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NSF REU in Multi-Scale Biomolecular Networks (BioNetworks)


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Description:
The goal of this program is to provide students first-hand experience with cutting-edge interdisciplinary research that is needed to predict biological functions sufficiently to reprogram cells to avoid diseases or to perform new tasks.

This NSF REU program provides research training for 10 weeks. The focus of this program is biological networks, complex interactions among biomolecules that give rise to the diverse biological phenotypes observed in nature. Students will work on research projects under faculty mentors that draw from a range of approaches (classical biochemical and genetic to non-trivial theoretical models that require computation) to study naturally-occurring genetic networks, artificial genetic and metabolic networks, and biomolecular structure, function, and evolution.

This program will also provide: a creative opportunity for students to develop innovative biotechnological ideas; leadership, mentorship and social retreats; special seminars and career development workshops; stipend and travel support; on-campus housing; a capstone research poster symposium; and an ethics and responsible conduct of research discussion seminar. Students will be recruited nationwide, with particular emphasis on recruiting women and under-represented minorities.
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Participating Institution(s):
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Rice University (Lead)

Program Materials:
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This Program can be Described by:
Academic Disciplines:
Bioengineering
Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Biotechnology
Cellular Biology
Molecular Biology

Keywords:
Biomolecular Engineering
Cellular & Molecular Imaging
Computational Biology
Genetic Engineering
Metabolic Engineering
Molecular Biology
Molecular Biophysics
Molecular Engineering
Molecular Genetics
Multiscale Engineering

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This program is funded by:
National Science Foundation (NSF)


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