Molecular and Biochemical Paid Summer Research, Purdue Univ.

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Molecular and Biochemical Analysis of Proteins

This program provides advanced training in the manipulation and analysis of proteins for undergraduate students. It facilitates deep understanding of experimental laboratory research, insights into protein biochemistry and contemplation of the broader context of research. A wide range of student projects mentored by faculty in the Department of Biochemistry is available.

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 2016

- U.S. citizen or permanent resident

- Grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Program Details

- Ten-week mentored research experience (May 23 - July 29, 2016)

- Career development sessions each week

- $5250 stipend and additional $750 meal allowance

- On-campus housing provided

- Round-trip transportation to West Lafayette, IN

Areas of Research:

-enzyme mechanisms

-post-translational protein modifications

-proteomics

-protein-nucleic acid interactions in the biological context of cell cycle control, chromatin regulation and renewable energy research

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 12, 2016

Read more and apply: https://ag.purdue.edu/biochem/Pages/REU.aspx

**If you plan to apply, please contact Janet McGlynn at mcglynn@umbc.edu**