Student Activities

Canadian Science Policy Conference
TORONTO OCTOBER 28-30

This conference represents a measured first step towards building a robust science policy network in Canada. Such a system will be critical for producing the next generation of policy-makers who understand S&T issues, as well as scientists who understand how to integrate their research into a broader societal context for the benefit of all Canadians.

http://sciencepolicy.ca/

RISING STARS OF RESEARCH
National Undergraduate Science Research Poster Competition
Check out new eligibility criteria...
Eligibility has been expanded to include students graduating in Spring 2009.

When: August 19–22, 2009
Where: The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC.

What is Rising Stars of Research?
RSR is a poster competition and gathering of Canada’s top undergraduate scientists and engineering researchers. It is a great opportunity for young researchers to participate in Canada’s only national multidisciplinary undergraduate research poster competition, and present their work to a scientific audience. Network with like-minded peers and faculty researchers who share your passion for innovation and discovery.

Travel cost (to an established maximum) and accommodation will be covered for selected students.

Who should apply?
Students enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program at any Canadian college or university, during the January–April 2009 term and who are or were involved with research projects in the science, health and technology fields.

If you have conducted a research project in your UG science or engineering program, you can apply to be accepted for one of the 100 spots in the event. Outstanding applicants will receive a $500 travel award as well as a waiver of the registration fee. All other participants will need to pay the 150$ registration fee. All 100 participants receive free room and board on the beautiful UBC Vancouver campus.

The CSBMCB will provide financial support to graduate and undergraduate student societies for a variety of activities related to biochemistry, molecular biology or cell biology. Examples of supported activities include (but are not restricted to) the following:

Scientific Symposium Days, with invited scientists speaking on subjects in the areas of biochemistry, molecular biology or cell biology.

Student Research Conferences, where students display their research work as posters, or give oral presentations.

Career Fairs or Career Workshops in areas related to biochemistry, molecular biology or cell biology.

The society will support several events each year, to a maximum of $500 per event, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Student organizations seeking financial support under this program should contact the society Secretary (see below), with a short description of the planned event and the amount of funding requested.

Dr. Albert Clark
Secretary of the CSBMCB
Professor Emeritus
Department of Biochemistry
and Pathology
Queen's University
T el. 613-533-2975
F ax 613-533-2022
Email: clarkaf@post.queensu.ca