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News and Announcements

Robert Louis Katz and Manne Research Institute Summer Scholars Program

Friday, December 6, 2024
This program offers undergraduate students the chance to gain a paid, hands-on research experience focused on childhood health and disease

Iowa Sciences Academy Scholar Symposium

Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Want to learn about research from undergraduates? You're invited to the Iowa Sciences Academy 2024 Scholar Symposium! This in-person event features short talks by undergraduate students about their research who are currently supported by programs administered by the Iowa Sciences Academy. Come by the Kollros Auditorium on December 7th from 10:00am - 12:00pm to hear from these spectacular students.

Molecular Regulation of Vascular Function

Monday, December 2, 2024
Our group is focused on understanding the cellular signaling pathways involved in vascular disease. We conduct both cell biology and animal studies to investigate the role of novel proteins or processes in endothelial cell biology. Students with an interest in cell biology or animal studies are encouraged to apply. Duties and responsibilities: performing cell based studies, genotyping, managing mice colonies, microscopy all these will depend on the experience and interest.

OUR Ambassador Social

Monday, December 2, 2024
The Office of Undergraduate Research Ambassadors is excited to celebrate the end of the semester with you! Join us for the OUR Ambassador Social featuring a customizable hot chocolate bar, hot apple cider, and sweet treats to warm you up from the cold. See you at our office

Fulbright Week 2024

Monday, November 11, 2024
Join International Programs for Fulbright Week. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers recent bachelor’s graduates, master’s and doctoral candidates, young professionals, and artists the chance to develop personally and gain international experience.

Upcoming Deadlines and Events

EURA - January 3rd 2024
DMA - January 3rd 2024