The primary requirement for the program is ten weeks of full-time work in a research laboratory at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. Students must attend the entire program ( June 3 - August 7, 2024). In addition, students will attend/complete:
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Orientation and safety training. All of the participants will start their research programs the afternoon of June 4.
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Evening workshops/seminars on preparation for postgraduate studies - writing resumes and personal statements and preparing applications for graduate and/or professional schools.
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Weekly Seminars - the seminars are hosted by faculty members of the Redox Biology Center will focus on research in their laboratories.
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Biweekly luncheon seminars on ethical and social issues in science, careers in the life sciences and other interdisciplinary topics.
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Poster symposium and farewell luncheon.
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Voluntary participation in scheduled social events including a program picnic, tours, sporting events and other activities.