Articles from September 2023

Good fit for the Goldwater?

Friday, September 15, 2023
These virtual info sessions are great way to quickly learn more about this national fellowship for experienced undergraduate researchers who intend to pursue post-graduate training in basic science research. Second- and Third-Year students are eligible to apply to represent Iowa at the national level. Campus nomination deadline: November 14, 2023

Office of Scholar Development

Friday, September 15, 2023
The Office of Scholar Development (OSD) assists University of Iowa undergraduates and alumni in their pursuit of national fellowship and funding opportunities. Find out more about what they do!

Mitochondria in cardiovascular disease

Friday, September 15, 2023

Human Brain and Research Technologies

Thursday, September 14, 2023
This position offers hands-on experience and research skills by working with a human brain bank and associated technologies. You will assist with administrative tasks, research biospecimen collection, microscopic imaging, preparation of reagents and material, analysis of human specimens, and assisting the outreach events and workshops.

Exploring Research Course

Monday, September 11, 2023
Registrations still be accepted for ISA:1040 - Entering Research. This 1 semester hour course will provide students with the opportunity to experience a variety of science topics on campus. Tour labs, network with professors and grad students, get involved in undergraduate research. ISA:1040:0001 meets October 12th - December 7th Tues/Thurs 3:30-4:20pm.

Fund it Forward - Student Video Challenge

Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Overview The Fund It Forward Student Video Challenge is an annual competition hosted by The Science Coalition (TSC), a nonprofit, nonpartisan group of more than 50 research universities. Undergraduate and graduate students at TSC's member institutions are invited to create and submit videos explaining why science matters to them and remind Congress that now is the time to invest in science. Up to seven winners will receive a cash prize!