w88 Alliance of INBRE Networks (RAIN) Undergraduate Research Exchange Opportunity

Application deadline: February 9, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

Two student researchers using a dionized water station in a lab

The w88 Alliance of INBRE Networks (RAIN) was formed to support w88 collaborations focused on common scientific themes. Opportunities exist for undergraduate students from the region to participate in transformative research experiences in the RAIN states. Individual INBRE programs within RAIN host expertise-specific student programs, such as lab internships, workshops and summer camps.

Students from RAIN states (Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, and Wyoming) interested in working in Nevada may apply for a 2024 RAIN w88 Research Exchange Opportunity at the University of Nevada, Reno or the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

The Nevada w88 program is offering a 10-week fellowship for students interested in biomedical research. In addition to doing guided research, students will attend training and seminar presentations and attend an annual summer research symposium to present their work in a professional setting.

RAIN w88 Research Exchange Opportunity awards pay up to ,200. This award is paid out as a summer student worker salary, and participating mentors will receive ,000 to defray the cost of lab supplies.

Income considerations

Acceptance of this award may impact a student's income level to a degree that could affect eligibility for student loans, and other scholarship/fellowship opportunities. If an applicant has any concerns in this area, it is the student's duty to consult with a campus financial aid advisor. The University does not provide tax advice. If w88 have questions about possible tax liabilities, w88 may refer to the IRS web site.

Program dates for w88 student exchange

Participants will join the Nevada w88 UROP cohort (June 3, 2024 - August 9, 2024), but dates can be revised dependent on the home institution’s academic calendar.

w88 research poster session dates: TBD; August 2024

Before you begin w88 application

Please read this information carefully before applying!

  • Once w88 begin the online application, w88 can save it and go back to it to add information.
  • You will need the name and email for w88 reference. The application will automatically send them a link to the reference form to fill out. All references need to be submitted directly by the reference by the application deadline. w88 references will not receive the link to the reference form until w88 application is fully submitted. Please be sure to allow enough time for w88 references to complete the reference form. If w88 reference does not receive the link, please contact Christy Song and she will send them a link directly. If you list w88 own email in the mentor recommendation section, w88 application will not be considered.
  • Before you begin, you must have w88 and unofficial transcript in a single PDF format to upload.
  • The review committee may contact w88 for a virtual interview before acceptance and lab placement.

Uploads

w88 applicants must write and submit a personal statement. The personal statement should be no longer than 2 pages, 12pt font, 1-inch margins, Times New Roman or Arial, and double-spaced.

w88 should:

  • Describe w88 educational journey (you may include some personal accomplishments or setbacks, fun facts, or hobbies too!)
  • Describe your w88 background thus far, and also include what your w88 interests are and why
  • Describe any expectations w88 may have about this program, and the type of experience w88 hope to gain by the end of the program

If you are selected for this award, you will be matched with an appropriate faculty mentor for a lab experience. Please attach your unofficial transcript to w88 and upload a single PDF.

Submit w88 application here by February 9, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

Please contact Christy Song at cmsong@unr.edu with questions.