On Tue, Oct 13, 2020 at 11:53:58PM +0000, Greetings from The UCLA Bruins- in- Genomics (BIG) Summer Program! wrote: >>We appreciate your support in helping us spread the word! >> >>UCLA 2021 Bruins - in - Genomics Summer Undergraduate Research Program >>DO YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR COMPUTING, BIOLOGY, AND MATH? >>IF YOU ENJOY PROBLEM SOLVING AND LEARNING NEW SKILLS ... THE B.I.G. SUMMER PROGRAM IS FOR YOU! >> >>LEARN NEXT-GENERATION SEQUENCING ANALYSIS METHODS, GAIN RESEARCH EXPERIENCE AND WORK WITH UCLA FACULTY TO EXPLORE AND PREPARE FOR GRAD SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES! >>THE B.I.G. SUMMER PROGRAM >> >>Bruins-in-Genomics (B.I.G. Summer) is an 8-week, full- time immersion internship for undergraduates interested in research that involves the analysis and interpretation of biomedical and life sciences data. Students learn the cutting-edge research tools and methods used by leading scientists to solve real- world problems. >> >>Interactive Learning >>Workshops introduce students to next generation sequencing data and statistical analysis methods. Research lunch talks led by workshop instructors explore in-depth application of skills. Journal clubs led by UCLA faculty mentors show how methods, data, and ideas translate in real time. >> >>Hands-on Training >>Students apply what they’ve learned to an original research project in a laboratory, guided by UCLA faculty mentors. Students learn how to be a scientist in weekly lab meetings. B.I.G. Summer ends with students presenting their findings at a scientific poster session and awards ceremony. >> >>Career Building >>B.I.G. Summer experiences show students what a science career can look like. UCLA faculty mentors guide students in creating an Individual Development Plan to identify goals. Social activities promote networking with faculty. GRE prep courses help students prepare for grad school applications. >> >>ELIGIBILITY >>Applicants must be: >>* a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or F-1 visa holder; >>* be a rising junior or senior; >>* have a GPA of 3.0 or higher; >>* have some familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R, Java, MATLAB, C++) >> >>APPLICATION PROCESS >>Applicants are admitted on a rolling modified admissions schedule. We recommend an early submission, including all required materials, by January 4, 2021. >>* Complete the online application form. >>* Submit required supplementary materials. >>* Request that your faculty referee submit a letter of recommendation. >> >>IMPORTANT DATES: >> >>PROGRAM DATES: >>June 21 to August 13, 2021 >>EARLY DECISION DEADLINE: >>January 4, 2021 at 5:00PM PST >>FINAL DEADLINE: >>March 1, 2021 at 5:00PM PST >> >>STIPEND AND SUPPORT >>Selected participants receive a $4,200 stipend. Additional funds are also available for a GRE prep course and for travel allowances for eligible students. >>HOUSING : >>ON-CAMPUS / REMOTE >>B.I.G. Summer provides on-campus housing for selected eligible, non-local students. An online option may also be available for students who prefer a remote research experience. >> >>BIOINFORMATICS, COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY & GENOMICS >> >>The UCLA Institute for Quantitative and Computational Biosciences (QCBio) is committed to training talented undergraduates who are interested in learning about Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Genomics — and developing some of the skill-sets that are critical for 21st century Biological and Biomedical Research, and Precision Medicine. >> >>Biological, biomedical, and health sciences research is undergoing a revolution triggered by the availability of “Big Data” and “Big Knowledge”. Biomedical Big Data are produced by the awesome measurement capabilities of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), as well as huge databases of genomic and epigenomic data, and electronic medical records. Bioinformatics and machine learning provide the tools to analyze and interpret these data and generate prospective predictions. >> >>At the same time, there is a wealth of biological knowledge about the functions and interactions of genes, proteins, cells and organisms; developing mathematical models based on this knowledge is a powerful way to study the dynamics of molecular networks, cell function, immune responses, and ecosystems. >> >>Bruins-in-Genomics (B.I.G.) Summer offers introductory workshops in bioinformatic methods for genomics and computational biology followed by in-depth, hands-on training in one of UCLA’s many participating laboratories. 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