Do you have a passion for computing, biology, math, and science?
B.I.G. Summer is an 8-week full-time immersion program for undergraduates interested in learning how to read and analyze genes and genomes. Through this program students will have the opportunity to experience graduate-level coursework, and learn the latest cutting-edge research, tools and methods used by leading scientists to solve real-world problems.
B.I.G. Summer experiences show students what a science career can look like. Students apply what they’ve learned to an original research project in a laboratory, guided by UCLA faculty mentors. Students learn how to be a scientist in lab meetings, journal clubs, and our final poster and award session.
Areas of research include:
• Biomedical Genetics and Genomics • Neurogenetics
• Cancer genetics
• Population Genetics
• Microbiome analysis
• Immunology
• Host pathogen interactions
• Ecosystem modeling
INTERACTIVE LEARNING
• Skills-building workshops
• Research lunch talks
• Faculty-led journal clubs
HANDS-ON TRAINING
• Original research projects
• Weekly lab meetings
• Scientific poster session
CAREER BUILDING
• Individual Development Plans
• GRE prep courses
• Social activities with faculty
UCLA QCB seeks exceptional students who will contribute to campus diversity, and encourages women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Also available:
• $1000-$4000 stipend and support for select students
• On-campus housing including breakfast
• Ample opportunities to meet UCLA faculty, postdocs, and grad students
Learn more here.