Today is the Fall Undergraduate Research Festival!

Wednesday, November 6th 3:30-6:00pm, 2nd Floor, Old Cap Mall (201 S. Clinton)

The OUR is incredibly excited for the Fall Undergraduate Research Festival tomorrow! We will have over 100 undergraduate researchers presenting their posters and exhibits, and we invite the community to come and celebrate their hard work tomorrow!

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Topics can include anything to do with undergraduate research. Let us know what interests you!

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News and Announcements

Cancer Research Opportunities at Iowa

Monday, November 4, 2024
The application is now open for the University of Iowa’s Cancer Research Opportunities at Iowa (CROI) undergraduate summer program. Our 10 week program features an individual research project, oral and poster presentation, mentoring, clinical shadowing, and career development opportunities.

Unveiling GPCR signaling in cancer and obesity: function and therapeutic options

Wednesday, October 30, 2024
The research focuses on investigating the signaling mechanisms underlying the development of obesity and breast cancer. This project offers ample opportunities for undergraduate student involvement. Depending on their experience, students may assist with lab maintenance, support experimental procedures, and receive guidance in applying for the ICRU fellowship. With substantial contributions, students may also have the opportunity to co-author manuscripts.

Poster Workshop

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Are you planning on presenting at the Fall Undergraduate Research Festival? On Tuesday the 22nd from 4-5pm 140 BHC, OUR research ambassadors will be presenting a workshop on how to make and organize a research poster! The ambassadors all have experience giving poster presentations, and they will be able to answer specific questions and review poster drafts. Stop by for help and feedback!

Resilient Voices: A Multimedia Exhibition Celebrating Youth Empowerment, Global Perspectives, and the Legacy of Anne Frank 

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
At the Iowa City Public Library (ICPL), there will be a Digital Diary exhibit showcasing stories of children from around the world and throughout history, highlighting the challenges they faced during wars and conflicts. Alongside this, local youth will present their submissions in various media, including writing and art, exploring themes of war, personal struggle, resilience, and peace.

The OUR Welcomes New Associate Director Liz Saathoff!

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
On October 14th, Liz Saathoff started as the Office of Undergraduate Research's Associate Director! We are excited to welcome her, and we know she will be an asset to our mission of promoting undergraduate research by providing resources to mentors and students.

Upcoming Deadlines and Events

FURF 2024

Wednesday, November 6th
2nd Floor, University Capitol Center
3:30pm-5:30pm

Registration closed. Any edits made after noon November 1st will not be reflected on the online program.