Program Basics

In the Integrated Biological Sciences Summer Research Program, students do independent research projects with faculty mentors for ten weeks in one of six research areas, including Cellular and Molecular Biology. These six disciplinary clusters are intellectually woven together at weekly meetings in an interdisciplinary learning community through evolutionary theory and the research process. In addition to meeting with the interdisciplinary group, students prepare research proposals, final papers, and oral presentations summarizing their work.  This is a program administered through the Center for Biology Education. This summer program is designed to educate and prepare top-notch students for possible futures in graduate studies. Students will build friendships, experience the UW and Madison communities, and develop scientific skills at the same time.

How to Apply

Information on how to apply and to learn more details about IBS-SRP, please visit http://www.wisc.edu/cbe/srp-bio/. Applications are currently available online at https://tess.gradsch.wisc.edu/srop/sroplogin.cgi. Deadline for applications for summer 2008 is February 15, 2008. Any questions can be directed to Program Coordinator, Brian Asen at (608) 262-5267 or beasen@wisc.edu

Eligibility

Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents between their sophomore and senior years who have a grade point average of at least 3.0 and strong interest in a career in biological research. Students who are African American, Hispanic, Native American, Southeast Asian, Native Alaskan or Native Pacific Islander, or who are from low-income homes, are the first in their family to attend college, or who attend small liberal arts institutions without broad research facilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Financial Support

The program provides a stipend of $4,200, full support for travel, housing, health insurance (if needed), and a partial food allowance. Students have access to all campus libraries and facilities. There are no fees or tuition costs.

Cellular and Molecular Biology Program

The Cellular and Molecular Biology Program is a campus leader in the field of scientific research and builds on the campus strenghts of cooperation and collaboration across departmental boundaries. The program has more than 170 faculty trainers in over 40 individual departments.

The UW

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a leader in biological research with state-of-the-art facilities and programs that are recognized worldwide. Founded in 1848, the UW houses over 100 doctoral programs. Approximately 40,000 students are enrolled at the University, and around 10,000 of these are graduate students.

Madison, Wisconsin

Situated around four picturesque lakes, the capital city of Wisconsin features an abundance of natural beauty as well as cultural attractions. The city offers arts, music, entertainment, sports and much more. There are over 200 parks in the metro area and more than 150 bike trails.