The Leadership Alliance is pleased to announce the inaugural SYNERGI (SYnergistic Network to Enhance Research that Grows Innovation) Biomedical Career Development Workshop, Success Through SYNERGI: Taking the Next Step.

This one-day BioMedical Career Development Workshop will provide participating graduate students and advanced degree scholars with guidance for pursuing careers in academia, and the public and private sectors. Attendees will build on their skills by creating an elevator pitch, improving their CV/resume, and expanding their network of colleagues, mentors and role models.

Space is limited, so please register here ASAP. For more details, visit the event's website.

July 27 - 28, 2016
Yale University
New Haven, CT

Research Administration Newsletter for May 2016
The newsletter provides timely information on agency updates; policy and procedural information; and guidance in all aspects of sponsored project administration for Researchers and Research Administrators.

NSF CAREER Webinar
The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) is hosting access to a NSF CAREER webinar available to the Brown community through July 15, 2016. Please register here for details on how to access the recorded webinar.

K99 ‘Pathway to Independence’ Panel Discussion on June 8
This panel discussion will feature 3 Brown BioMed K99 awardees who will offer tips and advice on putting together a strong application for this competitive award. Wednesday, June 8, 3:30-5 PM, Alpert Medical School, Room 270. Click here for optional registration and to submit questions to the panel.

Resources, Tools & Techniques in Biomedical Research
This 4-part training module provides an introduction to key methodologies in modern biology and an overview of Brown University’s shared resource facilities. Visit core facilities that provide services in Biobanking, Microscopy, Structural Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Transgenics, Molecular Pathology, Proteomics, Behavioral Phenotyping, XROMM and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).  Learn the basics of how the equipment works, how the technology is used in biomedical research, and how the data can be analyzed. Thursday, June 9/16/23/30, 3-5 PM in Sidney Frank Hall, Room 218 and the Laboratories for Molecular Medicine, Room 106.

DEANS Award Translational Research Seminar
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 5:30-8 PM in the Alpert Medical Building, Case Study Room 270.

The Road Taken - Advancing Your Career in Medicine, Science, Research and Beyond
The OWIMS Annual Program will provide a forum to inform and to support women faculty, trainees and residents in their career advancement in the Division of Biology and Medicine at Brown University. Wednesday, June 15, 4-7 PM in the Alpert Medical Building, Case Study Room 170.

Visit the research facilities of New England Biolabs
Our visit will include an overview of the company and career opportunities, a tour, and Q&A with PhD researchers and staff. Round-trip transportation and lunch will be provided. Please register here. Friday, June 24, 8:30 AM-4 PM at New England Biolabs, Ipswich, MA.

For more information about events, visit the University Calendar

NIA 101: The Review Process
Dr. Chyren Hunter, Deputy Director of the Division of Extramural Activities and NIA training officer, will be featured on “NIA 101,” a webinar designed to explain the grant application and review process. Register for and view the webinar online here.
June 14, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Location online

ASM Scientific Writing and Publishing Course
This three-day face to face hands-on intensive training program in scientific writing and publishing is intended to provide intensive coaching and closely guided experience in the scientific writing and publishing process. The application deadline is June 30.
August 12-14, 2016
American Society For Microbiology Headquarters, Washington, DC

America On Tap Craft Beer Festival
Attendees will sample from 150+ craft brews in an atmosphere filled with live music, delicious food available for purchase, and great vendors. Tickets are $35-$55. Saturday, June 18, 1:30 - 6:00 PM in Roger Williams Park (Temple to Music), Providence.

TouchTomorrow
A family-friendly festival of hands-on technology and exhibits in celebration of the NASA Sample Return Robot Challenge. Saturday, June 11, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester MA.