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2020 Life Science Innovation Northwest - Virtual

Thu, Jul 16 2020 to Fri, Jul 17 2020

Save the date for the Pacific Northwest's biggest annual life science conference . A two-day event bringing together investors, public and private life science organizations, research institutions, scientists, entrepreneurs, and the global health community to discuss and feature some of the most compelling technology breakthroughs of our time.

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American Society for Microbiology Conference for Undergraduate Educators - now VIRTUAL

Wed, Jul 8 2020 to Thu, Jul 9 2020

The ASM Conference for Undergraduate Educators (ASMCUE) is driven by, for, and with the community! Microbiology and biology educators gather to learn best practices and classroom strategies, hear biology education research updates, and meet new colleagues who teach the same classes. Join us and come learn from your peers and network with like-minded educators.

Plan now to contribute to ASMCUE by submitting a proposal for a concurrent education session, workshop, education research poster, short tips & tools talk ("microbrew"), or dissemination station! ... Read more

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BioQuest: Cultivating Scientific Curiosity Summer Workshop 2020

Tue, Jul 7 2020 to Fri, Aug 7 2020

Come to the BioQUEST/QUBES Summer Workshop to explore how different styles of undergraduate research experiences (UREs) intersect with good pedagogical practices, increase quantitative biology skills, and promote inclusivity and diversity. We will also explore and some of the key challenges around these important issues in teaching including mentoring, logistics, and funding. This workshop is appropriate for faculty from all types of undergraduate institutions, including community colleges, PUIs, and MSIs. The workshop supports interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly between life ... Read more

HSI, MSI, HBCU Faculty Development Opportunity

Mon, Jun 29 2020 to Tue, Jun 30 2020

DARE (Data Analysis Research Experience) is an NSF-funded workshop will train faculty in best practices for quantitative reasoning instruction. Attendees will return home and be able to serve as leaders on their home campus for a hands-on approach to quantitative reasoning skills.

The workshop is designed to show faculty how to infuse data analysis into their course instruction and their training focuses largely on showcasing survey research activity that makes use of Google forms and spreadsheets. Faculty is welcomed from a wide range of disciplines, such as sociology, psychology, ... Read more
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Webinar 13: Algal Biotechnology Education and Training: ATEC's support for the post COVID-19 bioeconomy

Fri, Jun 26 2020
algae experiments

Algae have become increasingly popular in biotechnology for multiple purposes. They are used to manufacture products like nutritional supplements, oils, dyes, and textiles. Companies use algae to treat wastewater, capture carbon, and provide fertilizer. Adidas even makes a running shoe with foam from algae. Learn more about algae companies and what they do .

Speakers : Ira Levine, PhD, Professor, Natural & Applied Sciences, and Fulbright Scholar and Schonna Manning, PhD, University of Texas ... Read more

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Webinar 12: Teaching Biotech from a Distance - Microbiology Online

Fri, Jun 19 2020
Sarcina flava colonies on blood agar from the CDC/ Dr. V.R. Dowell 1976

Some of us use microbiology regularly in our kitchens for baking bread or making yogurt. Many people even make their own beer and wine. Still, even as a microbiologist, I never considered teaching Microbiology through distance learning. Ms. Consani is the first person I've met who does this. She has taught Microbiology online for the past five years using a kit from https://www.scienceinteractive.com/lab-kits/ in addition to seven years of experience teaching online labs in general biology and histology.

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Addressing STEM Workforce Needs in a Virtual World – How ATE Grants Can Help and Why You Should Apply

Wed, Jun 17 2020
Artwork - The future is bright

This webinar is designed to provide an introduction to the NSF ATE program and to encourage colleges to submit ATE proposals by the October 1, 2020 deadline. If you have colleagues that may find this information of interest and could benefit from applying for ATE funding, please share this information with them. We thank you for your assistance!

Addressing STEM Workforce Needs in a Virtual World – How ATE Grants Can Help and Why You Should Apply Wednesday, June 17, 2020 • 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (EDT)

For more than 25 years, the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological ... Read more

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ATE Grant Mentoring Workshop

Sun, Jun 14 2020 to Thu, Jun 18 2020

Do you have an idea but need funding? Participants in this ATE grant writing workshop will learn about the NSF Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program and how to most effectively apply for grant funding. Faculty must propose a specific project to improve an ATE-eligible technical program in a one page proposal. Full-time STEM discipline faculty involved in technician education programs from two-year colleges are eligible to apply. Two faculty per college are eligible and colleges may also send a grant writer as a ... Read more

Webinar 11: Teaching Biotech from a Distance - Analyzing biomanufacturing data

Fri, Jun 12 2020
Six protective antibodies bound to HIV fusion structure

Antibodies are one of the most common products made by biotech companies. They are used to provide passive immunity to certain kinds of viruses and some bacterial toxins. They are used to treat many forms of cancer. At least 41 companies are currently working to develop, test for, or isolate antibodies against COVID-19 .

A few weeks ago, we heard Dr. Margaret Bryans from the Northeast Biomanufacturing Center and Collaborative (NBC2), at Montgomery County Community College, ... Read more

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NOW VIRTUAL: InnovATEBIO High School Workshop

Wed, Jun 10 2020 to Thu, Jul 23 2020

NOTE - this week's schedule is now online! Live presentations from vendors are this Thursday.

Live Biotechnology Vendor Sessions, July 23rd Time (all times are in Central Daylight Time) Company 10:30 - 11:15 am MiniOne Systems 11:15 - 12:00 pm Bio-Rad 12:00 - 12:45 pm Pasco 12:45 - 1:30 pm LabXchange 1:30 - 2:15 pm MiniPCRbio 2:15 - 3:00 pm Carolina Biological Supply 3:00 - 3:45 pm iGEM

Are you a high school teacher who would like to teach biotechnology? Or an experienced high school biotechnology teacher who would like to learn more or help ... Read more

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