SynBERC offers summer research opportunities for undergraduates
interested in participating in the research of the Center and working
on projects in synthetic biology. Our research opportunities are
offered in partnership with research programs at
UC Berkeley, UC San Francisco, and MIT. Each program has its own
requirements and forms. Applicants should visit
the program websites to learn about eligibility requirements, application
deadlines, and to download and fill in the required forms.
For questions or additional information, please contact
Kate Spohr.
The Amgen Scholars Program is a national program to increase research
opportunities for students committed to pursuing careers in the
sciences. This program provides outstanding science undergraduates
with research experience and increases participants’ competitiveness
as candidates for admission to prestigious graduate and professional
institutions. Application deadline:Late January 2008 (check website
for exact date).
Contact: Audrey Knowlton
The goal of SUPERB is to provide research opportunities
in engineering to students who have been historically underrepresented
in the field for reasons of social, cultural, educational or economic
barriers. The 8-week summer program provides students with the opportunity
to gain research experience by participating in research projects
with engineering faculty and graduate students. Upon completion
of this program students will be better prepared and motivated to
attend graduate school. SUPERB features regular workshops and seminars
on the nature of academic life, standardized test preparation, writing
and research skills and graduate school applications. Informal meetings
and social events with faculty and graduate students are also offered.
Application deadline:Late January 2008 (check website for exact
date).
Contact: Beatriz Lopez-Flores
or Meltem Erol
The 10-week MSRP program is primarily designed to encourage
students from under-represented minorities, first-generation college
students, and students from economically-disadvantaged backgrounds
to attend graduate school and pursue a career in research, by providing
them the opportunity to do basic research in a top-notch research
institution, and in a supportive learning environment with plenty
of interaction with graduate students and faculty. This summer program
provides a unique opportunity for students who do not have access
to top-notch research facilities at their own institution to conduct
supervised research in state-of-the-art research facilities. Preference
will be given to applicants from non-research intensive colleges
and universities. Application deadline:Late January 2008 (check
website for exact date).
Contact: MSRP Program
The SRTP program provides summer research opportunities
in the health sciences for undergraduate students. Students spend
up to 10 weeks working with UCSF faculty members on research projects,
attending workshops and seminars, and developing their skills as
scientists and scholars. Application deadline:Late January 2008
(check website for exact date).
Contact: Donald Woodson |
