Undergraduate research positions in the Truman Lab

 

Undergraduate students are invited to join the lab on a variety of exciting cancer-related projects. 

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Q. I am interested in doing undergraduate research in the Truman Lab. What do I need to do?

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Please complete the google form here. If you don't get a response in a few days, please feel free to contact Dr. Truman at atruman1@uncc.edu.

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Q. What opportunities are there?

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A. Students typically initially sign up for BIOL3900, which allows students to receive credit for research in the lab. Later on, students can also sign up for the Honors Program (BIOL4700/4701). Students who want to sign up for BIOL4700 should have completed at least one semester of BIOL3900 in the Truman Lab.

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Q. When is an ideal time to start undergraduate research?

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A. We recommend starting around sophomore year. Students often stay multiple semesters to build up a research project.

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Q. Can I work over the Summer in the Truman Lab?

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A. Yes! Several opportunities are available. The OUR and REU programs provide over $5000 to work over summer in the lab on research projects. Please see here:

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https://biology.uncc.edu/undergraduate/research-opportunities/research-experiences-undergraduates