"It's given me the opportunity to take what I learn in the classroom and actually see how
it really works and apply that knowledge." |
-Dani Blessum, senior, biomedical sciences |
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| Biomedical Research Experiences for Undergraduates |
| This five-year program focuses on increasing the biomedical research capacity of Montana by building research infrastructure, supporting faculty and student research, and fostering a state-wide collaborative network. A major focus of this program is to offer funding to support undergraduate research. |
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| Student Eligibility |
| All students currently enrolled full-time at MSU-Bozeman and studying an area related to the biomedical sciences, e.g. microbiology, chemistry, cell biology, biochemistry, biology, biofilms, chemical or biological engineering, veterinary molecular biology or bioinformatics, are eligible to apply. Students who have used up their USP eligibility, may still be eligible for funding through the INBRE program. |
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| Selection Criteria |
INBRE Scholars will be selected according to the following criteria: |
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Clarity and merit of the research proposal |
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Student's preparation |
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Student's academic accomplishments |
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Sponsor Statement |
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| Three-Step Application Process |
| Step One: Faculty Member Sponsor |
| You should locate a faculty member sponsor who is willing to collaborate with you on your research project. Sponsors who have agreed to provide mentorship to students pursuing biomedical studies are listed here. If your mentor is not listed or if you have questions about whether your research project falls in this category please contact Professor Martin Teintze (mteintze@montana.edu, 994-5390). |
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Step Two: Prepare Application Materials
You need to prepare two copies of each of the following:
1. Three page application. (Note: PLEASE INDICATE THAT YOU ARE APPLYING FOR INBRE FUNDING ON THE FIRST PAGE OF THE APPLICATION. One application can be used to apply for both INBRE and General USP funding. First you will be considered for INBRE funding. If you are not funded by INBRE you will subsequently be considered for USP funding.)
2. Five page proposal.
3. Copy of current transcripts.
4. Sponsor statement of support.
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| Step Three: Application Submittal |
| The deadline for submission is Friday, March 21, 2008. Students must submit their application package (which includes two copies of each item noted above) to the following location: |
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Undergraduate Scholars Program |
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Attn: Steven Holmgren, Director |
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Montana State University |
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418 Reid Hall |
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Bozeman, MT 59717-3000 |
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