| Tuesday, September 22, 2009 2023 Haworth 5:15 – 6:15 pm |
Dr. Andersen, Department of Physiology & Biophysics, at Cornell, and Director of Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-institutional MD/PhD programDr. Andersen, Department of Physiology & Biophysics, at Cornell, and Director of Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-institutional MD/PhD program, will be here on Tuesday, September 22, 5:15 – 6:15 pm, in 2023 Haworth (see below.) |
MICROBIOLOGY SENIORS—You should have received an e-mail last week about BIOL 504 and BIOL 507; if you did not receive this, let me know (jelder@ku.edu).
AND, in case you missed this earlier …
BIOL 400, Fundamentals of Microbiology, will be offered during the Fall semester only. This is a change from past years when we taught BIOL 400 each semester. We will be offering BIOL 402, Microbiology Lab, sections in the Spring even though the lecture will not be offered.
BIOL 570, Introduction to Biostatistics, is offered during the Fall semesters only. If you plan to graduate in May 2010 and you need BIOL 570 for your Major, now is the time to enroll.
Dr. Andersen, Department of Physiology & Biophysics, at Cornell, and Director of Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-institutional MD/PhD Program will be here on Tuesday, September 22, 5:15 - 6:15 pm, in 2023 Haworth. Dr. Andersen will offer introductory remarks, then open the floor for questions and discussions about this program and MD/PhD programs generally. This is an excellent opportunity to get questions answered and to find out if the MD/PhD program is for you. |
(Freshmen and Sophomores note … There is also a Tri-institutional SUMMER PROGRAM called Gateways to the Laboratory Summer Program, for freshman and sophomores who are contemplating pursuing a combined MD-PhD training.). |
If you have just returned from a summer “biology” experience, we would like to hear from you! Send me a description (no more than one page) of what you did; please include your name and major. Also send us two or three photos of your experience, or a web site we could use. We will post these descriptions/photos in the first and second floor display cases in Haworth. This is a great way to help other students find a “biology” summer experience for the future. Please send your materials to me by Thursday, September 10 … thanks! – Jan (jelder@ku.edu)
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Dear KU Biology Majors, The Biology Majors Advisory Committee (BMAC) is a student-led committee that provides support for all Biology undergraduates. BMAC is an organization designed to facilitate a smooth path to graduation for all Biology majors by acting as a liaison between students and the faculty/staff. With the 2009-2010 academic year in front of us, we are looking for new members, particularly underclassmen, who are majoring in the biological sciences and are interested in getting involved and making a positive impact on KU Undergraduate Biology. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please email us at bmac.ku@gmail.com by August 30. Be sure to include your major, year in school, and anything else that you feel is important as well as why you want to be a member of BMAC. We will review your responses during our first meeting and then let you know if you've been selected to be a member of BMAC! We hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely, The Members of BMAC |
More information on the following available from Liz Caldwell (lcaldwell@ku.edu), Program Assistant, University Career Center, 110 Burge Union (www.ucc.ku.edu). |
Employer: Physicians Reference Laboratory Title: Laboratory Assistant - Evening Shift - Full-time Description: PRL has a Laboratory Assistant position available at our laboratories within our Core Laboratory in Overland Park, Kansas. As a Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for performing laboratory tests and procedures, per physicians' orders, and to provide quality patient care and services. Divisions of concentration include Hematology, Immunology, Microbiology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Blood Bank and miscellaneous body fluid analysis. Job Description: • Perform technical, clerical, and computer duties in the laboratory. • Accessioning specimens for tests/procedures from clients via different program applications into the PRL laboratory information systems. • Inoculate specimens on proper media and prepare specimen to test order exceptions • Monitor reagents and stains, prepare as needed • Perform special processing procedures to specimens • Perform appropriate testing as assigned and record results in timely manner • Follow all quality control guidelines to ensure proper technique and reagent and/or instrument function • Communicate with clients to resolve specimen or test order exceptions • Maintain accurate laboratory records • Maintain and follow infection and safety control procedures and other duties as assigned. Requirements: • Associates or Bachelors degree in science field • Excellent customer service skills; articulate, pleasant, helpful and calm demeanor • Good verbal and written communications skills • Able to plan daily workload to achieve timely and effective completion • Medical terminology and laboratory experience is desirable • Detail oriented Please refer to job code LA when applying for this position. PRL offers a competitive salary and complete benefits package, including health and dental insurance, shift differential, paid time off, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. Location: Overland Park, KS Authorization: US Citizen, US Permanent Resident Salary Level: Varies Posted On: August 14, 2009 |
There is an opportunity in the Hileman lab (Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology) for Independent study or Honor's Thesis work. See the Hileman lab web page for information about our research: http://www.people.ku.edu/~lhileman/index.html. Contact Dr. Hileman, lhileman@ku.edu, for further information. (To find out more about Honors in Biology, go to http://www.kuub.ku.edu/honors/.)
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STUDENT RESEARCH GRANTS Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society is currently accepting grant applications through the Grant-in-Aid of Research Program. Applications are accepted in all fields of science and engineering. The application deadline is October 15, 2009 for awards to be disbursed in January 2010. Additional information at: http://www.sigmaxi.org/programs/giar. Email questions to giar@sigmaxi.org. CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to share their research through poster presentations at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and International Research Conference on November 13 and 14 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel, Texas (near Houston). Presentations will be accepted in all fields of science and engineering and awards will be given for outstanding presentations. Judging categories include Behavioral Sciences, Biochemistry, Cellular & Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Geo-Sciences, Math & Computer Science, Physics & Astronomy, Physiology & Immunology and Interdisciplinary Research. Conference activities include: Student research presentations to be evaluated by leading career scientists; Interactions with eminent scientists and engineers from around the world at social events; Network with graduate school recruiters and potential employers; Special Mini-Conference on Energy Science and Policy. Additional information at: http://www.sigmaxi.org/meetings/annual/src.shtml. Email questions to meeting@sigmaxi.org. Conference program: http://www.sigmaxi.org/meetings/annual/program.shtml Deadline: Abstracts should be submitted by October 14, 2009 in order to appear in the conference program. |
The Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program is a program that will enable you to obtain a fully funded education in the fields of Medicine, Dentistry, Physician Assistance or Optometry, and a commission in the Navy. The scholarship covers tuition, books, and includes a monthly stipend. Participants agree to serve on active duty for every year of participation, with a minimum service obligation of 3-4 years. To learn more about this program, go to: http://navmedmpte.med.navy.mil/accessions/students/perspective_hpsp.cfm, or contact: Lt. Ruby Cole (ltcole2008@yahoo.com; (816) 880-1134 or (816) 401-6604 [cell]). |
The Garden Club of America offers scholarships and fellowships for the study of: medicinal botany, ecological restoration, coastal wetlands, tropical botany, endangered bird habitat, field botany, environmental science, etc. For updated information, applications, and deadlines, go to: www.gcamerica.org. |
Juniors and Seniors: Still need a Biology Course? Do you want to experience a graduate course before you attend graduate school? Are you interested in ecology? Dr. Joy Ward is still enrolling students in her Global Change - Isotope Course (3 credits). Measuring and learning about stable isotopes is an exciting way to understand environmental change, plant physiology, animal migrations, and even forensics! The course is listed as a graduate course on-line: Biol 701 Topic: Global Change/Eco Phy & Istop (find the course for J. Ward) Note: After the first meeting, the course time may change in order to accommodate student schedules. Professor: Dr. Joy WardWebsite: http://www.ku.edu/~eeb/faculty/ward.html, Email: joyward@ku.edu Office phone: 785-864-5218; Office location: 8026 Haworth Natural changes in atmospheric composition and climate have had major impacts on evolutionary processes and ecosystem functioning over geologic time. In addition to these natural changes, human activities have dramatically altered the functioning and diversity of modern ecosystems. For this course, we will discuss basic research that deals with understanding the effects of climate and atmospheric changes on both current and ancient ecosystems, with specific emphasis on studies that use isotopic methodologies. A list of possible topics are shown below, although these topics are specifically tailored to match the interests of the students each semester. This course involves a strong emphasis on reading, understanding, and evaluating the primary literature in fields involving isotopic approaches. Possible lecture topics (may be altered to meet student interests):
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