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Finding Your Network Workshop & Prepare for Your Future - Sept 30

MARVEL Workshop.1.PNGMicrobiology Achievement through Research and Valuable Learning (MARVEL) Workshop - Finding Your Network
Friday, September 30, 2022, 3:00 - 5:00pm in the Goldenrod/Sunflower Suites, 3rd Floor of the UNL East Campus Union

Workshop Goal: This year's workshop includes a panel discussion followed by networking activities. You will develop an understanding of the core concept of networking, learn and map out ways to grow your network, and determine networking goals for the semester while mixing with undergraduates, graduates, staff & faculty.

UNL Microbiology Club is hosting a Social Networking Event at the same location directly following the MARVEL Activities. Continue reading…

More details at: https://microbiology.unl.edu/
 

Nebraska Science Ambassador Program

The Nebraska Science Ambassadors Program (NESA) is an experiential learning program that will introduce students to basic principles of science communication, including online science communication and informal science education.

The program runs from Nov. 11 – Dec. 4 and will meet via Zoom each Friday from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. There is an in-person practicum experience on Dec. 4 at Morrill Hall in Lincoln, NE, with Eight-Legged Encounters, and then some survey participation after the Dec. 4 event. This program is perfect for juniors, seniors, or graduate students seeking to broaden their skillset before graduation.

Registration closes Nov. 7!

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More details at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJkWSeIVVCrR0LMLPO14K8mMP_CH-XDc7t9xw3zBFbt8OQHw/viewform
 

Undergraduate research positions in the fungal ecology lab

Are you interested in microbiology, fungi, molecular biology, and/or plant pathogens?

Come join us at the newly established Quantitative Fungal Ecology Lab (http://www.fungalecology.com) in the Department of Plant Pathology. We are seeking undergraduate researchers to assist in general laboratory practices, from isolating fungal pathogens to preparing DNA for sequencing and processing of raw data.
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More details at: https://teddy.garcia@unl.edu
 

Experiential Learning Funds for Internships or Research - DEADLINE NOV 15

Students may apply for up to $1500 of funding that enables their participation in an internship or research opportunity. Funds may be used for transportation to the location of the opportunity, program fees or tuition, extra housing and food costs, conference participation, equipment, or any other reasonable expense necessary to participate. Deadline: November 15 for spring 2023 Continue reading…

More details at: https://cas.unl.edu/experiential-learning-funds-internships-and-research?fbclid=IwAR3tBEEHr-IHR1TdF1D3hKYSBHu_T_r21TvCDul58chas-Br4Dl05Tuvpok
 

Seminar of Interest

October 13
Dr. Yanbin Yin, Department of Food Science & Technology, UNL
"CAZyme bioinformatics enhances gut microbiome, agriculture, and bioenergy research"
Thursdays, 12:00-12:50 pm
In-Person located in FIC 277
Reception to follow in FIC 275

More details at: https://rvillarojas2@unl.edu
 
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