Integrated Life Sciences Program The University of Georgia

Push the frontiers. Explore life sciences. Your way.

At UGA, you choose. The Integrated Life Sciences (ILS)  Program allows first-year graduate students to explore the research areas of nearly 140 faculty in 10 different departments across 4 colleges, then choose a major professor and a departmental home within the first year.

Interested in molecular, cellular or developmental biology? Interested in evolution and ecology? Interested in a combination of these areas?

Spend time working with faculty on animal, plant and microbial systems with someone doing bioinformatic or theoretical work -- without having to immediately choose which department the research program is housed in.

Interested in a novel interdisciplinary approach to a research problem?

Work with faculty from multiple departments who will help you create a unique research project. The flexibility of this graduate program allows you multiple ways to follow your interests and creativity.

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Come meet Mr. David Lacks, son of Henrietta Lacks, and Dr. Ruth Faden, Executive Director of The Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at 7PM in the UC Ballroom.  A book signing and reception to follow.

Sponsored by the Offices of Institutional Advancement and Undergraduate Education, Division of Student Affairs and Welcome Week Committee.
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I took Organic Chemistry I, taught by Dr. Ptaszek, in the fall of my sophomore year. I thoroughly enjoyed the class and knew I wished to pursue a deeper understanding of the material than my biology major required. I knew that Dr. Ptaszek was involved in research, as his undergraduate assistants would periodically ask questions pertaining to their experiments while I was visiting during office hours. I wanted to be a part of his team, but did not feel qualified until after taking Orgo II. Near the end of my sophomore year and my completion of Chem352, I sent Dr. Ptaszek an email inquiring if he had any availability in his lab. Dr. Ptaszek and I met and discussed the area of research I would be pursuing: chlorin and porphyrin synthesis. That summer, Dr. Ptaszek added me to his team of undergraduate assistants.

Do you get course credit for this work? How much time do you put into it?
Yes, I receive academic credit. During the semester, in addition to my full course load and part time job, I generally dedicate 12-18 hours per week. The amount of time spent per day is depends on the experiment, or which part of the experiment I am executing, i.e., syntheses, purification, or characterization.

How did you hear about the Undergraduate Research Award (URA) program?
Dr. Ptaszek informed me of the URA program towards the end of my second semester of working for him. He sent me the information at the end of winter break and I began to work on the proposal at the start of following semester.

What academic background did you have before you applied for the URA?
I had just completed my first semester as a junior pursuing my B.S. in Biological Sciences.

Was the application difficult to do?
While the application was not difficult, it did require a significant amount of time, the reading of numerous research papers, many rough drafts, and considerable effort to maintain the two page constraint. Though ample time was provided to finish the proposal, I continued to make changes until the moment I submitted it.

How much did your mentor help you with the application?
After I wrote the first draft of my proposal, my mentor and I met twice to review and edit it prior to submission.

What has been the hardest part about your research?
Unexpected results! After weeks of synthesizing a compound, sometimes the final step will produce unexpected results such as insolubility, degradation of fluorescent properties, or a mix of products will supersede. Such outcomes provide opportunity to brainstorm about solutions, however it usually requires the synthesis of more starting material which could mean weeks before the proposed solution can be attempted at the final steps and a few more weeks before we find a successful solution.

What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?
DO IT! Research is a fantastic way to develop your knowledge and understanding your field of interest. Additionally, it provides fundamental skills for your classes as well as your future endeavors. Do not be afraid to ask your professors if they have a position open in their lab. Also, do not be worried about knowing everything before you start, most of the techniques will be different than those in your basic lab classes and you will not be expected to know all of them. Ask lots of questions, it’s the only way to learn!

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You may want to check out The Office of Undergraduate Education's "My Majors" page which will keep you up-to-date on new opportunities and give you a glimpse at interesting research your fellow majors are doing! ]]> Are you a Health Administration and Policy major interested in doing research? You may want to check out The Office of Undergraduate Education's "My Majors" page which will keep you up-to-date on... http://umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/URCAD/ResearcherHAPPResearchOUE.html https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/16976/guest@my.umbc.edu/b01fe5a56cdd742591c8aab4ccde51a6/api/pixel happ oue research Undergraduate Research https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/undergradresearch https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xsmall.png?1600355057 https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/original.jpg?1600355057 https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xxlarge.png?1600355057 https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xlarge.png?1600355057 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/large.png?1600355057 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/medium.png?1600355057 https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/small.png?1600355057 https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xsmall.png?1600355057 https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/006/875606ced2b629148af4caa1a4e8dd3c/xxsmall.png?1600355057 Undergraduate Research https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/016/976/e982e209dbe04a35a3a0cdd444cd2a49/xxlarge.jpg?1348229879 https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/016/976/e982e209dbe04a35a3a0cdd444cd2a49/xlarge.jpg?1348229879 https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/016/976/e982e209dbe04a35a3a0cdd444cd2a49/large.jpg?1348229879 https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/016/976/e982e209dbe04a35a3a0cdd444cd2a49/medium.jpg?1348229879 https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/016/976/e982e209dbe04a35a3a0cdd444cd2a49/small.jpg?1348229879 https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/016/976/e982e209dbe04a35a3a0cdd444cd2a49/xsmall.jpg?1348229879 https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/016/976/e982e209dbe04a35a3a0cdd444cd2a49/xxsmall.jpg?1348229879 21 1 true Fri, 21 Sep 2012 08:18:24 -0400 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:15:41 -0400 Getting Started in Research Workshop, October 12 FOCUS ON THE HUMANITIES Interested in getting started in research but unsure of how to begin?  Humanities students are encouraged to attend our workshop on October 12, 2012 in Admin 101 from 12-12:50.  For more information, please visit our website.
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For more information, please contact Vivian Armor at armor@umbc.edu

Co-sponsored by The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
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The Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota is sponsoring the Fifth Annual Diversity Days event for prospective graduate students, November 1st and 2nd, 2012. Diversity Days is a two day program coordinated to expose students who are historically underrepresented in higher education to master’s programs at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Selected participants will have the opportunity to meet with faculty, current students, and alumni, as well as experience the life of the Humphrey School and the Twin Cities Metro. Selected participants who live over 200 miles away from the Twin Cities Metro will be eligible for a transportation grant up to $400 to cover the cost of airfare and/or car mileage. Diversity Days participants will also have application fees to the Humphrey School waived.
 
Prospective students will have the opportunity to meet faculty, staff, current students, and alumni, as well as learn more about our nationally ranked graduate programs in Public Policy; Urban and Regional Planning; Development Practice in international development; and Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy. We offer self-designed concentrations in a wide range of domestic and international areas, and we also offer dual degrees with the schools/departments of Law, Business, Public Health, Social Work, and Civil Engineering.
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I was accepted as a McNair Scholar for the 2011-2012 academic year (REM 20).

How did you find out about McNair?
I found out through a friend who was applying.

What have you gained from being a McNair scholar?
I gained many valuable skill sets including: independent study skills, the ability to critique research, interpersonal skills, and the importance of fostering the mentor relationship.

What is your most recent independent research project?
I am working on creating a device that assists the visually impaired in reading Braille.

How did you find your mentor for this project?
I searched the Department of Information Systems for a professor doing research in the area of assistive technologies and Human Centered Computing. I came across Dr. Shaun Kane, who has done much work in these areas.

How did you know this was the project you wanted to do?
I didn’t, Dr. Shaun Kane gave me a list of projects in his lab to pick from. I wasn’t able to decide at first, but the opportunity to create a novel device really excited me.

How much time did you put into it?
I spent two hours every Friday during the spring 2012 semester working on the proposal and literature review. I worked about five to eight hours a day Monday through Friday for my summer Research Fellowship.

What academic background did you have before you started?
I was a Mechanical Engineering major for a semester, then I switched to Information Systems for its interdisciplinary nature.

How much did your mentor help you with your research?
My mentor introduced me to the topic and potential directions for the research. I am doing all of the research as an independent study under his guidance.

What has been the hardest part about your research?
The most difficult part of my research is iterative prototyping. This is a cyclic process of designing, testing, analyzing, and refining a product or process.

What was the most unexpected thing?
There is no one unexpected thing. The process of design is always unexpected because design, like fashion, changes very rapidly and constantly. Design is always improving.

How does your research relate to your work in other classes?
As an Information Systems major, I learn to work with computer hardware, software people, and the design process. I get to take what I learned in class and apply it directly to a real world problem.

What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?
Research is a challenging yet rewarding way of exploring your interests. It is not for everyone. However, this should not dissuade you from attempting it, you might discover that you enjoy it and realize a passion of yours.

What are your career goals?

I aspire to go to graduate school and then work in the government in Network Security Administration.

Read more about Manpreet's research by visiting the link below...

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The following research positions have been posted recently to UMBCworks. Login to your account (via the link in the Jobs & Internships topic in myUMBC) and find details and application instructions as well as hundreds of other job postings! You can also find out more by downloading the attachment.

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