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Exciting times ahead! Yesterday, I had the privilege of welcoming our newest students to the Department of Physics, Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa, where they will embark on an incredible journey through the world of Physics, Physical Engineering, and Biomedical Engineering and Biophysics. I shared with them three key messages that I believe will shape their time at university: 1) Expanding Horizons: They'll explore everything from the subatomic to the cosmic scale, developing critical thinking, creativity, and technical skills to prepare them for the future; 2) Interdisciplinary Learning: At the Faculty of Sciences, they will also have the unique chance to collaborate with students and professors across various fields like biology, mathematics, informatics, geology, and even the history of sciences; 3) The University Ecosystem: Beyond the classroom, they'll be part of a vibrant intellectual community, engaging with research groups, attending scientific events, and connecting with researchers visiting from different institutions. The future holds great opportunities for growth and discovery! Let's keep fostering curiosity, knowledge, and innovation together.

Researchers, take note! The Department of Defense has extended the deadline for the FY24 Laboratory University Collaboration Initiative (LUCI) competition to May 31, 2024. LUCI is a prestigious program designed to support collaborations between DoD Laboratory researchers and DoD-funded university researchers on basic research projects in areas of critical importance to the Department of Defense. This initiative presents a unique opportunity to delve into new and exciting areas of scientific inquiry, broaden your collaborative network, and potentially revolutionize the trajectory of your research endeavors. Key highlights of the LUCI program: 📌 Awarded projects are eligible for up to $200,000 per year for three years. 📌 Funding can cover a portion of the PI's salary, postdoctoral researchers, contractors, travel, supplies, and support for university collaborators. 📌 Early-career DoD Lab scientists are strongly encouraged to build new academic collaborations beyond their graduate or postdoctoral advisors. 📌 Research topics of interest span a wide range of fields, including applied mathematics, computational science, networks, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, bioengineering, quantum information science, materials science, and more. Don't let this remarkable opportunity pass you by! Submit your white paper by May 31, 2024, and embark on a journey of groundbreaking collaboration and discovery. For more information and application details: https://lnkd.in/eWxsx_yH #AFOSRSTEM #STEMFunding #LUCI #DoD #AFResearchLab #BasicResearch #AcademicResearch #STEM #Collaboration #FundingOpportunity #ResearchGrant

2024 Student Slam Coming in May! Dear Fellow Spectroscopists, We are pleased to announce, based on last three very successful Graduate Student Slam Presentations (aka Elevator Talks or 3-minute Thesis Presentations) we are doing a repeat performance for 2024! The first three events resulted in outstanding presentations from across the world with 42% of presentations from USA and Canada with the other 58% from Europe. So far, we have had 56 talks from 11 countries, 29 universities, and one high school. The presentations are aimed not only to encourage graduate students to participate but also to showcase talent in spectroscopy to potential future post-doctoral advisors and future employers who will be attending this exciting event. What is new for 2024—as well as the 3-minute pitches from Graduate Students we will have one-minute pitches from potential future post-doctoral advisors and future employers and we welcome contributions to present opportunities to the talent that will be presenting. This opportunity was initiated by the New England and New York Sections of SAS as well as the Coblentz Society and is supported by other Societies. The 2024 event is virtual and open to all to attend. The format for student talks will encompass 20 selected presentations designed to be ‘elevator talks’ which will last only three (3) minutes each. Yes, that is correct, three minutes. The goal is to engage up to 20 graduate students in a one-hour time slot to cover a high-level summary of their research. This is a great opportunity to network and get their research out into the open, be comfortable giving an overview of their work, especially for beginning graduate students, and is useful if preparing for a poster or oral presentation at any upcoming conference that they plan to attend in 2024. We will select up to 20 presentations and provide to all who dial-in to the virtual session on 23 May at 12:00 PM (EST) a list of the speakers’ names, title of their presentation, academic affiliation, advisor, and their anticipated graduation timeframe. Once the speaker is introduced, they will have three minutes to summarize their work. A 30-minute session will provide opportunities for one-minute presentations for potential employers and an open question session will follow after the completion of all presentations. Please submit your abstract and the entire form by 30 April 2024 https://buff.ly/499ZndJ A committee will select the speakers and will work to ensure that as many universities as possible will be represented. Depending on turnout and success of this event, we may offer it again in the next few months to accommodate more presenters. In addition, an award will be given to the best overall presentation.

Virtual Workshop for PhD Applicants in Biological Sciences Are you, or someone you know, applying to PhD programs in the Biological Sciences or related fields? The Diversity Initiative for the Advancement of STEM (DIAS) at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is hosting a two-part virtual workshop designed to support you through the process! Workshop Overview: Session 1: Guidance on the PhD application process Session 2: Personalized written feedback on your personal statement from CSHL scientists (including graduate students, postdocs, and faculty), followed by a panel discussion on refining your statement. Feel free to attend either or both sessions. Submission of your personal statement is optional! Important Dates: Session 1: October 11th, 4:00 PM (EST) Session 2: November 8th, 4:00 PM (EST) Both sessions will be held virtually via Zoom. Please complete this registration form (https://lnkd.in/gNfU5SXX) to receive the Zoom link and additional details. Note: Registration may close early if capacity is reached. If you’d like feedback on a personal statement, please submit it by Wednesday, October 30th. A separate email with submission instructions will be sent after registering, and reminders will be provided before the deadline. Please share this email with anyone who may be interested! While participants do not need to be based in the U.S., they should be interested in pursuing a U.S. graduate program. cshldias@gmail.com

Starting your PhD can be challenging, which is why we've curated our PhD Hub just for you! Explore a wealth of resources, like scientific webinars and tools, participate in fun activities, and earn rewards. You could also join the PhD Program, share your project needs and receive your PhD Welcome Pack 👨🔬 Click below for your secret tool to a stress-free PhD journey! 😀 #myphdprogram #alwayscurious

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Starting your PhD can be challenging, which is why we've curated our PhD Hub just for you! Explore a wealth of resources, like scientific webinars and tools, participate in fun activities, and earn rewards. You could also join the PhD Program, share your project needs and receive your PhD Welcome Pack 👨🔬 Click below for your secret tool to a stress-free PhD journey! 😀 #myphdprogram

Starting your PhD can be challenging, which is why we've curated our PhD Hub just for you! Explore a wealth of resources, like scientific webinars and tools, participate in fun activities, and earn rewards. You could also join the PhD Program, share your project needs and receive your PhD Welcome Pack 👨🔬 Click below for your secret tool to a stress-free PhD journey! 😀 #myphdprogram

If you are (or if you know of one) a rising junior or senior undergraduate student interested in biomedical research, I highly encourage you to apply to this program! This program was my 1st wet lab experience and I truly believe was instrumental in leading me to the PhD program I am in today! #undergraduateresearch #biomedicalresearch

PhD Thesis Structure Mindmap Useful for PhD students.