edu).  Light refreshments will be served.

     

  • Newberry Library Undergraduate Seminar on Resistance to Slavery, Deadline 11/2

    Oct 28, 2015 3:45 pm72 views

    Dear UIC students,

    I am delighted to announce the topic for the Spring 2016 Newberry Library Undergraduate Seminar:  Break the Chains:  Revolt, Rebellion, and Resistance in the World of Atlantic Slavery.  The Newberry Library Undergraduate Seminar is a team-taught interdisciplinary course that is open to undergraduates from four Chicago-area universities (DePaul, Loyola, UIC, and Roosevelt).  The six-credit course provides undergraduate students an unparalleled opportunity to conduct archival research in one of the country's foremost public research libraries. This year the seminar will explore the many varieties of slave resistance in the Atlantic world, using primary documents from Europe, Africa, and especially the Caribbean. Topics will include revolt among maritime laborers; the creation of multicultural communities among enslaved Africans and Indigenous people; Caribbean slave revolts; the relationship between slave resistance and the abolitionist movement; slave conspiracies in the decades before the U. S. Civil War; and the influence of slave rebellions on the philosophy, music, and literature of the period.

    The course will meet at the Newberry Library, 60 West Walton Street, on Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:00-5:00 (January 12-May 5) and will be taught by Professor John Donoghue, associate professor of history at Loyola University, and Professor Jeffrey Glover, associate professor of English at Loyola.

    Each student who is accepted into the seminar will be awarded a $250 scholarship to cover the cost of transportation and other research related expenses.  Any junior or senior at UIC is eligible to apply.

    To apply for the course, simply fill-out an application form and submit it electronically with the required materials to:  Professor Lisa A. Freeman, lfreeman@uic.edu.   The application deadline is Monday, November 2.

    If you have questions about the course, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am eager to ensure a strong contingent of students from UIC and would be more than happy to meet with you to discuss the course.

    Yours,

    Lisa A. Freeman
    Associate Professor and Associate Head
    Department of English

  • Introduction to Cancer Research Careers, Visit to National Cancer Institute and Potential Internships, Apply by 11/18

    Oct 30, 2015 2:00 pm67 views

    Introduction to Cancer Research Careers 2-day visit to the National Cancer Institute and internship opportunity deadline is coming up on November 18th.

    NCI will sponsor a visit for ICRC participants to the NIH campus in February 2016 for an opportunity to learn about the research being conducted at the NCI. Participants may be scheduled for interviews with NCI Investigators recruiting summer or post-baccalaureate interns. Internship offers will be made by individual investigators through the ICRC program office. Information here: https://icrc.nci.nih.gov/icrc/ProgDetails.html  Selection as a participant for the visit does not guarantee the candidate an internship at the NCI.

     

    November 18Applications dueNovember 23Reference letters duelate December/early JanuaryParticipants notifiedFebruary 7-9ICRC Visit

    If a student is hired by an NCI investigator as an intern, he/she will work under their direction and in concert with other researchers, fellows, and technicians. Interns will have the option to attend seminars on topics related to basic, clinical, biomedical and behavioral research, human health, healthy lifestyles, and health disparities.

    ICRC interns are provided with travel support and a monthly stipend with summer housing subsidy.

    All interns are required to carry health insurance. No-cost health insurance is available for interns who work a minimum of three months.

    NCI has facilities in Bethesda, Rockville, and Fredrick, Maryland. You may be matched with an investigator at any of the locations.

    Details at: https://icrc.nci.nih.gov/icrc/ProgDetails.html#TwoDayVisit 

  • Capstone Workshops: Mock Presentation Workshop, Wed. 11/4

    Nov 2, 2015 5:15 pm108 views

    Working on your Capstone?  Attend a Capstone workshop to help you through the process!

    Abstract Writing Workshop: Tuesday 10/20, 2- 3pm, 114 BH

    Presentation / Poster Preparation Workshop: Thursday 10/29, 12:30 - 1:30 pm, 114 BH** Please note time change!

    Mock Presentation Workshop: Wednesday 11/4, 3-4pm, 114 BH

    General Capstone Workshop: Tuesday 11/17, 12:30 - 1:30 pm, 121 BH

    If you have questions, contact Dean Chang (huiching@uic.edu).

  • Free Survey Research Methods Webinars in Fall 2015, Beginning Wed. 11/4

    Nov 2, 2015 5:30 pm13 views

    FREE SURVEY RESEARCH METHODS WEBINARS IN FALL 2015

    The Survey Research Laboratory is offering four introductory webinars on survey research methodology during the fall 2015 semester. The webinars are free to University faculty, staff, and students.

    Introduction to Web Surveys
    Wednesday, November 4, noon
    Timothy Johnson

    This webinar will provide a brief overview of current Web-based survey data collection systems and review the major sources of survey error associated with Web surveys and current approaches to addressing these problems.

     

    Introduction to Questionnaire Design
    Tuesday, November 10, noon
    Allyson Holbrook

    Designing a good questionnaire is a complicated process that includes decisions ranging from questionnaire format and question order to question wording and response categories. The design should aid respondent understanding of questions, recall, and judgment formation, and minimize response editing because of social desirability. This webinar will review basic strategies for achieving these goals.

     

    Introduction to Survey Data Analysis: Addressing Survey Design and Data Quality
    Wednesday, November 18, noon
    Linda Owens

    The basics of analyzing survey data, including techniques for data screening, the handling of missing data, sample weighting, and adjustment for complex survey designs will be addressed in this webinar.

     

    Learn more and register at http://www.srl.uic.edu/seminars/Fall15Seminars.htm. 

     

  • Goldwater Scholarship for careers in science or engineering research

    Nov 6, 2015 4:00 am56 views

    The Goldwater Scholarship has been won by 20 UIC students in the last 16 years. You could be next!

    What is the Goldwater Scholarship?
    The Goldwater is a $7500 award for sophomores and juniors committed to earning PhDs or MD/PhDs in math, science or engineering. Students apply as undergraduates and the money must be used toward the following year(s) of undergraduate study.

    What is the deadline?
    UIC’s internal Goldwater deadline is November 11.

     What makes a good Goldwater Scholar?

    -very strong grades (3.8 or higher)

    -research experience

    -a commitment to a career in research

    If you have questions about the scholarship, please check it out online at goldwater.scholarsapply.org and direct any questions you have to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

     

  • Fall Honors College Research Symposium, Tues. 11/17

    Nov 16, 2015 4:15 pm266 views

    Are you interested in seeing undergraduate research?  Unsure what to do for your Capstone project and want to see examples from other students?  Come to the Fall Honors College Research Symposium!  

    The Honors College is excited to announce the Fall 2015 Honors College Research Symposium. This will be a poster presentation event with Honors College student presentations ongoing throughout the event.

    Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2015

    Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m. 

    Location: 302 SCE

    Questions?  Contact Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu

  • Psychology research position with Dr. Bottoms’ jury decision making study

    Nov 23, 2015 5:30 pm66 views

    There are openings for smart, motivated students to work as research assistants on a jury decision making study with Professor Bette L. Bottoms, Ms. Liana Peter-Hagene, and several other undergraduate research assistants beginning immediately and for the following semester, Spring 2016. One study focuses on implications of race and prejudice in decision making. All students will receive Honors College activity credit and departmental research credit. Students who are eligible for federal work study are encouraged to apply.

    The research skills and experience gained would be applicable to many other research disciplines. You will have the opportunity to work on research that has direct implications for the justice system and to gain knowledge about the legal system as well as psychology. The primary tasks will involve transcribing videos of group discussions as part of a team.

    If you are interested, please complete the application attached and email it to Liana, cpeter26@uic.edu. Applications will be considered on a first come, first served basis, so please apply soon to receive priority. Thank you!

     

  • Undergraduate Research Opportunity with the Motor Behavior Lab

    Nov 30, 2015 2:30 pm182 views

    Interested in helping with a research project on how the human brain controls movement? I need motivated students to help with several projects starting next semester. Engineering students are preferred.

    To learn more contact:

    Max Berniker mbernike@uic.edu
    http://sensorimotorcontrolatorium.uic.edu/

  • Study human rights, science or public service abroad

    Dec 2, 2015 10:45 am58 views

    Are you interested in going abroad to study public health, human rights, or to conduct research?  Then the Rotary, Humanity in Action, and/or DAAD-Rise programs may be for you!

    Humanity in Action:

    The Humanity in Action Fellowship brings together international groups of Fellows to study minority rights and produce original research exploring how and why individuals and societies, past and present, have resisted intolerance and protected democratic values. Separate programs take place for five weeks every summer in Amsterdam, Atlanta, Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, and Warsaw.  Fellows only pay the cost of airfare to their host country; students can apply while in college or soon afterwards.

    Program Dates:  May 24 - June 26, 2016

    Website:  http://www.humanityinaction.org/programs

    Deadline to apply:  January 7, 2016

    DAAD-Rise Summer Internship Program:

    RISE Germany offers undergraduate students from North American and British universities the opportunity to complete a summer research internship at top German universities and research institutions.

    Students are matched with a host university or institute according to their area of interest (biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, engineering, or a closely related field)DAAD provides students a monthly stipend for three months to help cover living expensesHost universities and institutes provide housing assistance and match students with Ph.D. student mentorsGerman language is not required and the working language will be in English

    Website:  https://www.daad.de/rise/en/

    Deadline:  January 15, 2016

    Rotary International Global Grant:

    Through global grants, Rotarians can support future leaders in fields related to the areas of focus:

    Peace and conflict prevention/resolution Disease prevention and treatment Water and sanitation Maternal and child health Basic education and literacy Economic and community development

    Global grant scholarships fund graduate-level coursework or research for one to four academic years.

    For more information, please see attached document.

    Deadline: January 4, 2016

    To discuss any of these opportunities, please contact Molly Hildebrand at mhild@uic.edu. 

  • Paid Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates

    Dec 7, 2015 8:30 am62 views

    Are you a looking for a paid summer research opportunity in the social or natural sciences, math, or engineering (STEM)? Will you have some time on Wednesday because your finals are over or you need to take a productive study break? 

    The Office of Undergraduate Research is pleased to invite you to attend an information session on finding and applying for Paid Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates. This session will include information on UIC programs and a group viewing of an informative webinar on opportunities nationwide, sponsored by Pathways to Science, the National Science Foundation (NSF), and the National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA).

    Wednesday, December 9th
    1:30 pm - 3 pm (Come and go at any time)
    1501 University Hall
    Snacks will be provided

    RSVP not required. But if you let us know you're coming, we'll be sure to have enough food and drink! 

    Click or copy/paste this link to reply yes or no: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/7252947 

    (And don't worry. If you cannot make this event, the Office of Undergraduate Research will hold a similar session again in January.)

    Have questions or want more info? 

    Email: our@uic.edu
    Facebook:  www.facebook.com/UICUndergraduateResearch
    Twitter: @UICOUResearch

  • Research Assistant for the Long-Term Study of Youth Mentoring

    Dec 7, 2015 3:45 pm205 views

    Research Assistants for the "Long-Term Study of Youth Mentoring"

    We are currently looking for Research Assistants to aid in the "Long-Term Study of Youth Mentoring" at the Institute for Health Research and Policy (IHRP). This study is being lead by Dr. DuBois, a professor at UIC's School of Public (Dr. David Dubois). Dr. DuBois and his team are conducting a follow-up study of persons who were involved in a study dating back to the 1990's that looked at the effects of mentoring provided by the Big Brothers Big Sisters program (LSYM).

    We are looking for Research Assistants who are interested in gaining research experience for course credit or as a volunteer. All Research Assistants will gain real life research experience that will help in the next step after graduation, whether that be applying for graduate school or entering the professional sector.  Dr. DuBois will be available to provide a letter of reference to facilitate these next steps. For those who continue with the project more than one semester, there will also be an opportunity to be included as a co-author on a research paper for a professional conference.

    Some of the tasks the Research Assistance will be doing are:

    - Participant outreach: communication with participants by email and phone for purposes of recruitment into the study as well as data collection.
    - Data entry and management using software such as "Redcap" and Lexis Nexis
    - Administrative tasks involving the use of Microsoft office

    Students who are interested must have the following qualifications:

    - GPA must be above 3.0
    - Willing to travel to the West Campus (IHRP)
    - Minimum time commitment of 8 hours per week
    - Oral and written communication: must be able to communicate effectively through email and phone
    - Customer service skills and experience with Microsoft software (e.g., Excel) are a plus.

    If interested, please contact Dr. David Dubois at dldubois@uic.edu or Julius Rivera at Jriver40@uic.edu.

  • American Psychological Association Research Grants for Undergrads

    Dec 7, 2015 4:45 pm33 views

    The American Psychological Association has many research awards and funding opportunities that undergraduate students in psychology and other disciplines can apply for.  View the site below for more information: 

    http://www.apa.org/related.aspx?query=PageID:7-194256-64&fq=DocumentTypeFilt:%22Scholarship/Grant/Award%22

  • Undergraduate Research Opportunity with African American Cultural Center

    Dec 11, 2015 4:45 pm44 views

    Lori Danielle Barcliff Baptista

    Email Address: baptista@uic.eduCollege: Architecture and the Arts

    Department: Theatre and Music

    Secondary Department: Art History

    Title: Director, African American Cultural Center/Adjunct Asst. Prof, School of Theatre & Music; Faculty Affiliate, Museum & Exhibition Studies

    Office: 209 Addams Hall

    Phone: 312-413-2705

    Webpage: https://aacc.uic.edu/

    Participating in the Chancellor’s Undergraduate Research Awards program:Yes

    Research Interest:I conduct archival and applied research that examines the relationships between culture, aesthetics, and everyday life. My research focuses on how members of Immigrant and migrant communities use aspects of material and expressive culture - especially food, nature and religious iconography - to honor, validate or convey their sense of connectedness to multiple places or traditions. I am most interested in how members of marginalized communities use innovative or creative practices to improve their quality of life. I am looking for students interested in conducting research on the history of the African American Cultural Center, the Center's arts-based programs and initiatives, and the history of campus and community based programs and organizations related to the Black experience at UIC.

    Minimum time commitment in hours per week: 10

    Qualifications of a Student:-Sophomore or higher standing with a strong academic record -Ability to work independently and as a member of a team -Any major with an interest in African-American or African-Diaspora culture, education, visual and performing arts, social justice-Experience or interest in interdisciplinary, archival, ethnographic or participatory research methods-Organized and detail-oriented with exceptional writing and multi-tasking skills -Familiarity with Excel, wordpress preferred

    Brief Summary of what is expected from the student:Working under the direction of the AACC Director, student researchers will conduct literature reviews, interview actors involved in the process of establishing the Center, identify, access and log archival materials, and participate in asset mapping exercises and creative activities – such as participatory photography, storytelling, arts making and performance.Student researchers will contribute to the writing of an historical overview for the Cultural Center website and other social media outlets. These materials will be adapted into a number of formats that can serve as the basis for scholarly publications, presentations, documentary film, exhibitions and to engage stakeholders in the work and mission of the AACC.Student researchers will present their research in a public forum. They will also be acknowledged and credited for their work.

  • Win an internship through Oak Ridge National Laboratory Challenge Program

    Dec 14, 2015 8:45 am172 views

    Oak Ridge National Laboratory wants to pinpoint and capture some of the best new minds entering scientific and engineering fields today by using a unique competitive process, one that is attractive to students who want to be involved in grand challenge science and make a difference in the world. Learn more about how you can participate in the ORNL Challenge program and become an integral part of scientific discovery at ORNL! Win an internship. Choose between the Model Magnets Challenge and the Distributed Energy Research Challenge. http://orau.org/ornlchallenge/index.html  Application deadline: January 15, 2016

  • Research Opportunity on Puerto Rican Debt Crisis with Finance Professor

    Dec 18, 2015 5:15 pm59 views

    Professor Bob Chirinko in the Department of Finance is seeking a student to work on a proposed research project: "What Went Wrong?  The Puerto Rican Debt Crisis and Lessons for the State of Illinois."  Please read the document below for full details on this opportunity.  Students who are interested in the possibility of expanding this project into a Capstone project may discuss that with Dr. Chirinko.  If interested, please contact Dr. Chirinko at chirinko@uic.edu and include your resume and a description of why you are interested in the project.  Any questions can be directed to Dr. Chirinko.

  • Sociology Research project on autism in Somali refugee populations

    Dec 21, 2015 9:45 am101 views

    Professor Claire Decoteau (Department of Sociology) is looking for an undergraduate research assistant to conduct research related to her project that analyzes the ways in which Somali refugee populations make sense of the high rates of autism within their communities.  For this project, the student would be analyzing newspaper articles on Somali immigrants in the two cities in which the project is based: Minneapolis, MN and Toronto, ON.  Somalis have mostly immigrated to North America from 1991 until the present – the largest group immigrating in 1991 after the collapse of the Barre regime in Somalia.  Prof. Decoteau is interested in understanding the various public discourses which emerge in these two cities as Somali immigrants become a significant minority population.  The student will download and code newspaper articles analyzing the ways in which Somalis are represented in these two cities.  The project should appeal to students interested in racial formations, immigration, the African diaspora, and/or mental illness.   It will involve the use of Dedoose coding software, and the student will gain skills in learning how to code and analyze archival data.  

    10-20 hours per week is preferred.  Interested students should send Prof Decoteau (decoteau@uic.edu) a CV/resume, list of experiences in conducting primary research and reasons for interest in this position.  Prof. Decoteau would prefer to hear from students prior to the start of the term: January 11th.  

  • 2016 Regenerative Medicine Summer Internship Opportunities

    Dec 21, 2015 10:00 am479 views

    The SRF Summer Scholars Program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to conduct biomedical research to combat diseases of aging, such as cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Under the guidance of a scientific mentor, each Summer Scholar is responsible for his or her own research project in such exciting areas as genetic engineering and stem cell research. The Summer Scholars Program emphasizes development of both laboratory and communication skills to develop well-rounded scientists who can work equally well with other scientists or the general public. Students participating in the program will hone their writing skills via periodic reports, which are designed to emulate text scientists commonly must produce. Additionally, a poster presentation at a SRF-sponsored conference at the end of the summer will provide students with an opportunity to put all of their newly developed communication skills into practice when they present their results to scientists from other research institutions.

    Paid positions are available at such world-renowned research institutions as:

    Buck Institute for Research on Aging

    Harvard School of Medicine

    Sanford-Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute

    Scripps Research Institute

    SRF Research Center

    Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine

    The online application and full descriptions of each research project can be found at www.sens.org/2016-summer-scholars. Applications will be accepted until 12 pm PST February 1, 2016. 

    If you have any questions about the program, please feel free to contact Gregory Chin at greg.chin@sens.org

  • Professor Claire Decoteau (Department of Sociology) Looking for Undergraduate Research Assistant

    Dec 22, 2015 1:30 pm2 views

    Professor Claire Decoteau (Department of Sociology) is looking for an undergraduate research assistant to conduct research related to her project that analyzes the ways in which Somali refugee populations make sense of the high rates of autism within their communities.  For this project, the student would be analyzing newspaper articles on Somali immigrants in the two cities in which the project is based: Minneapolis, MN and Toronto, ON.  Somalis have mostly immigrated to North America from 1991 until the present – the largest group immigrating in 1991 after the collapse of the Barre regime in Somalia.  Prof. Decoteau is interested in understanding the various public discourses which emerge in these two cities as Somali immigrants become a significant minority population.  The student will download and code newspaper articles analyzing the ways in which Somalis are represented in these two cities.  The project should appeal to students interested in racial formations, immigration, the African diaspora, and/or mental illness.   It will involve the use of Dedoose coding software, and the student will gain skills in learning how to code and analyze archival data.  

     

    10-20 hours per week is preferred.  Interested students should send Prof Decoteau (decoteau@uic.edu) a CV/resume, list of experiences in conducting primary research and reasons for interest in this position.  Prof. Decoteau would prefer to hear from students prior to the start of the term: January 11th.  

     

  • Call for Submissions: Real Talk Series - Spring 2016

    Jan 13, 2016 10:30 am27 views

    The Campus Advocacy Network (can.uic.edu) is inviting undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff to participate in the Spring 2016 REAL TALK series. You do not have to be currently matriculated as a UIC student. This is an open call. REAL TALK is a yearlong series and will be held from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pmon the 3rd Thursday of every month. Date can be negotiated with presenter.

    Submissions must fall within the spectrum of emerging research, social justice, advocacy, activism, and interpersonal violence. Submissions should incite critical dialogues about emerging research, social equity, and justice – while aiming to advance dialogues of power, privilege, and oppression.

    Eligible participants may present a working paper, illustrated paper, interactive short paper, or poster presentation, and panel discussion. Presentations should describe purpose, methods (if applicable), conclusion of research, clear connections between the culprits of interpersonal violence and social injustice.

    Presenters will have 45 minutes to present, and 10 minutes for a Q&A session.

    SUBMISSIONS
    Full Name:
    Email:
    Phone number:
    Year / Major:
    Subject / Topic
    50-100 Word Abstract:
    Preferred month of presentation:

    Please make submissions to Daniel K. Cairo at dcairo2@uic.edu by January 22nd.

  • Amgen Scholars Biotechnology research summer program, Apply by Mon. 2/1

    Jan 13, 2016 10:30 am111 views

    Harvard University is one of ten U.S. institutions that again will be offering a ten-week Amgen Scholars Program in the summer of 2016.  The Harvard-Amgen program, with an emphasis on biotechnology research, affords a diverse cohort of rising undergraduate juniors and seniors the opportunity to work in laboratories of faculty across the Harvard universe, including the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Division of Medical Sciences at Harvard Medical School. In addition to an engaging, formative research experience, Harvard-Amgen Scholars will live among the 400 undergraduates residents of the Harvard Summer Undergraduate Research Village community in one of the historic Houses along the Charles River. 

    The deadline to submit complete applications is Monday, February 1, 2016.  More information about the Harvard-Amgen Scholars Program, including profiles of last year’s cohort, along with eligibility criteria and instructions to apply may be found here:  http://uraf.harvard.edu/amgen-scholars.  The Amgen Scholars Program website, which includes information about all of the U.S. and international programs available this coming summer may be found here: www.amgenscholars.com.  

    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at gllacer@fas.harvard.edu. 

    Gregory A. Llacer
    Director, Harvard College Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships (URAF)
    Director, Harvard College Program for Research in Science and Engineering (PRISE)
    Harvard University  |  77 Dunster Street  |  Cambridge, MA  02138  |  617.384-7995
    http://uraf.harvard.edu  

  • Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in UIC College of Pharmacy

    Jan 13, 2016 3:00 pm438 views

    The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in the College of Pharmacy, funded by American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, aims to introduce undergraduate students to research in biomedical sciences.  We are inviting applications from domestic sophomores and juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field. Application deadline is February 1, 2016.

    Detailed information can be found on the website: go.uic.edu/surf 

    For any questions about the program, please e-mail: surf@uic.edu

    Program Dates and Structure:

    The program runs for 10 weeks between June 1, 2016 and August 9, 2016. In addition to working on independent research projects in the laboratories of faculty mentors, SURF fellows will participate in workshops on advanced scientific techniques and instrumentation, scientific presentations, a career day at a local pharmaceutical company, research seminars and final symposium where they formally present their summer projects.

    Eligibility:

    Sophomores and juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field with GPA of 3.0 or better who are US citizens or permanent residents and have an interest in pursuing graduate studies.

    Mentors:

    ASPET members in the College of Pharmacy are eligible to serve as mentors.

    Compensation:

    SURF fellows will receive $3,000 for the summer.  Housing and travel cost is not covered by the program.

    Application Deadline:

    Deadline to apply is February 1, 2016. Form and instructions are located at go.uic.edu/SURF Please feel free to contact us with any questions by e-mail at surf@uic.edu

  • Undergrad Research Opportunities Info Session

    Jan 20, 2016 9:45 am114 views

    Would you like to do undergraduate research this summer? No matter what your field of study, there are options!

    There are opportunities to conduct research in a variety of different fields both here at UIC and in locations around the country and around the world over the summer. Join us to learn more about undergraduate research opportunities

    When: Thursday, January 21
    When: 12-1:30

    Where: UH 850

    Staff from the Office of Special Scholarship Programs and the Office of Undergraduate Research will talk about research opportunities and how to apply for them. Questions? Contact ssp@uic.edu

  • Physiology and Biophysics Undergraduate Research Assistant Position Available

    Jan 20, 2016 11:45 am165 views

    Position available in lab of Mark Rasenick.

    Responsibilities:

    General lab cleanliness and upkeep, washing dishes, and making buffers

    Students may go on to work on independent research projects if they are proficient in assigned tasks. Lab specializes in neuroscience of g-proteins and depression.

    Requirements:

    Students MUST have completed BIOS 222 with a B or better. Work-study eligibility is preferred. Send resume and unofficial list of completed coursework with grades to nwray2@uic.edu

  • Paid Summer Research Opportunities in the Social or Natural Sciences, Math, or Engineering (STEM) Information Session, Wed. 1/27

    Jan 21, 2016 4:00 pm157 views

    Are you a looking for a paid summer research opportunity in the social or natural sciences, math, or engineering (STEM)? 

    The Office of Undergraduate Research invites you to attend an information session on finding and applying for Paid Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates. This session will include information on UIC summer research programs and a group viewing of an informative hour-long webinar on opportunities nationwide, sponsored by Pathways to Science, the National Science Foundation (NSF), and the National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA).

    Students seeking summer opportunities in other fields (humanities, arts, etc.) can feel free to email our@uic.edu for an individual appointment.

    Wednesday, January 27th

    1:30 pm - 3 pm (Come and go at any time)

    1501 University Hall

  • Capstone workshops: general,business, humanities, and social sciences, This Week!

    Jan 25, 2016 9:30 am67 views

    For those of you who are interested in conducting Capstone projects in humanities, social sciences, and business (or cross-disciplinary research involving these disciplines), or are just curious about them, we invite you to attend the following lectures (please note the time and place): 

    For humanities--this coming Wednesday, 1/27, and next Wednesday, 2/3, from 2 to 3

    Developing Capstone Ideas (BH 121) Proposing, Conducting, and Writing a Research Paper (BH 121)

    With Dr. Ralph Keen

    For business---this coming Friday, 1/29, and next Friday, 2/5, from 2 to 3

    Developing Capstone Ideas (BH114) Proposing, Conducting, and Writing a Research Paper (BH B16)

    With Dr. Helen Roberts

    For social sciences---this coming Friday, 1/29, and next Friday, 2/5, from 2 to 3

    Developing Capstone Ideas (BH B21) Proposing, Conducting, and Writing a Research Paper (BH B21)

    With Dr. Joel Palka

    These lectures are part of our pilot junior seminar, "Foundations for the Future." In these lectures, you will be able to discuss your topics and learn how to develop research ideas and design a research plan. This knowledge will help lay a solid foundation upon which you can seek further guidance from your Project Supervisor. 

    And don't forget the General Capstone Workshops coming up:

    Tuesday, 1/26, 3 pm - 4 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

    Wednesday, 2/3, 4 pm - 5 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

    Thursday, 2/18, 11 am-12 pm, 121 Burnham Hall  (Please note date change!)

    We hope you will take advantage of these lectures--don't miss the opportunity to learn from these experts! 

    If you have any questions, please contact Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu 

  • Illinois Research Experience at UIUC, in Chemistry, Deadline 2/12

    Jan 27, 2016 9:15 am403 views

    We are happy to announce the sixth year of the Illinois Research Experience for Undergraduates program, with support from the 3M Foundation.  I write now to invite you to urge students to apply to do summer research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.  The program will run for 10 weeks, May 29 – August 6, 2016.

    We particularly seek students who have not previously conducted research, are members of underrepresented groups (including women), or are first-generation college attendees.  Students who have completed coursework at the sophomore to junior level by June 1, 2016 are our intended scholarship recipients.  Because of high demand for our program in prior years, applicants should be planning to obtain a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry or related fields between January 1, 2017 and August 31, 2018.

    The scholarship provides:

    *$5,000 stipend for a ten-week stay in our department

    *Housing at Europa House in Urbana, within walking distance to the Department of Chemistry and the rest of the campus

    *Round trip travel cost (up to $800)

    *$600 living allowance

     

    We do require that students have at least two semesters of organic chemistry lecture and laboratory. They should also be inclined to pursue graduate studies in chemistry.  Applications may be made at the website http://chemistry.illinois.edu/reu/.  For detailed information about the research areas of individual faculty members, please see http://www.chemistry.illinois.edu/faculty/index.html. 

    Please apply as soon as possible. Applications received by February 12, 2016 will receive full consideration.   Given heavy demand for our program, files incomplete at 11:59 PM on the closing date will not be kept open for consideration.  Letters of recommendation must be received by the deadline. 

    Attached is the flyer for our REU program

  • National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates

    Jan 29, 2016 5:30 pm489 views

    NSF funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU Sites program. An REU Site consists of a group of ten or so undergraduates who work in the research programs of the host institution. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where he/she works closely with the faculty and other researchers. Students are granted stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel. Undergraduate students supported with NSF funds must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. An REU Site may be at either a US or foreign location.

    By using the web page, Search for an REU Site, you may examine opportunities in the subject areas supported by various NSF units. Also, you may search by keywords to identify sites in particular research areas or with certain features, such as a particular location.

    Students must contact the individual sites for information and application materials. NSF does not have application materials and does not select student participants. A contact person and contact information is listed for each site.

    Learn more at http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/. 

  • 3rd Annual Women’s Health Research Day, Save the Date & Call for Abstracts

    Feb 12, 2016 8:45 am73 views

    The UIC Center for Research on Women and Gender/National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health, in partnership with the UIC Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women’s Health (BIRCWH) Program and other local groups, is pleased to sponsor UIC’s 3rd annual Women’s Health Research Day to promote research and advance the understanding of new developments in women’s health. This half-day event provides an opportunity for faculty, fellows, and students to network and to showcase their research through poster and oral presentations.

    When: Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

    Where: Thompson Room, Student Center West, 828 S. Wolcott Ave, University of Illinois at Chicago

    Call for Abstracts: Students, fellows, staff, and faculty are invited present a poster on women’s health or sex/gender differences research. Monetary prizes will be awarded for top posters. Additionally, a multidisciplinary team science prize, sponsored by the UIC Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences, will be awarded to the presenter of the top clinical-translational science poster. Abstracts are due on Monday, March 21, 2016.

    This year’s theme is “Every Cell Has a Sex.” Up to two abstracts that best exemplify this theme will be invited to present 5-minute “data blitz” presentations prior to the keynote address.

    For abstract guidelines and to submit an abstract, visit: http://go.uic.edu/whrd16abstracts.

    Registration: Advance registration required. Visit: http://go.uic.edu/whrd2016 to register.

    Keynote speaker:

    Teresa Woodruff, PhD

    Director, Women’s Health Research Institute

    Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

    Dr. Woodruff is the Thomas J. Watkins Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, the Vice Chair of Research (OB/GYN), the Chief of the Division of Reproductive Science in Medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine and Professor of Molecular Biosciences at the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences at Northwestern University. She is an internationally recognized expert in ovarian biology and, in 2006, coined the term “oncofertility” to describe the merging of two fields: oncology and fertility. She now heads the Oncofertility Consortium, an interdisciplinary team of biomedical and social scientist experts from across the country.  She founded and directs the Oncofertility Saturday Academy (OSA), one of several high school outreach programs that engages girls in basic and medical sciences, and developed the concept for a National Physicians Cooperative in Oncofertility (NPC) in order to link medical practices interested in fertilitypreservation protocols. Dr. Woodruff also serves as the founding director of the Women's Health Research Institute, which has as its mission ‘science to care’ and ensuring that sex and gender are part of the research mission.  Because of her work in inclusion, she was recently interviewed by Leslie Stahl and was highlighted on a 60 Minutes report and has written extensively on inclusion of sex and gender in science and medicine (PNAS, Nature). She was named to the Time Magazine 2013 list of the World’s Most Influential People as the only scientist on the list and was voted 112th. Dr. Woodruff was awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Mentoring in an oval office ceremony (2011) and her other awards include the Beacon Award from Frontiers in Reproduction (2013), the Women in Science Award from the Weitzman Institute (2012), and an Alumni Association Merit Award from Northwestern (2012). In addition to her academic stewardship, she also served as the President of the Endocrine Society from 2013-2014. Dr. Woodruff leads a large group of scientists, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, undergraduates, visiting scholars and technicians who together make up the Woodruff Lab.  Members of the lab are making important breakthroughs in follicle biology, oocyte quality and translating this work to patients.

    Questions?

    For more information about Women’s Health Research Day, please contact Kris Zimmermann at kzimme3@uic.edu or 312.413.4251.

    Co-sponsors:

    UIC Center for Clinical and Translational Science

  • Nebraska Undergraduate Summer Research Opportunities

    Feb 12, 2016 10:15 am186 views

    UNL's summer program offers research opportunities in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields in addition to an interdisciplinary Minority Health Disparities program aimed at converting cutting edge social and behavioral research into an understanding and reduction of health disparities among minorities.

    Summer 2016 research programs include:

    Bioenergy Systems

    Biomedical Engineering

    Chemistry

    Minority Health Disparities

    Mobile Security

    Nanohybrid Functional Materials

    Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure

    Optics and Laser Physics

    Redox Biology

    Sustainability of Civil Infrastructures in Rural Environments

    Virology

    During the Nebraska Summer Research Program, students receive first-hand exposure to research and the experience of graduate school. They work closely with faculty mentors and research teams of graduate students and other summer scholars. Students also have opportunities to participate in meaningful social and professional development activities outside of the laboratory.

    Our online application makes it easy for students to apply. Priority review begins Monday, February 1 and all applications must be completed by Tuesday, March 1. Students historically underrepresented in graduate education and students from academic institutions where research programs are limited are especially encouraged to apply.

     If you have any questions about our program don't hesitate to contact me.

    Maggie Jobes

    Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment

    Office of Graduate Studies

    University of Nebraska–Lincoln

    graduate@unl.edu 

  • Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative Research Fellows Program, Deadline 2/29

    Feb 22, 2016 9:00 am224 views

    The ChicagoCHEC (Cancer Health Equity Collaborative) Research Fellows Program seeks undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students with an interest in health and health care to participate in a paid full-time summer research and enrichment experience in Chicago. 

    About the Research Fellows Program

    The ChicagoCHEC Research Fellows Program is a comprehensive learning experience for students who are planning to apply to graduate or medical school. This program is focused on the development of academic, technical, and professional skills in preparation for careers in social, behavioral, and biomedical research and in healthcare. ChicagoCHEC Research Fellows will spend the summer in seminars and research rotations learning from leading scientists. 

    Application Deadline

    February 29, 2016 at 11:59 PM CST

    Program Dates:

    June 20, 2016 - August 12, 2016 (8 Weeks) 

    More Information/ How to Apply

    Please visit the ChicagoCHEC website for eligibility and application instructions: (http://chicagochec.org/opportunities/education-training-programs/research-fellows/)

  • Honors College Research & Travel Grants (Deadline 2/26)

    Feb 24, 2016 8:00 am347 views

    A significant advantage of being in the Honors College is access to money to support your undergraduate research or other scholarly projects. Please see your faculty research advisor right away and start on your applications for several grants-in-aid, which are all due on-line Friday, February 26, 2016. All applications must be read by and supported by a letter from your research faculty advisor.

    (1) Research grants: All forms of scholarship are supported, including Capstone Projects. Maximum award is $1,000, for expenditures incurred since August 24, 2015 or anticipated for projects planned for current or planned research projects. Reasonable research expenses may be covered (but not student stipends). Please submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/1818

    (2) Travel grants: Proposals will be considered for expenses associated with presentation of research at conferences (e.g., flight, hotel, poster preparation costs) up to $500. Please submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/1815

    Whether you are conducting scientific experiments, lab research, or surveys, whether you are analyzing data from field work such as participant observation or in-depth interviews, creating a set for a play, designing a building, or exploring historical archives, you may apply for funding to support your research, attend professional conferences, pay for your Research Forum poster, and so on. 

    Please read the award announcements carefully, and follow instructions for submission of rationale and methods, detailed budget and budget justification, letter of support, and so on. Submit your completed online application--include support letter--by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2016. The online system will be terminated at that time and no late applications will be accepted.

    Please direct questions to Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu or 312-413-5987.

  • Summer Diabetes Research Program at UIC, Apply by Sun. 2/28

    Feb 24, 2016 9:00 am1100 views

    The UIC Honors College, in partnership with the UIC Department of Surgery and the Department of Bioengineering, is happy to announce a new Summer Research Program. The Summer Diabetes Research Program at UIC is a ten-week summer internship for undergraduates with a focus on diabetes research.  Sponosored by the NIH NIDDK R25 training program, this program will pair students with researchers in diabetes-related projects, such as islet transplantation, islet physiology, tissue engineering, beta-cell proliferation, microfluidic and nanotechnology technology, biological imaging, microencapsulation, and many other topics.  Students will also attend seminar-based lectures, conduct individual research, and experience a clinical component.

    Students will be compensated with a $3,000 stipend over the course of the ten-week program. 

    The application is now available at http://www.honors.uic.edu/SDR/.  The deadline for submission is February 28th.  The application includes essays, two letters of recommendation, and an official transcript.

    Please contact Dean Williams at smccloud@uic.edu with any questions.

     

  • LASURI Research Grants, Deadline 3/1

    Feb 26, 2016 11:30 am109 views

    Through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences' LASURI program, undergraduate students and faculty receive funding to work together to condcut research. LASURI is a college-wide program that supports undergraduate research assistants working with faculty mentors by providing funding for single-semester- or year-long research projects. Students receive a $2500.00 award ($1250.00 per semester), and faculty receive $1000.00 ($500 per semester) to cover project costs.

    Any UIC faculty member with an appointment in LAS may serve as a mentor for the LASURI program, which is open to full-time LAS students.  LASURI encourages projects representing the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and interdisciplinary studies.

    Who can Apply?  

    The program is open to any LAS undergraduate with a minimum 2.5 GPA who is a full-time student during the semester(s) in which the research takes place.  Faculty mentors must be affiliated with a department in LAS, and may have tenure-track, clinical, emeritus or research associate appointments.

    How does LASURI work?

     Faculty members may invite students to work with them, or students   may reach out to faculty.  Some participants find partnerships via the Undergraduate Research Experience (URE) website at www.ure.uic.edu

    Faculty mentors and students meet to determine if they would like to  work together, design a specific project and establish expectations  for the project, and work together on the application.

    The online student application is due at noon Tuesday, March 1, 2016; the brief faculty mentor review is due at noon Thursday March 3, 2016.

    At the end of each academic year, students are expected to present their research projects at the UIC Student Research Forum and submit their abstracts to the LASURI Abstract Archive.

    Students can learn more about selecting a mentor and completing  the application at these information sessions:

    o Feb 1, 2016, 10:30–noon, 850 UH

    o Feb 11, 2016, 1:30-3:00 pm, 850 UH

    To learn more about LASURI, visit us online at www.las.uic.edu/lasuri or send an email to LASURI@uic.edu.

  • Second City Anthropology Conference: Culture in Motion, Sat. 3/5 at UIC

    Feb 26, 2016 12:00 pm94 views

    Second City Anthropology ConferenceCulture in Motion: Anthropological Perspectives on Movement, Interaction, and ExchangeMarch 5, 2016, Student Center East

    What do we talk about when we talk about culture? There are many ways to define this evermore complex concept: A system of meanings and symbols, an exosomatic means of adaptation, a suite of learned behaviors, a system of institutions -- both material and ideal -- and the relationships that intertwine them. But whatever a culture’s primary features are, they are not in stasis or isolation. Culture is emergent and continually evolving at the intersections of individuals and communities -- where knowledge and practice are created, exchanged, and challenged.

    “Innovation is rearrangement of existing forms. There must be differences among the forms which are brought together, and there must also be a way of bringing them together.” - Joseph R. Caldwell.

    Attendance and participation in the conference are free and open to all students and other members of the UIC community.

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE AT: http://anthropology.las.uic.edu/anthropology/conference

    PLEASE DIRECT ALL OTHER INQUIRES TO: uic.scaconference@gmail.com  

  • Undergraduate Student Position Available at CRHA

    Mar 2, 2016 8:30 am209 views

    Undergraduate Student Position Available!

    The Center for Research on Health and Aging (CRHA) at the Institute for Health Research and Policy is seeking an undergraduate student research assistant.  This is a great opportunity to gain valuable research experience! If you are smart, reliable, motivated, and eager to learn then we want you to be a part of our team! 

    What we do:

    CRHA is housed under the Institute for Health Research & Policy at UIC, where we test and disseminate evidence about how older adults can prevent disability and disease to maintain health. You can find more information about CRHA on our website: http://www.ihrp.uic.edu/center/center-research-health-and-aging

    As an undergraduate student research assistant you will take part in an exciting project at CRHA which involves testing Fit and Strong!  (an evidence-based physical activity/ health behavior change program for older adults with lower extremity osteoarthritis) to a new enhanced version of this program called Fit and Strong! Plus that also addresses diet and weight management.

    Responsibilities:                                 

    Duties as an undergrad research assistant would be:

    Assisting with program implementation at sites in Chicago Recruiting, screening, and enrolling study participants Conducting surveys and interviews with study participants Entering data General office duties

    Who we want:

    We are looking for responsible, organized and dedicated undergraduate students who are majoring in a health or social science discipline. The ideal candidate must be willing to commute between study sites and the west campus and be able to commit to at least 20 hours per week.

    Contact Us:

    To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter to Andrew DeMott:

    Email: ademot1@uic.edu  Phone: 312-355-3174

  • EuroScholars, Apply by 4/1 for Fall Semester Research experience in Europe

    Mar 2, 2016 5:45 pm40 views

    EuroScholars is a unique research abroad programme designed for advanced and talented undergraduate students from US and Canadian institutions looking for an international research experience. The EuroScholars Program offers these students to conduct research at one of the 9 internationally renowned European Research Universities. In this programme, students have the opportunity to undertake one or two courses in the classroom and then work under the direct supervision of professors and other academic staff on a specific academic research project chosen by both the student and the faculty. There are an abundance of academic research projects in a variety of fields to choose from within the participating universities.

    Learn more at http://euroscholars.eu/. 

    Information on applications at http://euroscholars.eu/students/how-to-apply/. 

  • Open Office Hours for Capstone Questions, Wed. 3/9

    Mar 7, 2016 8:30 am160 views

    Capstone Crisis? Open Office Hours for Help

    If you're planning to graduate this semester and have any problem you think will interfere with the completion of your capstone project on schedule, please feel free to discuss the matter with Associate Dean Timothy Murphy during his open office hours Wednesday March 9, 10 am - 2 pm in Burnham 120. No appointment is necessary, and Dr. Murphy will treat the discussions as confidential.  Students who are unavailable during these times are welcome to email Dr. Murphy directly (tmurphy@uic.edu) to arrange a time for discussion.

  • Urban Ecology Field Lab - Summer Field Museum program, Apply by 3/20

    Mar 11, 2016 9:45 am132 views

    This 8-week interdisciplinary course will train students in the social and ecological methods that will prepare them to conduct their own urban ecology research project in partnership with a local CBO and land management/public policy agency. More details can be found here: https://www.fieldmuseum.org/urban-ecology-field-lab

    This will be a great opportunity for students to gain hands-on training and research experience.  Our aim is to recruit upper level undergraduates and early graduate students with some experience/coursework in the social and ecological sciences. 

    The application and flyer are attached. The application deadline is March 20.

    Questions?  Contact Dr. Jacob Campbell at the Field Museum at jcampbell@fieldmuseum.org. 

  • Register to present at the 2016 Student Research Forum! Deadline Mon. 3/21

    Mar 14, 2016 6:15 pm336 views

    Interested in presenting your Capstone project or other research at the UIC Student Research Forum?  

    The deadline for registering for the 2016 Student Research Forum is 9:00 a.m. on Monday, March 21.  Registrations are taken on a first come, first served basis until all slots are filled.  Please note that this may mean we will run out of space prior to the March 21 deadline so we encourage you to submit as soon as possible.  

    To participate in the event, you will need to submit a 300-word abstract.  Further details on the event and specific instructions for participation are provided on the SRF website. http://research.uic.edu/srf 

    Event logistics are as follows: 

    UIC Student Research Forum
    Thursday, April 12, 2016
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Rd.

    Sponsored by: The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs, the Graduate College, the Honors College, the University Library, and the Alumni Association.

    Questions?  Contact SRF organizers here: http://research.uic.edu/srf/contact_us 

  • 3rd Annual Women’s Health Research Day Save the Date & Call for Abstracts

    Mar 16, 2016 8:30 am49 views

    The UIC Center for Research on Women and Gender/National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health, in partnership with the UIC Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women’s Health (BIRCWH) Program and other local groups, is pleased to sponsor UIC’s 3rd annual Women’s Health Research Day to promote research and advance the understanding of new developments in women’s health. This half-day event provides an opportunity for faculty, fellows, and students to network and to showcase their research through poster and oral presentations. 

    When: Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

    Where: Thompson Room, Student Center West, 828 S. Wolcott Ave, University of Illinois at Chicago

     

    To register for Women's Health Research Day, visit: http://go.uic.edu/whrd2016

    Questions? Contact Kris at kzimme3@uic.edu.

  • 2016 Lavender Research Forum at UIC: Call for Proposals

    Mar 23, 2016 12:30 pm140 views

    The CCSLGBTQPA invites students and staff at ALL levels and areas of study to submit paper, poster, and presentation proposals for the Lavender Research Forum on Wednesday, April 13, 2016.

    Proposals are welcome from UIC students, UIC staff, community members and from students at other institutions. We invite proposals that span the spectrum of queer thought and academic disciplines, including the creative, visual, and performing arts. Proposals can focus on academic inquiry, skills-development, and/or creative performance/expression. This forum is an opportunity to present work, create community, and facilitate collaboration across disciplines and institutions.

    • The forum is a space to present papers and posters as well as artistic or creative contributions such as artwork, videos, and photo essays.

    • Proposals should be no more than 300 words and list presenter(s) name(s), key words regarding theme, field of study, and institutional affiliation (if any).

    • For creative pieces, proposals must also include description of A/V and/or other display needs as well as length of time and dimensions of space required to present the material.

    • Possible focus areas can include (but are not limited to): intersectionality, trans* and transgender identities and experiences, queer voices of color, role of social justice and activism in society, connections between media representations and treatment of LGBTQ people, queer-narratives of resilience, healthcare advocacy and health disparities, queering of immigration reform, and safer and inclusive education practices.

    DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS FRIDAY, MARCH 25 at 5PM.

    Proposals should be sent to lgbtqa@uic.edu

    Rules for the 2016 Competition:

    1. Proposals may have more than one author or creator

    2. Author(s) and/or creator(s) may only submit one proposal for consideration

    3. Original research must have IRB approval

    4. All author(s) and/or creator(s) must be available to present their work at the Forum

    5. Paper submissions must follow these format and content guidelines:

    a. 10 pages maximum single space including references and appendices

    b. Cover page with affiliation, short biography, lay abstract

    c. Narrative including introduction, literature review, design, findings, and significance

    6. Creative pieces/contributions such as artwork, videos, and photo essays and posters must follow

    these format and content guidelines:

    a. Cover page, with affiliation, short biography, lay abstract

    b. Narrative including introduction, design process, and significance

    Awards:

    In addition to selection for presentation, a committee will rate presentations throughout the Forum. The two most highly rated UIC student presentations will be awarded monetary prizes at the end of the day. The 1st prize award is $500 and the 2nd Prize award is $300.

    Send questions and submissions to lgbtqa@uic.edu with subject line: Lavender Research Forum

    Once notified of acceptance, all final work must be submitted by Wednesday, April 9, 2016.

  • American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Student Hill Day, Apply by 3/29

    Mar 24, 2016 10:00 am92 views

    The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is now accepting applications for our annual Student/Postdoc Hill Day! Every year, the ASBMB brings trainees from across the country to meet with their Congressional leaders in Washington, D.C. This fully-funded opportunity gives trainees the chance to help promote scientific research by directly interacting with policymakers. The deadline to apply is March 29. The event will be April 27-28.

    You can significantly affect the debate over the importance of research funding. Congressional leaders look forward to meeting with residents from their district and rely upon input from their constituents when making decisions. In describing your research, you can highlight the importance and successes of your research, discuss the impact of federally funded research on human health and establish a personal connection with your representative and his/her staff.

    Arriving on Wednesday, April 27, participants will take part in an orientation session focused on the federal budget process and communicating with members of Congress. On Thursday, April 28, participants will travel to Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress, before departing onFriday, April 29. In exchange for your time and efforts, we provide transportation, lodging and meals during your stay in Washington, D.C.

    If you are an undergraduate, graduate student or postdoc interested in this opportunity, please fill out and submit a Hill Day application form. If you are a PI with trainees who may be interested in the ASBMB Hill Day, we would appreciate you passing this letter on.

    If you have any questions, please contact ASBMB Science Policy Fellow Sarah Martin. Applicants will be notified the last week of March if they will be invited to participate.

    Thank you very much for your efforts. We look forward to reviewing your application and seeing you in Washington this April!

    Ben Corb

    Director, ASBMB Office of Public Affairs

    11200 Rockville Pike, Suite 302  Rockville, MD 20852 www.asbmb.org

  • Workshops to prepare for the Student Research Forum (and other research presentations)

    Mar 28, 2016 8:30 am220 views

    Are you working on your capstone or another research project?  Presenting your capstone or other research at the Student Research Forum or in another location?  The Honors College and the UIC Library both have put together workshops for you to prepare!  Check out the offerings below:

     

    Mock Research Poster Presentation Session

    Tuesday 3/29, 3-4 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

    Refworks and Citation Tools Workshop

    When you do library research, it is important to keep track of what you find, and to cite it correctly in your final product.  This workshop will introduce you to Refworks and some other tools that can make this process easier and more time efficient.

    Wed. 3/30, 2-3 pm, Idea Commons Classroom (first floor UIC Daley Library)

    If you have questions, contact Dean Chang (huiching@uic.edu) or Dean Murphy (tamurphy@uic.edu).

     

  • Stem Research and Career Symposium

    Apr 1, 2016 8:15 am94 views

    The Fourth Annual Emory University-Laney Graduate School STEM Research and Career Symposium will be September 18-20, 2016.  This is a great opportunity for students to present their research, attend career development workshops, and learn about career and training opportunities at Emory and elsewhere.  

    Key points about the symposium are as follows:

    Dates and venue – September 18-20, 2016, Emory Conference Center.

    Full travel scholarships available for underrepresented students. Last year 60% of student attendees received full travel awards and another 10% received partial travel awards.

    Application deadline May 1st, 2016 Students undergoing their first research experience this summer may apply to a second deadline of August 1st.

    For undergraduates AND graduate students, and their mentors.

    Student research presentations, career development workshops and social events.

    Free application and registration.

    All students (graduate and undergraduate)are encouraged to apply to attend, as well as their mentors. Students from underrepresented groups (racial minorities, disabled students and those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds) will be eligible to apply for travel awards that will provide for their travel and housing. Full information is in the attached brochure and the our website (http://www.gs.emory.edu/STEM).

    Details of the conference are summarized below.

    A premier research conference for undergraduates interested in learning about PhD, MD/PhD or postbaccalaureate programs; graduate students contemplating postdoctoral training; and the advisors of these students.

    Two days of shared research presentations, networking and mentoring.

    Interactions with Emory research faculty mentors, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.

    Round table discussion for faculty and program staff attendees with a group of Emory faculty.

     

    Due to the success of last year’s symposium and the restricted number of attendees, competition for acceptance will be spirited. Only abstracts that report outcomes/results will be competitive. Up to ten students will be selected from the submitted abstracts to present a platform talk, and their advisors will also receive a travel award if necessary. All remaining student participants will be expected to present a poster on their research.

    Mentors who write letters of reference for their students will be notified by e-mail whether or not the application was successful.   At that time mentors will also receive information about how to register to attend with their students if they wish to do so.   If you have any questions, please e-mail stem.symposia@emory.edu.