Researcher of the Week: Esther Gross
Undergraduate researchers explore their interests!
Where did you conduct your research this summer?
I conducted my research at the Claremont Colleges in Claremont, California.
How did you find out about applying for summer research?
I found out about applying for summer research because through the Meyerhoff program. They strongly encourage all of us to apply for Summer Research Opportunities for Undergraduates (REUs).
Where did you look to learn which places were hiring undergraduate researchers?
There are lots of great opportunities on the NSF website. Furthermore, google is a great resource if you just search for keywords like "internships," "REUs," and "Undergraduate Research."
How many places did you apply to?
I applied to around 10 different internships. This was helpful because they can be really competitive.
Was the application process difficult? Who helped you?
The application process reminded me of applying to college. It's not too difficult, though it is very important to keep organized. I recommend making a chart to keep track of deadlines, reminding professors about recommendations, and writing a generic personal statement that can be modified as needed.
What research did you do?
My research was on the statistical modeling and clustering of music. We looked at 544 short drum interludes and worked on instrument recognition using template matching and Hidden Markov Models.
Was this your first time conducting research in the summer?
Yes and I highly recommend it. It was the most fun enriching experience that I had all summer.
What background did you have before you applied?
Though I was vaguely familiar with statistics, I had never actually taken a class and had very little experience with the material. However, I had no difficulty picking it up. All of us were glad to help each other overcome holes in our background. Don't let background stop you from applying, just be up front about it.
Who did you work with during your research? A professor? graduate student? other undergraduates?
I worked with a group of undergraduates as well as a professor. It was such a pleasant experience working side by side with a professor rather than being 'told what to do.'
Where did you live while you were doing the research?
I lived on Pomona campus in the dorms with the rest of the researching.
How do you think this research experience helped you?
In addition to helping me learn more about graduate school and academic research in the field of mathematics, it was a very empowering experience. Furthermore, I made tons of friends with similar interests.
Will you do research this year during the academic year?
Yes, I am currently in the process of searching for a professor to do research with for the next couple of years.
What about next summer?
I will either be participating in research on campus or applying to another internship. I can't wait.
What would you say to other UMBC students about finding and doing summer research?
You should definitely do it! Don't be afraid to ask others for help and whatever you do, don't limit yourself. Apply to several places, even places that are on the other side of the country. It's about a lot more than just research, it's a wonderful life experience.
What are your goals after UMBC?
My goal is ultimately to earn a Ph.D. in mathematics and become a professor. I am still trying to determine what graduate school I would like to attend. Regardless of where life takes me, I hope that I can be a perpetual student and continue to learn.
Read more about Esther's summer research at the link below
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Summer Opportunity at Google Android
Due Date: March 11, 2012, Mountain View, CA.
Google is excited to launch the Android Camp 2012 program! Up to 30 current freshmen and sophomore students will be selected to attend the all-expense-paid Android Camp at Google’s headquarters in Mountain View, California, from July 22 -July 28, 2012. The Android Camp will include interactive and collaborative curriculum focusing on a practical introduction to developing applications for Android and will explore the concepts behind Android, the framework for
constructing an application and the tools for developing, testing, and publishing software for the platform. Students will also get the opportunity to enjoy technical
talks by Googlers, and social activities around the Bay Area.
Program Goals:
- Provide top freshmen and sophomore students with exciting and
interactive courses in Android development to build development competencies in the Android platform, culminating in application development at the end of the program.
- Allow students to get an inside look into the culture and work of Google.
- Facilitate connections between students and Googlers that will allow students to discover career paths and create meaningful academic
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Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:56:00 -0500
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Time is running out
URCAD deadline Tuesday, URA next Friday
If you have completed creative, scholarship, or research work as an undergraduate in the last year, please share your work with the UMBC community. Your 200-word abstract is all that is needed. To apply, log into myUMBC and go to
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/URCAD/forms.html
Deadline February 28
If you have an idea for summer and into next academic year, apply for funding to support your work. The Undergraduate Research Award (URA) provides up to $1,500 to support your independent, mentored project. Find the two-page application and application advice here:
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/URA/forms.html
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Summer Research Opportunities in Bioinformatics
See What Your Fellow Majors are Doing this Summer!
Are you a Bioinformatics major, looking for summer research? You may want to check out the Office of Undergraduate Education's "My Majors" page, which will keep you up-to-date on opportunities as they develop, introduce you to a student already working on interesting research and provide you with many other resources.
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Outreach Day for Students Interested in Biomedical Research
Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN, March 20, 2012
The Graduate Student Association (GSA) of Meharry Medical College would like to cordially invite any interested students to our Undergraduate Outreach Day (UGO) during Research Week 2012. The GSA is seeking senior-level undergraduates and post-baccalaureate students with an interest in biomedical research or public health. Undergraduate Outreach Day will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 in the West Basic Sciences Building. The newest addition to Meharry’s Research Week, UGO is an opportunity for prospective students to network with Meharry graduate students and faculty, and learn not only about our current research focuses, but also about the graduate student experience at Meharry. Undergraduate Outreach Day is designed to encourage students, especially underrepresented minorities and women, to pursue careers in health-based research careers. During UGO, students will have the opportunity to attend workshops about the different programs and career tracks in basic research and health services administration in the public and private sector; experience a graduate level lecture; receive a tour of Meharry; apply to either of Meharry’s programs (if eligible and they have the necessary paperwork); and speak one-on-one with current Meharry students and faculty.
Established in 1876, Meharry Medical College is the nation’s largest private, independent, historically black academic health center dedicated solely to educating minority and other health professionals. Meharry offers a Master’s of Science in Public Health and a Doctorate in Biomedical Sciences in addition to the Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees.
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Funding for Research in the Humanities
Apply for Undergraduate Research Award - Deadline March 2
English major with a thesis topic? Maybe a history or philosophy major looking to analyze conceptions, perceptions or theories? Apply for an Undergraduate Research Award which provides up to $1,500 to support a student's research or creative work. Students from all majors and disciplines are encouraged to apply as long as the student attends UMBC long enough to finish their proposed work.
You must have the support of a faculty mentor.
Two-page application.
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Attention Artists: Need funding for your idea?
Apply for Undergraduate Research Award - Deadline March 2
Independent creative work in dance, theatre, music, graphic arts, and digital arts can be funded through an Undergraduate Research Award. Describe how your project brings something new and creative to your field and request up to $1,500 to support work carried out June 2012 through April 2013. You must have the support of a faculty mentor. Two-page application.
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Summer Opportunity in Sciences; Deadline Extended, March 10
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Interdisciplinary REU
Program in the Structure and Function of Proteins
at the University of Michigan
Applicants must be US Citizens or Permanent
Residents. Students
from groups that are traditionally underrepresented
in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and
Mathematics) disciplines as well as those who are
from institutions with limited resources for
research are strongly encouraged to apply. An
online application along with further details
regarding the program can be found at: http://pharmacy.umich.edu/reu.
The deadline for applications
has been extended to March 10, 2012.
Participant benefits include:
- $4500 stipend
- Free campus housing
- $300 allowance for travel to and from
Ann Arbor, MI
- $1000 meal allowance
- Scientific communication workshops
- Graduate school preparation workshops,
social outings and more....
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Researcher of the Week: Joe Cornish
Undergraduate researchers explore their interests!
When did you start conducting research at UMBC? How did you find a mentor and project to work on?
My first research experience was in the laboratory of Dr. Marie-Christine Daniel-Onuta in the Chemistry and Biochemistry department. I had been trying to find an undergraduate research opportunity and a TA I had at the time was a graduate student working in Dr. Daniel-Onuta's laboratory. The TA introduced me to the research projects in the laboratory and I became very interested and excited about the work. The TA suggested that I contact Dr Daniel-Onuta about summer research opportunities.
What did you know about your field/project when you started? How did you learn what you needed to know?
My first experience was in organic chemistry. When I entered into the lab I had just completed the first half of the organic chemistry sequence so I was still very inexperienced at the time. The majority of what I learned was from hands on experience working with another undergraduate in the lab and especially the graduate students and post-docs. In my current position, the laboratory of Dr. Ivan Erill, much of what I learned was again from hands on experience, especially with the critical guidance of Dr. Erill.
Who do you work with on your project? Other undergraduates? graduate students? faculty?
The project I presented at URCAD was part of an ongoing research project. While the initial work had been started by other graduate and undergraduate students, I began work on the project after they left. Currently I am working with Dr. Erill on the project. I would like to acknowledge the other undergraduates and graduate students working in the lab who have been helpful through conversations we have had during lab meetings and elsewhere.
How did you decide to present at URCAD?
The decision to present at URCAD was simple. Sharing the work you do is a critical part of the research process. It provides many opportunities to learn from others working in the same areas. Poster presentations also provide a great opportunity to learn and network as it gives you a chance to speak with people in person.
Was the application difficult?
The application process is one of the best I have experienced. The URCAD program is highly organized, and the requirements are very clear and concise. Applying is the easiest part of presenting at URCAD. Additionally things like the point-by-point checklists for abstracts and the pre-event sessions are helpful.
How did you know what to put on your poster?
This was not an easy task. While there is somewhat of a formula to follow when making posters it can be a challenge to optimize the material to properly portray the work. Additionally, Bioinformatics draws from many different areas and as such, will have audiences with different backgrounds. This is a very important consideration as you have to provide enough background on each topic with a relatively small poster space budget.
Were you nervous about explaining your work to so many people? How did it go?
I had presented before at a conference on this material so I had already worked out the "talk". I always enjoy URCAD as it gives me an opportunity to share my work with fellow undergraduates and undergraduate researchers.
Will you work in the lab during the 2011-2012 school year? How much time will you put in? Do you get paid for this? Academic credit?
I will be continuing research through the 2011-2012 year. Part of my time will be through the UBM program here at UMBC. This program, which is designed for mathematics and biology research cross training for undergraduates, has been a great experience and I am excited to continue my work through it. Additionally the UBM program provides a stipend and summer housing. I am also excited to continue working in Dr. Erill's lab.
What are your goals for after UMBC?
My goals are to pursue graduate education and to continue research. The field of synthetic biology is in it's infancy and I am very interested in exploring the applications of work I have been a part of to synthetic biology.
Would you suggest to other undergraduates that they find a research project?
Yes! My experience in undergraduate has done so much more for me than any course could. Research allows you to not only develop much deeper understandings of your science, but allow you to learn many career critical skills.
What else are you involved in at UMBC?
I tried to maintain activity in some campus organizations but I have dedicated my time to research for the past few years. One of the most positive experiences outside of research was through the Shriver Center. I was a volunteer and then a Service Learning Intern for a program called MS Swim. I participated in this program for over a year.
Read more about Joe's research, “Adaptive Learning Neural Networks for Binding Site Search in Genomic Sequences” at the link below.
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Summer Research Opportunities in Biochemistry!
See What Your Fellow Majors are Doing Over the Summer!
Majoring in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology? You may want to check out the Office of Undergraduate Education's Biochemistry/Molecular Biology research page which will keep you
updated on current and forthcoming opportunities and give you a chance
to see what your fellow majors are doing with their summers.
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