URCAD Info Session- present your research!
Wed., Dec. 19th from 1-2pm
Want to find out about Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day (URCAD)?
Want to hear about how to apply?
Come to the URCAD Info Session on Wed., Dec. 19th from 1-2pm!
Location: 113 Sherman Hall, A-wing (conference room)
Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day (URCAD) features research, scholarship, and creative work carried out by UMBC undergraduates. Student work is shared through oral presentations, posters, artistic exhibits, performances, and film. Over 300 presenters participate annually. Researchers work with faculty mentors on independent research, or research that is part of the mentor’s on-going projects. They are from all disciplines, and can be working on a thesis, capstone project, part of a scholars or honors program, or they can be unaffiliated.This campus-wide celebration of achievement affirms UMBC’s commitment to the twin goals of research and a distinctive undergraduate experience.
All current undergraduates who have conducted research, scholarship or creative work in the last year may apply to present their results at URCAD. Mentors, fellow students, friends, family members, high school teachers and students, graduate school recruiters, and the general public are invited to attend.
URCAD is Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Applications to present will be due by Feb. 22, 2019. Required: 200 word abstract and mentor statement of support.
Tyler Brocious is an Individualized Study major concentrating on Stress and Emergency Health Professionals, who will graduate in December, 2018.
Title of your research project:
Who is Looking After the Mental Health of Emergency Medical Service Workers?
Describe your project:
Designing a survey to better evaluate the mental health of emergency medical services personnel and evaluate how they deal with the stress they experience.
Who is your mentor(s) for your project?
Steven McAlpine was my INDS adviser and he was assigned to me when I joined the department. He was integral in making this capstone possible and helped me turn my ideas for research into workable plans.
Dwight Polk was brought in by my INDS adviser as he had helped on prior INDS capstones. He was also eager to look into the psychological side of what emergency medical personnel go through during their job and since he ran the paramedic program at the time he was chosen he had some contacts in the Baltimore City Fire Department. Dr. Eileen O’Brien was also brought in by my INDS adviser as he had worked with her before on INDS capstones. Dr. O’Brien was interested by the topic field of stress on the first responders and brought in an extensive psychological background.
How did you become interested in this project?
I was originally interested in looking at stress on doctors in the ER because I have wanted to be a doctor since I was very young. However, it was pointed out to me by my mentor, Dwight Polk, that doing interviews or surveys with doctors would be difficult for a number of reasons including needing to go through every hospital’s IRB board for the research. He suggested switching the focus to prehospital personnel, EMTs and Paramedics, to make the research easier. Dwight pointed out that EMS also suffered from a lack of research like doctors did and that fire stations and departments were usually easier to work with than hospitals. This made a lot of sense to me and I eventually went through EMT training myself. I have enjoyed my time as an EMT immensely and that has helped drive me to do this research.
How did using an interdisciplinary model benefit your work?
The interdisciplinary model benefited my work greatly as I was able to approach the research from multiple angles. Being able to use psychology alongside emergency health services to understand not only the psychological strain that EMS personnel are put under on a daily but also why parts of that strain may be unavoidable due to the nature of the job was important for the research. Being able to bring in elements of biochemistry to understand how long-term stress physically changes the body and then elements of psychology to understand how a person can ignore the warning signs of chronic stress in themselves was another big aspect. Using any one of the disciplines alone would not have given me as full of a picture of the problem I was trying to tackle.
What has been the hardest part about your research/What was the most unexpected thing about being a researcher?
The hardest part for me was having to change my study from data gathering to a literature review. I had been very excited for the survey and was interested to see what results I would get so I was disappointed when the Baltimore City Fire Department declined to do the survey.
What has been the most rewarding part?
Seeing how much I have grown since I started my capstone project. It was also rewarding to look back and realize how many setbacks I had to overcome to get to the point I did.
How will you disseminate your research?
I believe that the best way would be for me to publish my work in either the UMBC Review: Journal of Undergraduate Research, or in an EMS journal or magazine.
What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?
My advice would be that setbacks happen and any research is going to run into problems. Plan on things going wrong or having to be changed and you can only be pleasantly surprised when everything goes right.
What are your career goals?
I plan on getting certified as a paramedic and then going on to medical school eventually.
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USDA Internships! Federal Pathways Program
Applications Due January 19th
The OneUSDA Internship Program offers Federal opportunities to students currently enrolled in qualifying educational programs or institutions. It is a comprehensive developmental program intended to provide students with experience in a dynamic work environment that will enhance their educational goals and shape their career choices. An internship with USDA will involve various components of on-the-job experience, mentorship, and training tailored to the student’s education, experience, and interests.
During 2018, USDA was proud to host more than 3,000 interns throughout the country, about half were through the Federal Pathways program.
For the summer of 2019, we are aiming to bring even more college students onboard in the Federal Pathways program, to serve their country through a career in government and begin pursuing careers in agriculture, natural resources, and rural development.
The improvements we’re making to internships at USDA will enable us to recruit the best (that is you!) and retain the best (it’s a competition, and we want you to perform at your best here, for the American people!).
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Summer Research in Cancer Biology
George Washington- Advancing Research on Cancer (GW SPARC)
Looking for Summer Research in Cancer Biology?The George Washington Summer Program Advancing Research on Cancer (GW SPARC) engages diverse undergraduates in a mentored summer research experience at the GW Cancer Center in Washington DC. Learn more about GW SPARC. - Students participate in cutting-edge research, learn contemporary cancer research techniques, examine health disparities and the impact of cancer in different communities, and prepare for research careers.
- In addition to conducting basic science research with a mentor, students attend weekly workshops and seminars focused on cancer research, research skills, career development, and graduate school applications.
- At the end of the summer, all students present in a poster session with other undergraduate researchers.
Students will be matched with outstanding researchers at the Cancer Center in: - Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy
- Cancer Biology
- Cancer Engineering and Technology
- Microbial Oncology
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Researcher of the Week: Jasmine Strong
Using research to solve complex, interdisciplinary problems
Jasmine Strong is an Individualized Study major, focusing on Visual Art and Multicultural Therapy, with a Print Media Minor, who will graduate in December, 2018.
List any Scholars/Honors programs you are a part of: Tau Sigma National Honor Society
Title of your research project:
Chinese International Transracial Adoptees Using Art-Based Narrative Interviewing to Practice Self Expression About Their Own Adoption Experience and Social Identity. This was my INDS capstone project.
Describe your project:
The purpose of this study was to see how Chinese international transracial adoptees use art-based research methods such as zine-making to explore and express their adoption experience. The goal of this capstone project was to capture the voices and experiences of Chinese adoptees.
How did using an interdisciplinary model benefit your work?
Throughout this research process I learned that my idea was a complex problem. From using an interdisciplinary research model I found ways to integrate, collaborate, and connect different disciplines to fill in the gaps of missing information. Having an interdisciplinary mindset helped me engage with different people, resources, and communities. The benefit from connecting with different people was it added an enriching experience to my research.
Who is your mentor(s) for your project?
Throughout the course of this project I had an amazing opportunity to work with Dr. Jayshree Jani from the Social Work department and Dr. Mario Sto. Domingo from the Psychology department. I connected with Dr. Jani through a previous and loving advisor Jill Wrigley. I connected with Dr. Sto. Domingo when we worked together through the Baltimore Collegetown Leadershape program. I choose to work with both of these researchers, because they were experts in their fields, they were interested in my research, and we connected on the idea of using interdisciplinary research methods to approach this work.
How did you become interested in this project?
Originally, I became interested in this study based on my personal experience as a Chinese adoptee. However, throughout the course of this project I realized part of my interest became about implementing my research to support other international adoptees and the community I feel passionate about.
What has been the hardest part about your research/what was the most unexpected thing about being a researcher?
One of the hardest parts about my research was finding enough participants within a certain amount of time. My recommendation to fellow researchers who need participants is start recruitment early and aim to have more people just in case someone drops out or cannot attend. The most unexpected experience as a researcher was seeing how much changed throughout the entity of this project.
What has been the most rewarding part?
The most rewarding part about my research was seeing the amount of growth this project took and how many new pathways I can take from this experience. Yes, I feel great about accomplishing my study, but I feel most appreciative about who I worked with, what I learned, and sharing my work with different communities of people.
How will you disseminate your research?
I plan to share my research by creating more Pop Up zine-making workshops within the international transracial adoptee community. Currently, I am working on starting up an organization called, Adoption Creates. I want my research to be accessible to more adoptees and provide opportunities where adoptees can engage with my ideas.
What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?
My recommendation to other students who are getting involved with research is, stick to an idea that you are truly passionate about. I learned that researching about an idea that I love opens many great and unexpected opportunities. In addition, create a support system that will send encouragement, and support throughout the entity of the project. Of course, have fun with your ideas! Experiment, play, and refine.
What are your career goals?
My career goals involve a mixture of continuing to study about art-based research methods, implementing those methods into re-designed workshops to support the international transracial community, and looking into ways on how to transfer this information towards human centered computing. In addition, I want to continue building my organization called, Adoption Creates.
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REU at Purdue: Molecular and Biochemical Analysis of Protein
PAID Summer Research Program, May-July, 2019
NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU): Molecular and Biochemical Analysis of Proteins
Department of Biochemistry, Purdue University
Dates: May 20 – July 27, 2019
(Please note that students must participate in the entire program)
Web site: https://ag.purdue.edu/biochem/Pages/REU.aspx
Overview of Program
- Ten-week mentored research experience
- Weekly career development sessions
- $5250 stipend and additional $750 meal allowance
- On-campus housing provided
- Round-trip transportation to West Lafayette, IN
Eligibility
- Undergraduate who has completed at least 4 semesters of college study
- Students must have at least one semester of college remaining after the summer of 2019
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Application
- Online application requiring a statement of career goals and interest in the program
- Two faculty letters of recommendation
- Copy of transcript
https://ag.purdue.edu/biochem/Pages/REU_Application.aspx
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Researcher of the Week: Avi Newman
Early Detection of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Avi Newman is pursuing a B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (2020). He is a UMBC Merit Scholar, a MARC U*STAR Scholar, and a Meyerhoff Affiliate Scholar.
Currently, my research focuses on developing the methodology for the detection of trace amount of N2-Ethylguanine using liquid chromatography, triple quadrupole (LC-TQ) mass spectrometry instrumentation. My emphasis is on N2-Ethylguanine as it serves as a potential biomarker for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), and therefore the detection of trace amounts of it could lead to early detection of this disorder in newborn or young children, and in turn, earlier treatment.
How did you find the research opportunity?
I found this opportunity through lots of emails and discussions with professors. I sent 10+ emails before finally joining the Molecular Characterization and Analysis Complex (MCAC). After meeting with Dr. LaCourse and the MCAC team, I was asked if I wanted to join as an Undergraduate Researcher, and I haven’t looked back since.
Who is your mentor for your research?
My mentor is Dr. William LaCourse, in the department of Chemistry in Biochemistry. I thought Dr. LaCourse’s lab would be a good fit as the field of Bio-Analytical Chemistry seemed like the perfect interface of Biochemical research I was eager to become a part of.
Do you get course credit for this work? How much time do you put into it?
I’ve been doing research for purely the experience and for credit. I am currently enrolled in CHEM 399, have completed two semesters of PRAC 098, and have already enrolled for CHEM 499 for the coming spring semester. On average, I put in about 12 hours a week during the school year and around 40 hours a week during academic breaks.
How did you learn what you needed to know to be successful in this project?
Though my background in Biochemistry helped, I learned most of the complex analytical technique from my research mentors in the lab. Since I had yet to take Analytical Chemistry prior to joining, it was necessary to pick up the skills and knowledge needed while on the job.
What was the hardest part about your research?
The hardest part is the patience and resilience needed to be an effective researcher. Sometimes, it will take days or weeks to finally achieve some semblance of the results you were looking for. Rather than sulk in defeat, try to understand what could’ve went wrong and how you could fix it during your next attempt. This process is instrumental to anyone who wants to be a successful researcher.
What was the most unexpected thing?
The most unexpected thing is how close I’ve become with everyone working in my lab. They’ve become a second family to me, and we help each other with any problems we may have.
What has been the most rewarding part?
The most rewarding part has been being able to see my research develop from an idea to a reality. It’s been a lot of hard work, but it has definitely paid off!
How does this research experience relate to your work in other classes?
Since I do research in an Analytical Chemistry laboratory, I am able to directly apply my research experience to my course work in Chemistry and Biology. Specifically, all of what I’ve learned so far in Analytical Chemistry, the spectroscopy sections from Organic 2, the molecular biology I’ve learned from my Biology coursework, and all the basic laboratory techniques I learned in my Chemistry/Biology lab courses.
What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?
My greatest token of advice would be to start early! Research is an incredibly rewarding and unique experience that you will not obtain from any class. It brightens up my day and validates all the effort I put into academics outside of the lab. Also, don’t get discouraged if you don’t find a lab at first, as sometimes despite being qualified, a research professor just doesn’t any spots open. Be persistent and soon you’ll find the lab of your dreams!
What are your career goals?
My career goals include obtaining a Ph.D. and then becoming a research professor or full-fledged researcher!
What else are you involved in on campus?
Along with research and classes, I’m also the VP of the UMBC Chemistry/Biochemistry council of majors (ACS), a TA for BIOL 141, an LRC tutor, and a member of the Global Brigades service organization, meditation club, Jewish Learning Connection, Vietnamese Student Association, and Korean Student Association.
How will you disseminate your research?
I have presented my research at both the Summer Undergraduate Research Fest (SURF) and Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS) here at UMBC and plan to present at URCAD and at the American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS).
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Michigan Humanities Emerging Research Scholars
PAID Summer Research Program, June 2019
The University of Michigan invites outstanding individuals to apply for the Michigan Humanities Emerging Research Scholars Program (MICHHERS). This program is designed to encourage rising seniors, recent B.A.s and terminal master’s students from diverse cultural, economic, geographic, and ethnic backgrounds to consider pursuing a doctoral degree in the humanities at the University of Michigan. Our goal is to attract diverse scholars with unique experiences who foster innovation and push the humanities to meet today’s challenges. For 2019, students interested in the fields of Asian Languages and Cultures, Classical Studies, English, History, Linguistics, Romance Languages and Literatures, Sociology (qualitative), and Women’s Studies (any humanities field) are eligible.
This summer research experience, running from Monday, June 10, to Saturday, June 22, 2019, will help students learn about the various fields within their chosen discipline along with the latest methodologies and developments from faculty in individual departments. Students will have the opportunity to work on a piece of their own scholarship or develop a research project in consultation with U-M faculty and graduate students in their field. Attention will also be given to articulating the importance of diversity to the development of the humanities. Students will receive practical instruction on applying to graduate school and pursuing careers inside and outside academia.
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Goldwater Scholarship
Deadline to apply: December 3rd
The Goldwater Scholarship is granted to college students who intend to pursue careers in the following fields: science, mathematics, and engineering. The applicants are evaluated based upon their field of study, career objectives, and the potential and dedication for the applicant to make a significant contribution to their field. Up to 300 awards of $7,500 to college sophomores and juniors who are pursuing research careers in STEM are awarded annually.
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Researcher of the Week: Shabnam Parsa
Choose a great mentor & do research you're passionate about!
Shabnam Parsa is a Biology major, with a Music minor, who will graduate in May, 2019. She is a member of the Honors College, is a Medical Clinic Volunteer with Global Brigades, a URA Scholar, a Trauma Resuscitation Unit Volunteer at UMMC, a NAS Research Cuddler in the NICU at UMMC, and a member of Phi Delta Epsilon medical fraternity.
Title of your research project:
Male Preference for Female Size in Darter Fish. Our research focused on male preference for female size within the same species to determine whether male preference plays a part in mate choice.
Who is your mentor? Why did you choose them?
My mentor for my project is Dr. Tamra Mendelson from the Biology Department. Dr. Mendelson was my professor for Bio 142 my sophomore year which was where I learned about her lab and research. The past two years have been absolutely amazing, and she has been one of the best mentors I ever could have asked for. She has always been supportive, caring, and understanding, and I have learned a great deal under her wing.
How did you become interested in this project?
I fell in love with Dr. Mendelson’s lab and research when she began to correlate the material in her Bio 142 lectures to her research. I knew that I would not have the opportunity to conduct research focusing on evolution in medical school, so I took the initiative to allow myself to have this opportunity during my undergraduate career.
What has been the hardest part about your research/What was the most unexpected thing about being a researcher?
The hardest part about research is having the patience to conduct experiments over and over again when they fail or do not go your way. New experiments will always have a trial and error period, and you will have to continuously change your protocol to get the results you are trying to obtain. But to do this, you must have the patience to work around the difficulties that arise.
What has been the most rewarding part?
The most rewarding part is the knowledge and mentorship I have gained. There are so many aspects of evolutionary biology and ecology that I would have never fully understood just by taking an introductory course. And there are many life lessons that I have learned and been to apply to my life because of my experiences in this lab. Dr. Mendelson and the graduate students, Sam Hulse and Natalie Roberts, have taught me a great deal these past two years. I know that I can always rely on them if I am having a difficult time understanding what is going on or having a hard time with my research.
How will you disseminate your research?
I have presented this research at URCAD 2018, and will be presenting this research at ABRCMS 2018 this November!
What is your advice to other students about getting involved in research?
Make sure that when you are choosing your lab you are choosing one that interests you and that you are passionate about. There will be some weeks where you will have to get up around 5-6 in the morning to go into lab to run experiments or just to help out in lab. You will have weeks where you will spend 20+ hours in lab. There will be so many experiments that you will mess up and have to redo. All of these can take a toll, but when it encompasses what you are passionate about then it is incredibly worth it.
What are your career goals?
I am aspiring to obtain my M.D./M.P.H.
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