• Individual research projects in participating faculty laboratories in the Department of Molecular & Cell Biology

• Integrated program of academic and professional development: informal faculty research seminars; workshops on the graduate school application process, oral and written communication skills

• Mentoring from faculty, graduate students, and postdocs

• 8-week program (June 9 to August 8, 2025)

• $8,000 stipend

• Community college and transfer students

• Students interested in the possibility of a STEM career

• Have completed at least one course in biology and one in chemistry before applying

• United States citizens, permanent residents, or DACA (required by NSF guidelines)

• Students with little or no previous research experience outside of their classes

Details coming soon

Applications due Feb 7, 2025

Applications to include:

• Personal Narrative Statement (1,000 words)

• Curriculum vitae (2 pages)

• Citizenship status and personal information

Coming soon

We expect that the students selected to participate will be present for the full eight weeks of its duration and will participate in all scheduled parts of the program, including laboratory research, professional development workshops, and weekly lunches with special guests from academia and industry. The majority of time will be spent in the lab, but equally important are the other components of the program. The program will be both rigorous and fun! We expect participants to communicate any concerns that affect their ability to fully engage with the program. We look forward to welcoming you to SCOPE!