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Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 11/04/2021 - 00:00

Through the University of Colorado Cancer Center's Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates (CREU), every summer 23 college undergraduate students are given the opportunity to spend ten weeks in our laboratories at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

The goal of the program is to engage scientific curiosity in the next generation of scientists, challenging qualified college undergraduates to consider a cancer-related career in the future.

Applications are typically due in January/February.

Apply now.

Fellowships are open to:

Currently enrolled college undergraduates – including seniors
Minority and disadvantaged students are encouraged to apply
You must be a US citizen to apply

What to know about the Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates:

All activities are subject to whether the campus is under Covid restrictions or not.
Fellows work full-time for approximately ten weeks during the summer from June 1 – August 4, 2022.
Fellows may not combine their research work with other significant work commitments or daytime class work.
Stipends are paid in monthly installments through direct deposit as fellows complete their program requirements.
A housing allowance may be provided on an as-needed basis. Housing options will be sent to accepted trainees. A Facebook page of admitted students will be set up in the Spring. You may also find a roommate there.
Fellows must commit to completing program requirements, including attending orientation and weekly lectures and events, writing a project proposal, and presenting a final poster at the poster session. Students who cannot attend the poster session are required to write a final paper.

Questions? Contact Jill.Penafiel@cuanschutz.edu

Find out more on the CU Denver Anschutz website

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Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center Internships and Volunteering

Anonymous — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 19:28:27 +0000

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center Internships and Volunteering Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 02/02/2021 - 12:28

Internship and volunteer opportunities for students at The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center (CWWC).

These opportunities are geared towards students pursuing an education and career in Zoology, Wildlife Biology, Animal care, Ecology, Veterinary Science or a related field such as Forestry and others.

We are an AZA certified facility (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) which allows students to earn college credits while also gaining hands on experience.

In addition, we are an SSP (Species Survival Plan) and WTA (Wildlife Trafficking Alliance) organization.

https://www.wolfeducation.org/

Accpeting Interns and Non-committed Volunteers for 2021!

Our mission:

Educating the public through tours and education programs about the importance of wolves, coyote and fox to our ecosystem.
Educate the public about the importance of preservation and conversation of the forests, land, and water that support wildlife, flora, and fauna for future generations.
Provide natural habitats and exceptional lives for the animals entrusted to our care, since they cannot live in the wild

Some of the benefits students receive are:

Learning about wild canids
Animal husbandry/Welfare/and Management
Safety of animals, staff and public protocols along with CPR & First Aid classes
Free monthly vet classes
Public speaking/animal photography/computer work
Forest mitigation
Food preparation
And so much more…

This is a wonderful opportunity for students to get engaged in the field while continuing their education. We offer 3/6/9 month programs.

Please feel free to contact Suzanne for further information at:

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center (719) 687-9742 Suzanne@wolfeducation.org

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CU - Graduate Experience for Multicultural Students (GEMS)

Anonymous — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 19:28:27 +0000

CU - Graduate Experience for Multicultural Students (GEMS) Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 02/02/2021 - 12:28

CU Anschutz - Graduate Experience for Multicultural Students (GEMS)

Summer 2021 application deadline = February 1st.

The goal of the GEMS Program is to provide summer research opportunities in basic and translational researchin the areas of Heart, Lung and Blood Diseases. The GEMS Program comprises two components, one is made up of undergraduate students and the other, known as GEMS-HP, consists of students currently enrolled in Health Professional training.

The overarching goal of the GEMS program is to support the development of future biomedical scientists by providing undergraduate students with research opportunities and exposure to the realistic lifestyle of biomedical research. Therefore we are looking for students who plan to pursue a lifelong career in research.

Selected undergraduate GEMS interns will participate in an intense ten-week summer research internship program, from June 1 through August 7, 2020. The program will consist of lectures, professional-development workshops, and a mentored laboratory research assignment. Participating laboratories are drawn from basic science as well as clinical science Departments at the UC-Denver Anschutz Medical Campus (UCD-AMC) performing research relating to heart, lung and blood (HLB) diseases such as cardiovascular disease (CVD), vasculopathies, pulmonary inflammation, acute lung injury, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, cystic fibrosis, stem cell regenerative medicine (as it relates to HLB applications), COPD, pulmonary hypertension and pediatric pulmonary disease (i.e Bronchopulmonary dysplasia). Research projects in the fields of biochemistry, molecular genetics, cell and developmental biology, human medical genetics, immunology, microbiology and molecular biology in the context of an Heart, Blood or Lung diseases are common.

As of January 2021, we anticipate operating the summer of 2021 GEMS program on campus from June 1 – August 6. We encourage all students to apply. However, because of the unpredictability of the pandemic, we may need to run the program remotely or possibly cancel the program for all but University of Colorado Denver and Anschutz Medical Campus students. Please check this page for updates.

The program will include:

Lectures in basic principles of biochemistry and molecular biology
Training in Responsible Conduct of Research
Faculty research seminars in various disciplines
An eight-week laboratory research project
Academic skills workshops
Group social events

Eligibility

Students from around the nation (continental US and US territories) are welcome to apply. GEMS interns are selected on the basis of interest in biomedical science research careers, academic achievement and inclusion in an underrepresented group or category (first generation college attendee, low income, financial need, or ethnic identity as African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Alaska Native, or Southeast Asian, Pacific Islander). Successful undergraduate applicants will have completed two years of college and demonstrated aptitude in one or more laboratory science courses. Those who will have already graduated by the start of the program and international students (with student visas) are not eligible.

Accepted students must agree to attend the entire length of the program and commit full-time. Students will not be allowed to take extended vacation or days off during the program period. Please note that all of the following components must be received by the deadline, February 1st, in order for the applicantion to be considered:

Undergraduate transcripts (official or unofficial) showing a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and 3.2 in sciences;
Two (2) letters of recommendation from professors or advisors (at least one from a science professor);
A personal statement of interest in graduate education, with future career goals and a description of how the GEMS Program fits into your career goals;
Completion of the online application form.

Evaluation

With guidance from their research mentor, GEMS interns will write a manuscript -style report of their research results and deliver their research findings in a 15-minute oral presentation. Undergraduate GEMS students will be evaluated on their written and oral presentations and their overall participation and performance throughout the summer. The student with the best overall performance will be awarded a paid trip to a national scientific conference to present their summer research project.

Stipend / Living Allowance

Undergraduate GEMS interns will receive a stipend/living allowance of $4000. Out-of-State GEMS participants will be housed in shared student dormitories on a nearby undergraduate campus. Students will need to pay for their meals and for a portion of the room and board expenses (approx. $500.00) out of the stipend but GEMS Program staff will set-up the housing accommodations.

Transportation

Interns will receive round-trip transportation to and from Denver. Airfare will be paid by the GEMS program and students who choose to drive to Denver can be reimbursed for mileage up to the cost of the airfare for the equivalent trip.

Learn more and Apply!

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CSU Research Experience for Undergrads - Biochem and Molecular Bio

Anonymous — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 19:28:27 +0000

CSU Research Experience for Undergrads - Biochem and Molecular Bio Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 02/02/2021 - 12:28

Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Molecular Biosciences

June 1, 2021 – August 5, 2021

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Colorado State University, with financial support from the National Science Foundation, offers undergraduate students opportunities for independent research projects in molecular biosciences including:

• Gene expression analyses
• Chromatin structure/function
• Protein characterization and manipulation
• Cell molecular architecture
• Tumor virus molecular biology
• Molecular mechanisms of ion channels and neurotransmitter release
• Protein folding, structure and function
• Molecular neurobiology
• Developmental mechanisms
• Proteomics
• Detection of food-borne pathogens
• Plant molecular biology and metabolism
• Cardiovascular physiology and development
• DNA repair and telomeres in cancer and aging
• Prions in neurodegenerative diseases

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, with financial support from the National Science Foundation, offers qualified undergraduates from throughout the country the opportunity to conduct research projects in biochemistry and molecular biology for ten weeks each summer.

This program allows students to participate in active research in a wide range of areas, including protein structure and function, transcriptional mechanisms, molecular neurobiology, regulation of gene expression in a chromatin context, cancer biology, plant biology, embryonic development, diabetes, cytoskeleton dynamics, and virology.

Students will be involved in exciting and interesting projects at the very edge of our current knowledge in these areas. They will learn how to formulate and test hypotheses, how to problem-solve and troubleshoot, and how to use state-of-the-art techniques and instrumentation including analytical ultracentrifugation and X-ray crystallography. A significant number of participants in this program have published the results of their projects in scientific journals.

Each student is assigned to a specific faculty member’s research laboratory, where the student works closely with the faculty mentor, post-doctoral associates, and graduate students.

Click here for the list of potential mentors and projects available summer 2019. The student participates fully in the life of the mentor’s lab. In addition, there are informal meetings of all program participants to exchange information on the research being done and to discuss areas of biochemistry/molecular biology that are of particular interest and excitement. There are also weekly meetings at which various scientists describe the latest advances in their own research or career opportunities in biomedical or biotechnology fields. Informal evening or weekend social, recreational, and cultural events with program participants and faculty provide for relaxation. The summer experience is capped by a mini-symposium at which program participants present a poster/report on their project and receive certificates of completion for the program.

Learn more and Apply!

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��Ҵ�ý�ƽ��- Summer Multicultural Access to Research Training Program (SMART)

Anonymous — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 19:28:27 +0000

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SMART Program Information

The Summer Multicultural Access to Research Training (SMART) program is intended for undergraduate students who are interested in preparing for graduate degrees in science, math and engineering. SMART offers students the opportunity to conduct research under the guidance of a faculty mentor, and participate in workshops designed to strengthen scientific writing and oral presentation skills.

SMART interns earn upper-division undergraduate credit in independent study, and receive a stipend, room and board, and travel expenses.

SMART Academic Areas

Interns may conduct research in 18 academic areas. These areas include:

You may use the links to learn more about the departments, faculty, and research areas.

*Students with an interest in the Neuroscience program at CU-Boulder are advised to choose "Life Sciences" as their primary research field when submitting an application through the Leadership Alliance SR-EIP website. CU-Boulder is not an option when applying to any of the Psychology disciplines on the SR-EIP website. We do read applications carefully, however, and we will be sure to match yours specifically to your desired field when it is under review.

Application Deadline and Submission Information

For the 2021 SMART Program, applicants must apply through the Leadership Alliance Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP). SMART students will be selected by CU faculty from the pool of accepted applicants to the Leadership Alliance SR-EIP. Please go to the Leadership Alliance SR-EIP website for more information on how to register and apply. The application deadline is February 1, 2021.

For more information, please contact the SMART office at the University of Colorado at Boulder:

303-492-4607
303-735-2944 (fax)
or smart@Colorado.edu

Learn More and Apply!

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Butterfly Pavilion Internship Opportunities

Anonymous — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 19:28:27 +0000

Butterfly Pavilion Internship Opportunities Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 02/02/2021 - 12:28

The butterfly pavilion is located in Westminster, Colorado. They offer internship opportunities in science education as well as internships focused on the care of insects, marine invertebrates and plants.

Butterfly Pavilion internships are typically unpaid, part-time, and seasonal, requiring a commitment of 2 – 3 days per week for 3 – 5 months with the following application deadlines, unless otherwise specified:

Spring Application – Nov. 1
Summer Application – April 1
Fall Application – July 1

Learn more: https://www.butterflies.org/internships/

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Prairie Dog Monitoring

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 01:07:48 +0000

Prairie Dog Monitoring Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 03/17/2020 - 19:07

Prairie Dog Job Description

Location: Volunteers will help monitor Prairie Dog colonies North of the Boulder Reservoir
Date: June, July, and August 2019

Time Commitment

Commitment to a minimum of 6 – 4 hour Prairie Dog Monitoring Shifts from approximately, 5:45 to 9:45AM.
Additionally, volunteers are asked to attend a 1 hour training prior to the Prairie Dog monitoring shift.

Summary:

Volunteers will be assigned to count and record Prairie Dog numbers in a specified location North of the Boulder Reservoir.

Duties and Responsibilities

Attend a training to monitor Prairie Dogs in a specific portion of the natural area located to the North of the Boulder Reservoir
Observe and record the number of Prairie Dogs present during each 4 hour monitoring shift
Provide accurate Prairie Dog observations to the Parks and Recreation’s Natural Lands staff
Sign up for a minimum of 6 volunteer shifts using CountMeIn
Record the number of hours they volunteers in CountMeIn volunteer profile

Requirements

Complete volunteer application to express interest and potentially interview with Natural Area staff prior to volunteer training
Experience using binoculars
Wildlife monitoring experience is highly encouraged
Attend volunteer training OR shadow Natural Area staff prior to their first shift volunteering alone

Training

A one hour training OR shadowing Natural Area staff is required prior to the first Prairie Dog volunteer shift.

Support

Volunteers will be trained by the Boulder Parks and Recreation’s Natural Area’s crew. The Natural Area staff will be present at each of the monitoring activities. Volunteers will also report their hours and projects with City of Boulder’s Parks and Recreation’s Volunteer Service’s staff via CountMeIn Boulder. Volunteer Service’s staff can assist volunteers with using CountMeIn as needed.

Benefits of Volunteering

Working in a fun, relaxed environment with Natural Area’s Staff
Contributing to 15 years of Prairie Dog Monitoring Data used to measure the impact and direction of Parks and Recreation’s management actions at the Boulder Reservoir.
Donuts are provided at the start of every shift
All volunteers receive a Popsocket and snacks during the training
Volunteers who sign up for 6 shifts or more will receive an Ecovessel water bottle
Volunteers receive free day pass to the Boulder Reservoir for every 3 shifts they volunteer for!

Dress Code

Monitoring takes place outdoors and volunteers will be walking through tall grasses to complete the monitoring. Volunteers should wear long pants and closed toed shoes. All volunteers should bring their own binoculars and adequate water for their shift. Bring rattlesnake gaiters if you have them – gaiters will be provided for volunteers who need them.

Contact

If you have any questions or would like more information about volunteering for this event please contact, Cassy Bohnet at bohnetc@bouldercoloaro.gov or 303-441-4404.

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Summer 2020 Niwot Ridge LTER Technician Jobs

Anonymous — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 16:01:34 +0000

Summer 2020 Niwot Ridge LTER Technician Jobs Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 03/09/2020 - 10:01

Spend the summer working at the Niwot Ridge Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) project’s high-altitude field site above Boulder, Colorado! The Niwot Ridge LTER is an integrated research community in which scientists are studying animals, plants, climate, hydrology, limnology, biogeochemistry and more with the goal of understanding ecological processes in highelevation mountain ecosystems, particularly in the context of changing climatic conditions.

Summer field techs work independently or with small teams on a variety of projects, including animal and plant surveys, alpine lake sampling and meteorological instrument installation and maintenance, as well as some data entry and lab work. Positions are from late June to the end of August, with some flexibility depending on availability and project needs, and will average 36-40 hours per week with pay beginning at $15/hr. Daily transportation via shuttle from Boulder to and from the CU Mountain Research Station (north of Nederland) will be available.

Applicants must be able to hike and work outdoors at a high altitude in rugged and often cold, windy, or stormy conditions. Previous experience with field work is a plus. Undergraduates, recent graduates and graduate students in biology, ecology, environmental science, geography, geology and related fields are encouraged to apply.

Applications are due March 30, 2020 and should include a single pdf document with (1) answers to all the application questions and (2) CV outlining education and relevant work or volunteer experience and contact information for at least two professional references. Please name the application document as your last name and email it or any questions to: nwtfield@colorado.edu

Application Questions:

Why are you interested in this position? Why do you think you would be a good fit for this job? What will you bring to the job that other applicants may not?
Describe relevant experience you have through, e.g. jobs, volunteering, course work, outdoor recreation and any outdoor safety certifications (wilderness first aide, AIARE, etc.).
Are you willing to work on a variety of projects as needed, including plant and animal surveys, lake sampling, instrument maintenance and implementation, and data entry/lab work?
Are you capable of performing a physically demanding job and working outdoors at a high elevation in an environment where there is lots of sun exposure and often cold, windy, stormy weather?
Are you able and comfortable performing tasks while aboard two-person inflatable rafts (rowing, lifting anchors, and collecting measurements)?
Will you be available to work for 36-40 hours per week, Monday through Friday?
What is the earliest date you will be available to start working and the latest date you will be available to continue working?

More information on the Niwot Ridge LTER and the Mountain Research Station here:

https://nwt.lternet.edu/ or /mrs/

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Anschutz - Psychiatry Research Program

Anonymous — Tue, 14 Jan 2020 15:46:28 +0000

Anschutz - Psychiatry Research Program Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 01/14/2020 - 08:46

The Psychiatric Undergraduate Research Program and Learning Experience (PURPLE) is an internship opportunity for individuals pursuing an undergraduate degree or who have recently graduated with their Bachelor's degree. PURPLE is designed to introduce young people to the field of mental health by encouraging participation in supervised research activities.

Student interns for this 12-week program are selected on a competitive basis. Ours is the only program at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus that provides: 1) clinical research mentorship, 2) to undergraduate students and 3) with a focus on mental health.

During the program, applicants will have the opportunity to learn about the CU Department of Psychiatry’s research mission: to promote brain health for all, for life. Each intern is paired with a faculty mentor to develop a research project, conduct clinical observations, and to discuss career options. Workshops on basic scientific research skills and professional development are also offered. Besides building a pipeline for future mental health professionals, the program also allows faculty mentors to further develop their mentoring skills and to provide an opportunity to share their expertise and knowledge.

Application

Due to COVID-19, we are currently reviewing our availability to accept new students for the summer of 2021. We will provide regular updates to this page, as well as an updated application, by end of February 2021, if we have additional openings for this year. Thank you for your understanding.

Please note that based on feedback from previous cohorts, this is an intensive program requiring a significant time commitment. If selected, students should plan their other summer commitments accordingly.

Applicant Eligibility: This year, we are recruiting nine highly qualified undergraduate students for the 12-week program. Competitive applicants will: A) Have a cumulative GPA of >2.75; B) have taken at least one college statistics course; and C) have an interest in pursuing graduate school or careers related to behavioral health, psychiatry, or psychology.

The application deadline is Monday, March 16th, 2020 by midnight (MST). Submissions received after this deadline will not be accepted. See page 2 in the application packet for more details.

COVID-19 Update: Due to University policies in response to COVID-19, the University of Colorado has discontinued a number of on-campus activities for the time being. Modifications to the PURPLE program have been made in response to University policies.

Learn more about this internship!

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Colorado RNA Bioscience Summer Program (discontinued 2021)

Anonymous — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:15:33 +0000

Colorado RNA Bioscience Summer Program (discontinued 2021) Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 01/09/2020 - 09:15

University of Colorado School of Medicine RNA Bioscience Initiative Summer Internship Program
Hands-on, mentored research opportunities in RNA Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genomics, and Bioinformatics

The RNA Bioscience Initiative (RBI) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in the Denver metro area offers a summer research internship program in the areas of RNA Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genomics, and Bioinformatics. Interns are matched with one of the faculty from the biomedical research departments on the campus, including researchers studying fundamental aspects of biology and the molecular bases of cancer, developmental biology, autoimmunity, and infectious disease. Undergraduate students with a strong interest in RNA research are encouraged to apply for this program. The program is especially intended for undergrads wishing to gain more research experience in advance of applying to graduate school. Applicants may designate three preferred potential mentors from RBI faculty or they may contact an RBI faculty member ahead of applying to pre-arrange an internship match (please note this on the application). All matches are made only after selection from the entire applicant pool. The RNA Bioscience Initiative was started with a $20 million award from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in 2016. The mission of the RBI is to create and expand a vibrant center of discovery and innovation in RNA research, diagnostics and therapy. Our goal is to provide a fluid pipeline from basic to clinical RNA research on our campus and beyond.

Important Information:

2021 APPLICATION CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO COVID-19

Previous program information see here.

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Colorado

Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates

Fellowships are open to:

What to know about the Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates:

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Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center Internships and Volunteering

Internship and volunteer opportunities for students at The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center (CWWC).

Accpeting Interns and Non-committed Volunteers for 2021!

Our mission:

Some of the benefits students receive are:

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CU - Graduate Experience for Multicultural Students (GEMS)

Eligibility

Evaluation

Stipend / Living Allowance

Transportation

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CSU Research Experience for Undergrads - Biochem and Molecular Bio

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

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SMART Academic Areas

Application Deadline and Submission Information

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Butterfly Pavilion Internship Opportunities

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Prairie Dog Monitoring

Prairie Dog Job Description

Time Commitment

Summary:

Duties and Responsibilities

Requirements

Training

Support

Benefits of Volunteering

Dress Code

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Summer 2020 Niwot Ridge LTER Technician Jobs

Application Questions:

More information on the Niwot Ridge LTER and the Mountain Research Station here:

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Anschutz - Psychiatry Research Program

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Colorado RNA Bioscience Summer Program (discontinued 2021)

University of Colorado School of Medicine RNA Bioscience Initiative Summer Internship Program Hands-on, mentored research opportunities in RNA Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genomics, and Bioinformatics

Important Information:

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University of Colorado School of Medicine RNA Bioscience Initiative Summer Internship Program
Hands-on, mentored research opportunities in RNA Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genomics, and Bioinformatics