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WELCOME TO THE POST: Possible Opportunities in Science and Technology. This NEWS FLASH page allows us to email you to remind you to check the site for new stuff listed below! LOT'S OF NEW ITEMS AND SEVERAL ITEMS ARE POSTED ON THE SAME DAY SO READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING. REGISTER YOUR EMAIL OR CELL # AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE REMEMBER... IF YOU DON'T APPLY, YOU CANNOT BE SELECTED! <IMG class=c6 border=0 align=absMiddle src="/Controls/DHtmlEditor/Images/emwink.gif"> %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% POSTED 2/1:   WOMEN IN TECHNOLOGY MENTORING PROGRAM 
attend and see if they are really committed to this and will agree to be a mentor for a summer + academic year internship! I am writing to introduce an exciting opportunity for high-school girls to participate in the Women in Technology 2012 Spring Mentor-Protégé Program offered by our Girls in Technology committee. This program provides high school girls with an opportunity to meet and be mentored by women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)-related fields.  There is no charge for this professionally developed and fully funded program, rich with opportunities for high school girls. We are currently accepting applications from protégés for our Maryland program.
 
This Spring, GIT has added Rockville, Maryland, as a second location for its 2012 Mentor-Protégé program. The sessions will be held at the Maryland Biotechnology Center (located in the Shady Grove Innovation Center) from 6:00 – 8:00 pm on the following dates:
 
Orientation - 02/16/12
Session 1 - 3/01/12
Session 2 - 3/15/12
Session 3 - 3/29/12
 
The program is comprised of three 2-hour sessions where girls engage with a panel of professional women to learn about their careers and then have a one-on-one mentoring session. Studies have shown while that girls and boys take math and science courses in roughly equal numbers, fewer women than men pursue these careers. We believe it is important for girls to see and talk with successful women in STEM-related fields to understand what kinds of opportunities they may have and help increase their self-confidence in pursuing these careers that are underrepresented by women.
 
After the program is concluded, girls are eligible to compete for a monetary scholarship award by writing an essay about their experience and will have an opportunity to participate in a raffle for two iPad 2s.
 
For more information, please visit:
<A href="http://womenintechnology.org/git">http://womenintechnology.org/git</A>
<<A href="http://womenintechnology.org/git">http://womenintechnology.org/git</A>>
 
The deadline for protégé applications for this Spring is February 8th
Online Application: <A href="http://womenintechnology.wufoo.com/forms/git-mentorprotege-program/">http://womenintechnology.wufoo.com/forms/git-mentorprotege-program/</A>
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Here is a link to the high school section of our website: <A href="http://www.opwall.com/Schools/index.shtml">http://www.opwall.com/Schools/index.shtml</A> VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV POSTED 1/25: DEADLINE FOR IBBR FEB 10. SUMMER &/OR ACADEMIC YEAR INTERNSHIP AT IBBR: 
The University of Maryland Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (formerly the Center for Advanced Research in Biotechnology) is supporting a limited number of internships for high school students. The goal of this program is to provide an opportunity for highly motivated students to work with mentors to explore career opportunities in the fields of: • Biotechnology • Computer Technology • Administrative and Facilities Operations.
 
Students will work with a mentor headed by one of the IBBR faculty and staff. Information about IBBR can be found on their web sites: http://ibbr.umd.edu/ There are three options to this program. Priority placement will be given to students enrolled who have taken or are concurrent Molecular Biology (or) Molecular Biotechnology AND are applying for summer + academic year placement. • Full year: Summer + Academic Year credit program: A one-year program of paid summer internship + academic year internship. Students may receive summer pay and MCPS Internship course credit for the academic semesters. • Summer only: Paid internship. Course credit may be arranged. • Academic Year only: Students must be enrolled in the MCPS Internship course and will receive course credit. Find the application at:<A href="http://teacherweb.com/MD/DNAResourceCenter/DNAResourceCenter/photo8.aspx">http://teacherweb.com/MD/DNAResourceCenter/DNAResourceCenter/photo8.aspx</A>
 ()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()() POSTED 1/25: J. Craig Venter Institute Discover Genomics
The Internship Program provides opportunities to inspire young scientists and other science professionals to work in all areas of the Institute. Interns are assigned to a mentor who is a member of the Institute's faculty or senior staff. A research program/work experience is tailored to each participant's education level and capabilities. Interns are required to present a summary of their research/work experience to the Institute's staff at the conclusion of their Internship. Students doing research at JCVI during the Fall or Spring semester should apply to receive credit from their high school or college. Interns are required to present a summary of their research/work experience to the Institute's staff at the conclusion of their Internship.
Our<A href="research/groups/">research groups</A>focus on human genomic medicine, infectious disease, plant, microbial and environmental genomics, synthetic biology and biological energy, bioinformatics, and software engineering. One of our core areas has always been high-throughput genomic sequencing which features the latest DNA sequencers, a new technology development lab and a state-of-the-art data center. The JCVI has a Policy Center dedicated to exploring the social and ethical issues surrounding genomic research, and an Education Group that seeks to enlighten and engage the next generation of scientists through efforts such as the DiscoverGenomics! Science Education Program. In addition to our research group administrative internships are available in communications, library and environmental health and safety areas. 
http://www.jcvi.org/cms/education/internship-program/important-dates/ !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! POSTED 1/25:  Coastal Education and Leadership Internship Program for Rising High School Seniors  Eight Week Sunday June 17, 2012 – Sunday August 12, 2012               Do you love the ocean and the outdoors? Do you have an interest in studying wild and diverse ecosystems? Do you dream of one day working as a Marine Biologist? Get ready for the summer adventure of a lifetime! The Marine Science Consortium is excited to offer a Coastal Education and Leadership Program for rising High School Seniors. This internship allows students to gain experience in an Environmental Education program while researching a Marine Science Project that interests them.               We are looking for six rising high school seniors (currently juniors age 16 and older) with an interest in education, biology or science. Students must have a strong academic profile and be interested in an opportunity to work in an outdoor environmental education setting. Interns will spend a lot of time outdoors in marine environments. Students who are enthusiastic and outgoing, can work easily with others and are organized, with good attention to detail will be the best fit for this internship.               For 8 weeks students will live, work and play on the Marine Science Consortium’s main campus, in Wallops Island, VA. This internship includes three components: programs, research and enrichment. Students will work alongside program staff to provide environmental education programs and summer camp activities; periodically attend college level courses; develop their own research project or legacy project; and explore the exciting marine habitats of the Eastern Shore of VA. This eight week program is a wonderful opportunity to enhance and develop self-confidence, self-awareness, communication skills, and personal leadership style. The internship is a unique opportunity for students to gain job experience, to learn about the exciting field of Marine Science and to make new friends. Students will gain work and research experience that they may then apply in their senior year in high school and beyond.               Since 1965 The Marine Science Consortium has educated and inspired thousands of children, youth, and adults about the marine and coastal ecosystems along the Mid-Atlantic Region through place-based, hands-on experiences. MSC is ideally located on Virginia's Eastern Shore, between the powerful Atlantic Ocean and ecologically important Chesapeake Bay. The barrier islands of the Eastern Shore create a series of habitats that are biologically diverse and geologically dynamic. These natural classrooms introduce students to a variety of concepts in the biological, chemical, and physical sciences. http://msconsortium.org/#/highschoolstudentinternship/4546405256 @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ POSTED 1/15: Hi- Many of yu have sent me emails asking about various specific aspects of internship that apply to you, personally.  Thank you for doing this.  Each internship is personal so I appreciate being able to give you first-hand answers.
  I promise I will get back to you.  But right now I am buried under a mountain of paperwork for this semester's grades.  Let me clear that out first so I can devote all of my thoughts to your question.
I'll be back in touch in a couple of days.
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If you are registering for science internship for the academic year: Academic Year only or Summer + Academic year.
You must complete a Wootton High School common application. I have them. You can either pick one up from me on Tuesday BEFORE school or print out the electronic version. It my be on the WHS web site somewhere. But I will also upload it to the Science Internship web page:  “ACADEMIC YEAR: Starting Your Internship: Data Package”. <A href="http://teacherweb.com/MD/WoottonHS/Adler-ScienceInternship/photo9.aspx">http://teacherweb.com/MD/WoottonHS/Adler-ScienceInternship/photo9.aspx</A>
Wootton HS – Academic Departments - Science Department – Internships in Science – “ACADEMIC YEAR…” YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE PLACED WITH A MENTOR OR A SITE TO REGISTER FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR INTERNSHIP. 
Please complete the WHS application and bring it AND your registration card for me to sign. The WHS application is due back to Dr. Thomas by January 27. So get it to me before then. I will not be available Wednesday through Friday of next week. So either bring it Tuesday (BEFORE SCHOOL in room 208) or once you start second semester. Again- best time to find me…. BEFORE SCHOOL in room 208.
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How much do you know about your universe? If you have every wondered how it all began, what’s at the edge, and how it all will end, then you will want to take advantage of a very special opportunity. Professor Cole Miller from the University of Maryland’s Department of Astronomy is coming to Wootton to discuss answers to questions such as these: 
<UL type=disc><LI style="COLOR: red">·        How old is the universe and how do we know?</LI><LI style="COLOR: red">·        What is the ultimate fate of the universe?</LI><LI style="COLOR: red">·        How do Einstein’s theories shape our vision of space and what other theories are there?</LI><LI style="COLOR: red">·        What happens to space and time near Black Holes?</LI><LI style="COLOR: red">·        WHAT IS DARK MATTER?</LI><LI style="COLOR: red">·        WHAT IS DARK ENERGY?</LI><LI style="COLOR: red">·        And any question that your own imagination can conjure!</LI></UL>
Please plan to attend this excellent lecture/question-answer session nextWednesday, January 11th, after school (2:30-4:00) in room 183. Attendance will count for STARS lecture credit. Please see or e-mail Mr. Thompson (<A href="mailto:Michael_U_Thompson@mcpsmd.org">Michael_U_Thompson@mcpsmd.org</A>) in room 212 with any questions.
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POSTED 1/4: HOW TO REGISTER FOR AN ACADEMIC YEAR SCIENCE INTERNSHIP Remember at the meeting in November how I said things will get very confusing because all these science internship opportunities have similar vocabulary and the due dates are about the same times? Well- here is an example. Step #1:  Answer this Question:  Do you want an academic year science internship?  If the answer is "no", I want to do summer stuff only.  Then go no further and apply for all the summer things you can find.  If the answer is "yes", I want summer + academic year or academic year only - then read along: Academic year science internship is a course and you must register for it just like any other science course.  The course code is 3511/12 (for single period) or 3521/22 (for double period).  Step #2: Now answer this Question: Are you planning to go off-site (away from school to your work site) or planning to stay here at WHS working for a science teacher?   
·        Option a:on-site: Find a science teacher who will sponsor you. Get a form from me and have teacher sign it. Bring signed form to me. I give you a form that says you can register for the academic year course.
 
·        Option b:off-site: Come to meeting at lunch Wednesday, 1/11 (or not since it will be a repeat of November meetings). Pick up WHS application to do an academic year internship. Applications will be available at the lunch meeting, online on WHS website or from me. Fill it out so it is clear that you want a science internship. Follow directions (on the application form) about submitting the form.
 
·        YOU DONOT HAVE TO BE PLACED– YOU DONOT NEED TO HAVE A WORKSITE IDENTIFIED– IN ORDER TO REGISTER FOR ACADEMIC YEAR. HELPING YOU FIND A WORKSITE IS ONE OF THE THINGS THEY PAY ME FOR.
 
·        Once I know who is registered for the academic year course, I will begin to work with my personal contacts to help you find a suitable placement.
 
·        If you are planning to work during the summer also, then apply for EVERYTHING! Most mentors will keep you during the academic year, too.
 ########################################################## POSTED 1/3: Couple of Reminders: 1. Complete all application forms completely and legibly.  No tiny letters.  And use dark ink. 2. Make sure you have followed the directions in  the application.  No freelancing here.  Do exactly what it says. 3. Give your teachers plenty of time to write recommendations!  Remember how I told you to complete the IBBR application during our meetings in early November???  If you had done as I said, you would already have teacher recommendations on file!  And ask politely.  A thank you gift is nice, too.  Nothing elaborate, just a small token of appreciation. 4. If I have a form on file from our meetings in early November, I will edit your resume.  But plan on at least 24-48 hours!  And please don't argue with me about what I say!  Remember you are applying for a science position.  Put your science stuff front and center.  If you highlight sports stuff (for example), they will think you are not serious about science.  5. I can get your transcript for you.  Please send me a request via email.  Make sure you include your student number. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ POSTED 1/3:  
THE JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (JHU) APPLIED PHYSICS LABORATORY (APL):
 
Although you can apply for summer, the site prefers FULL YEAR COMMITMENT.
 
JHU-APL is a not-for-profit center for engineering, research, and development. Located in Laurel, MD, APL is a division of one of the world's premier research universities, The Laboratory has been a major asset to the nation since it was organized to develop a critical World War II technology in 1942.
 
We recruit and hire the best and the brightest from top colleges, and 68% of our recruits are engineers and scientists. We work on more than 600 programs that protect our homeland and advance the nation's vision in research and space science, at an annual funding level of about $980 million.
 
APL solves complex research, engineering, and analytical problems that present critical challenges to our nation. That's how we decide what work we will pursue, and it's how we've chosen to benchmark our success. Our sponsors include most of the nation's pivotal government agencies. The expertise we bring includes highly qualified and technically diverse teams with hands-on operational knowledge of the military and security environments. We offer an outstanding and creative staff, augmented by world-class facilities.
 
As a division of The Johns Hopkins University (JHU), education is an important part of APL’s mission. The Laboratory supports education at all levels to encourage current and future engineers and scientists.
 
See Mrs. Adler in room 208 before school pick up an application for an internship here. The school-based contact (Mrs. Adler) must submit the applications. They will not accept submissions directly from students. Mrs. Adler plans to submit the applications February 3.
 
<A href="http://www.jhuapl.edu/education/default.asp" target=_blank>http://www.jhuapl.edu/education/default.asp</A>
 
 
 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ POSTED 12/23: ORWH (Office of Research on Women's Health)-NIH-FAES 
SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
 
SORRY FOR THE SHORT NOTICE, I JUST RECEIVED THIS:
 
This is a very selective internship for current juniors and seniors only. Based on academic achievement, aptitude, and interest in future career in a scientific discipline. Selected students will work in one of the research laboratories at the NIH and have the opportunity to become involved in ongoing research protocols. 
 
Applicants must be 16 years old as of June 1 and have completed their junior or senior year by this coming summer. And must be committed to working for 8 weeks during the summer. Interns will receive a stipend.
 
Wootton may nominate only 5 students. If interested, submit a package including the following the following to Mrs. Adler by 8:00 am MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 2012. IN A FOLDER IN MY MAILBOX IN THE MAIN OFFICE. DO NOT EMAIL IT TO ME.
 
1.    Resume: REFER TO THE RESUME WRITING LINK ON THIS WEB SITE, READ IT THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY AND DO WHAT IT SAYS!!!. Resume must include: relevant coursework, educational and science related accomplishments, research activities (including Research Project course and the title of your experiment AND if it was submitted to the Montgomery County Science Fair), prior internships and awards received (both inside and out of school). Be complete. We will be using your resume as the first “selector”.
2.    Recommendations: They must be written recommendations. You will need 2. One must be a science teacher. Make sure whoever is writing your recommendation will write a complete, thoughtful, personalized one.
3.    Cover Letter describing your interest in biomedical sciences and the reasons why you want to participate in this program. Also describe your hobbies and other interests.
4.    Areas of Scientific Interest: Indicate a maximum of 3 areas of interest:
a.    Neuroscience
b.    Immunology
c.    Cell Biology
d.    Molecular Biology & Biochemistry
e.    Genomics
f.     Chemistry
g.    Microbiology
h.    Computer Sciences
i.      Bioengineering
5.    Medical Entity or Disease Interest: (after all, this is the National Institutes of Health and presumably you are interested in some topic related to health and disease). 
 
If you are selected as one of the nominees, you will be contacted to immediately complete the on-line portion of the application which must be done by mid-January (yes, right in the middle of exam week)
 ========================================================== POSTED 12/20:  American Technion Society of Greater Washington.  We are funding 3 full scholarships to Technion University in Haifa, Israel for their Sci-Tech summer program in the summer of 2012.   Attached is a description of the program. We are looking for qualified applicants for these scholarships.   
The DC Chapter of the American Technion Society is proud to announce the Madaras SciTech Scholarships.
  Three scholarships will be provided to qualified high school students to attend the SciTech 2012 summer program at the Technion - Israel Institute  of Technology located in Haifa, Israel.
 The Technion is consistently ranked among the world's leading science and  technology universities and recently was awarded by New York City, in  partnership with Corrnell University, to build a mulit-million dollar  high-tech graduate school on Roosevelt Island in New York City.
  The program (7/23-8/16) combines hands-on scientific research with a  summer program of cultural and social activities.  It brings together  students from throughout the world, and is intended to challenge  ven the  best students.  Participants use the stellar facilities available at the Technion to work on projects tailored to their skills.
 The scholarships will cover tuition, fees, airfare, use of Technion  research and recreation facilities, dormitory accommodations, meals,  health Insurance, and the cost of all excursions.
  We are looking for DC area High School students who have interests in  science and engineering and in visiting Israel; students of all religious  and ethnic backgrounds are welcome.  Please submit the standard SciTech  application (<A href="http://www.scitech.technion.ac.il">www.scitech.technion.ac.il</A>) to Irv Elenberg at <A href="mailto:irv@ats.org">irv@ats.org</A> by  February 1, 2012.   
 Additional information about the program is available at  <A href="http://www.scitech.technion.ac.il">www.scitech.technion.ac.il</A>.   For more information about the scholarships,  please contact Irv Elenberg at <A href="mailto:irv@ats.org">irv@ats.org</A> or at (301) 654 - 4773.
 *************************************************************************************************** POSTED 12/20:  SOME OPPORTUNITIES.  FOLLOW THE LINKS. <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEMzX0FLYjFSSTBla3cwbFY2ZDVkS0E6MQ">GIS Internship Application</A> <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://wie.umd.edu/dream/">4th Annual Women in Engineering DREAM Conference</A> <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://www.jcvi.org/cms/education/internship-program ">Craig Venter Institute 2012 Internship Program</A> <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://moonbuggy.msfc.nasa.gov ">19th annual Great Moonbuggy Race</A> <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://msconsortium.org/#/highschoolstudentinternship/4546405256">An Eight Week Coastal Education and Leadership Internship Program for Rising High School Seniors</A> <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://www.wecanchange.com/">Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge</A> <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/11/science/space/11spacelab.html?_r=2&smid=tw-nytimesscience&seid=auto&utm_campaign=Argyle%2BSocial-2011-10&utm_medium=Argyle%2BSocial&utm_source=twitter&utm_term=2011-10-10-20-41-00">Challenge to Students: Have Space Station Run Your Experiment</A> <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://www.engineergirl.org/CMS/Contest/food2012.aspx">National Academy of Engineer's EngineerGirl! website's 12th annual Essay Contest</A><A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://www.engineergirl.org/CMS/Contest/food2012.aspx"> </A> ************************************************************************************ POSTED 12/20:  MORE NIH (MAYBE REPEAT?) NIH Summer Internship Program 2012 1. SIP application: <A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/sip">https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/sip</A>. Application process began November 15, 2011! 2. NIA research areas: (<A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://www.grc.nia.nih.gov/offices.htm">http://www.grc.nia.nih.gov/offices.htm</A>). 3. NIA Summer Program details:  (<A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="http://www.grc.nia.nih.gov/students/summeropps.htm">http://www.grc.nia.nih.gov/students/ summeropps.htm</A>) 4. 2012 NIH Community College Summer Enrichment Program (<A style="COLOR: #800000; FONT-WEIGHT: normal; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" href="https://www.training.nih.gov/ccsep_home_page">https://www.training.nih.gov/ccsep_home_page</A>) ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ POSTED 12/20: WOMEN IN ENGINEERING DREAM CONFERENCE 
When: Saturday, February 25, 2012            9:00am - 2:30pm 
Where: Adele H. Stamp Student Union             University of Maryland, College Park Directions and Parking
Please visit our <A href="http://www.union.umd.edu/visitorinfo/directions.shtml" target=_blank>Directions</A> webpage. Once on campus, park for free in Lot 1.
Welcome to the Website for the 2012 WIE DREAM Conference!
The Women in Engineering (WIE) Program at the University of Maryland is excited to hold the 2012 DREAM Conference! Our mission is to recruit, retain and advance women in engineering and this conference provides a forum to reach out to students and share the wonderful innovations, applications and opportunities engineering has to offer.
This spring, 500 participants will be welcomed to the University of Maryland campus for a series of workshops, forums, demonstrations and discussions that will truly ignite interest in engineering.
Special Note: WIE DREAM Conference participants that apply and are accepted to the University of Maryland's A. James Clark School of Engineering are eligible to apply for a <A href="https://futureumdengr.wufoo.com/forms/wie-dream-scholarship-application/" target=_blank>DREAM Scholarship</A> valued at up to $2,500!
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Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates at Northwestern University
 
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) at Northwestern University offers a 9-week, paid summer research experience for undergraduates. The students are paired up with some of the leading research professors in science and engineering fields. Research areas include ceramics, nanocomposites, photonics, nanoparticles, and molecular electronics.  While there are many REU programs, the NU-MRSEC stands out in offering students an interdisciplinary research experience. Students currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in science or engineering who are US citizens or permanent residents are eligible. The program dates this year are June 18 to August 17, 2012; Applications are due Feb. 15, 2012. Participants are paid a $4500 stipend and a travel allowance and on-campus housing is provided. For more information, please visit our website:
<A href="http://www.mrsec.northwestern.edu/content/educational_programs/reu.htm">http://www.mrsec.northwestern.edu/content/educational_programs/reu.htm</A>
 
If you have any questions, please contact our program assistant, Nic Tat at <A href="mailto:mrc-reu@northwestern.edu">mrc-reu@northwestern.edu</A>, 847-491-3606.
 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ POSTED 12/19:  REMINDERS! Please fill out forms in PEN!  And print clearly - very clearly.  Have someone else proofread it.  And spell check it.  And then  check it again to make sure all information is completed.  And all parts of the application are present.  People my age are reading these applications.  We are old, distracted, busy, crabby and need glasses that we left somewhere but can't remember where.  If the person who screens the applicantions can't read yours, then s/he will take one of the next 100 or so applicants who are equally qualified but can actually complete the process appropriately! ()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()()() POSTED: 12/13:  
Want to be a part of the future in medicine?
 
Come hear Dr. Paul Nagy discuss The Role of Physics in Medicine.
 
What does Medical Physics do for us? It greatly advances our capabilities in medical diagnoses and treatments. It even provides new and valuable windows into the physiology of human behavior! If you are considering a future in a medical field, come listen to Dr. Nagy, who will trace the history of physics in medicine and describe the vital role it currently plays. 
 
Dr. Nagy is an Associate Professor of Radiology and the Director of Quality and Informatics Research at the University of Maryland and currently a visiting professor at Johns Hopkins University. He is a diagnostic medical physicist whose expertise is in imaging science and information technology (IT). His research includes quality, x-ray imaging physics, medical image analysis, clinical workflow, and advanced information systems management.    
 
2:30pm, Wednesday, December 14th in room 183. Seating will be limited and awarded on a first come, first served basis. Proof of attendance will be distributed following the lecture. Attendance earns STARS credit! See (or e-mail) Mr. Michael Thompson in room 212 if you have questions.
 *************************************************************************************************** POSTED 12/12:  REMEMBER deadlune for national aquarium apps is this Friday, Dec 16 to Mrs. Adler's mailbox in the main office.  She needs to send them to the contact in Baltimore. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^    POSTED 12/12: NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING @ NIH: The NIA Intramural Research Program provides training opportunities in several sites; most of the laboratories are based at the Biomedical Research Center and the Gerontology Research Center on the Johns Hopkins Bayview Campus in Baltimore, Maryland. The Clinical Research Branch's Advanced Studies in Translational Research on Aging (ASTRA) Unit is located at Harbor Hospital, a few miles south of the Bayview Campus in Baltimore, Maryland. The section of Brain Physiology and Metabolism is located in Building 9 on the NIH main campus in Bethesda, and the Laboratory of Neurogenetics is located in the Porter Neuroscience Research Center on the NIH main campus in Bethesda, and the Laboratory of Epidemiology, Demography, and Biometry is located in the Gateway Building in Bethesda.
 
Applications may be filed after November 21, 2011. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2012 11:30 p.m. EST. 
<A href="http://www.grc.nia.nih.gov/students/summeropps.htm">http://www.grc.nia.nih.gov/students/summeropps.htm</A>
  *************************************************************************************    POSTED 12/6: Rockville Science Center Café: Speaker
<H1>"A Fly in the Ointment: What Insects Can Teach Us About Human Health and Disease!" </H1>
<H3>Dr. Kelly G. Ten Hagen -- Chief, Development Glycobiology Unit, NIDCR National Institutes of Health </H3>
The common fruit fly has more in common with us than we may think.  Aside from having many of the same genes and proteins, the fruit fly can also develop complex diseases typically seen in humans, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders.  Many researchers are using the fruit fly to identify the underlying causes of these diseases in an effort to develop better treatments for human patients.  This talk will highlight some of the ongoing work in this field and how this amazing insect can improve human health. 
<H2><A href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=co9rcxcab&et=1108928749342&s=507&e=001AfeMHAOLwwp4RoSoBtwvFlyMYEcPsoKvFLsYcnOlIZkB9eJIXSe39LFGS2uyoj73eYa1CDiQfQmW3KIV1P6a93o9p_Klz9nsbiikhsOgrJCwifq7RREeF5rztHvfH3Xr0ZBLf_7kRs_WI-6-lFGqByRHspbFX5rUY0yi2h9coPJie-M4pOmPHGjcWOLa9LlyE3nmmVj6tGYhrDvlaQc71GA7O2pa-6DjsW9XgptRzaai7fmAExxlanvtWZITG7cjMWIRJHCycAF5HHNU8UuOL7MaR57DzT8LazKT2XiP0uBqse16WWFZ6Igi-8iXNts9sAHWWl7sbkBL9vq9yuvFyz4dBjVFG1_w4nsA-pV-Tl5ddSGcu9yZhqAOpBt2fc7Xp5_LjpuZ9fY=">Location</A>: <A href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=co9rcxcab&et=1108928749342&s=507&e=001AfeMHAOLwwpI7lXZv1370bqjg5DuwxFyY09orGt6ec0_3C5q1VrzhRCAiGGGVUWI8H4qon3wQT1Fa1i7_LJYz_exlEnLdlu5juVCsejUu6E=">Branded '72</A> Pit Barbecue 387 East Gude Drive, Rockville, MD 20850 Tuesday, December 20, 2011, 7:00 pm</H2>
PS- A great way to find mentors.  &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& POSTED 12/5: GET YOUR RESUMES GOING!
There is a link on this page with resources to help you write your resume. Read it carefully and follow the directions. If you are applying for the summer, you need to get it done, now. The applications will want it. AND THEIR DEADLINES ARE COMING UP SOON.
REMEMBER: Apply for anything and everything that meets your needs…..
 *****************************************************************************************************  POSTED 12/5: NATIONAL AQUARIUM IN BALTIMORE: SPEND YOUR SUMMER AT THE AQUARIUM
 Student summer volunteer and paid work. If you are interested in spending an exciting summer learning about marine biology and conservation, meeting people from all over the world, gaining new work experience and having fun at Maryland's most popular attraction, consider applying for the Student Summer Program at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. The volunteer part of the program can fulfill community service requirement. There is the possibility of some paid assignments. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO 100 HOURS DURING THE SUMMER + SOME SATURDAY TRAINING SESSIONS IN THE SPRING.
 See Mrs. Adler in room 208 for an application. 
 Completed applications are due back to Mrs. Adler by December 16
**************************************************************************************************** POSTED 12/1: NIH is active. The application links are ready for you. 
The NIH applications are available online! Notice that is plural: Applications. There are several programs at NIH and you will need to search through the website to find all the little goodies:
Here is your basic summer research application: <A href="https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/sip">https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/sip</A>
But if you go to this page, you will find links to some other kids of work experience, For example, the Student Temporary Experience Program (STEP) or the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP). The link to  <A href="http://www.usajobs.gov/studentjobs/">http://www.usajobs.gov/studentjobs/</A> also includes regular jobs that can also receive internship recognition or credit. <A href="http://www.jobs.nih.gov/vacancies/student/default.htm">http://www.jobs.nih.gov/vacancies/student/default.htm</A>
Look at everything on the NIH site and on the POST: under LOTS OF INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 
Then go and look at each institute at NIH because some of them have their own internship/job opportunities. For example at the National Human Genome research Institute: <A href="http://www.genome.gov/page.cfm?pageID=10000218">http://www.genome.gov/page.cfm?pageID=10000218</A>
By the way, when you get to this page, you will see a box with even more internship/job opportunities….
 
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Posted 11/7:  SUMMER &/OR ACADEMIC YEAR INTERNSHIP AT IBBR:  
The University of Maryland Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (formerly the Center for Advanced Research in Biotechnology) is supporting a limited number of internships for high school students. The goal of this program is to provide an opportunity for highly motivated students to work with mentors to explore career opportunities in the fields of: • Biotechnology • Computer Technology • Administrative and Facilities Operations. Students will work with a mentor headed by one of the IBBR faculty and staff. Information about IBBR can be found on their web sites: http://ibbr.umd.edu/ There are three options to this program. Priority placement will be given to students enrolled who have taken or are concurrent Molecular Biology (or) Molecular Biotechnology AND are applying for summer + academic year placement. • Full year: Summer + Academic Year credit program: A one-year program of paid summer internship + academic year internship. Students may receive summer pay and MCPS Internship course credit for the academic semesters. • Summer only: Paid internship. Course credit may be arranged. • Academic Year only: Students must be enrolled in the MCPS Internship course and will receive course credit. Find the application at: <A href="http://teacherweb.com/MD/DNAResourceCenter/DNAResourceCenter/photo8.aspx">http://teacherweb.com/MD/DNAResourceCenter/DNAResourceCenter/photo8.aspx</A>
 
 
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************************************************************************************** Posted 11/7:    Looking for a Science Internship for Summer and or Academic Year? Come to one of the meetings:
Wednesday, November 16 in Room 208 during 4th period 
Thursday, November 17 in Room 289 during 5th and 6th period Tuesday, November 29 in Room 208 during all lunches ************************************************************************************* Posted 11/7:  National Youth Leadership Forum: I have the nomination forms.  See info: Summer programs (to the left) **************************************************************************************** Posted 11/7:  Toshiba Exploravision Competition.  See Competitions (to the left) *************************************************************************************** Posted 11/7: Don't forget Carnegie Capital Science Lectures.  For more information, see the lectures link (to the left) *****************************************************************************************

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