Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists 2025! Application is now open


SciLifeLab and Science magazine/AAAS have joined forces in creating a global prize awarding the best PhD thesis work in life science in a bid to support young scientists early in their careers. An essay based on the thesis is submitted to the editorial board of Science and four winners are selected each year.

As a winner, you will have your essay published by Science, receive up to 30,000 USD and be invited to Sweden where you receive your award, present your research and meet with leading scientists in your field. The award banquet is held in the Hall of Mirrors at Grand Hôtel, the original venue of the Nobel Prize.

The prize is awarded annually to one young scientist for outstanding life science research for which they were awarded a doctoral degree in the previous two years. The topic of the entrant's thesis research must be in one of the following categories: Cell and Molecular Biology; Genomics, Proteomics, and Systems Biology approaches; Ecology and​ Environment; Molecular Medicine. Eligible entrants must have been awarded their doctoral degree in 2023 or 2024, and the subject of their thesis should match one of the Subject Tracks. The winners from each category will compete for the grand prize.

Prize money: USD 30,000 for the grand prize winner, USD 10,000 for each of the category winners.

All federal, state and local taxes, and any other costs and expenses associated with the receipt or use of the prize are the sole responsibility of the winner.

Publication: The grand prize-winning essay will be published in Science, and essays from the each of the category winners will be published online.

Eligibility and entry procedures can be found here

Please use SciLifeLabPrize@aaas.org for enquiries, questions or concerns.

Deadline for Entries: submission period for this year’s prize ends on 15 July 2025.

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Monday, April 28 · 10 AM - 2 PM
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We're back to brewing up some free coffee every Monday from 10am-2pm, come join us in Commons 308 for your fresh cup! While supplies last. 

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This is it your last chance to step up, lead, and make your voice count!

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is closing nominations for the Graduate Senate. If you've been thinking about running, now is the time to act. Don’t miss the opportunity to shape the graduate experience for over 2,500 students at UMBC.

Why Run?
 Develop impactful leadership skills
 Influence campus-wide decisions
 Be part of a passionate, change-making team
 And yes it’s a paid position!

Open Position:

  • Graduate Senate – Advocate for your department and fellow graduate students

Submit Your Nomination Today:


Senate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsTgHcAaB7oYHSHGf1GHBvvdACumKChvnvP1DUObtYqbBj-g/viewform?usp=dialog

Deadline: Thursday, April 24 at 11:59 PM

This is your opportunity to lead with purpose and leave your mark on UMBC. Don't miss out!

If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact the GSA Election Committee Chairs:

Aijaz Shaik – rx21259@umbc.edu


Eswari Harika Bathina–dg18853@umbc.edu

Let this be your moment to lead, represent, and inspire. Your graduate community needs YOU!

#UMBCGSA #LeadWithGSA #MakeADifference

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RSVP TODAY for our end of the year Celebration & Awards! 

Student Belonging (formerly known as Initiatives for Identity, Inclusion, & Belonging, or i3b) in the Division of Student Affairs has hosted celebration ceremonies for Latinx, Black, and LGBTQIA+ / queer students for several years. This year, we are excited to add the Asian Cultural Celebration & Awards to the lineup. These three affinity events will honor and celebrate the achievements of UMBC's outstanding community members and graduating students.

Inaugural Asian Cultural Celebration & Awards

5th Annual Black & Latine/x Celebration & Awards

12th Annual Lavender Celebration & Awards

Please see the individual events for further details and information. 


Light refreshments and appetizers will be served starting at 5:30 pm for all graduates and guests in attendance. 

For those interested in attending, please see our myUMBC post for our RSVP Forms. These forms are designed to collect RSVPs from graduates, their guests, and community members. Graduates will also have the chance to share details about their achievements and degrees. Graduates who RSVP by Monday, April 28th at 6 PMwill be recognized during the event and will receive honorary graduation cords. Each event has its own RSVP form, so please refer to the specific event pages for details on dress code, arrival times, and other event-related information.

If you have any questions, please email Angelina R. Jenkins, Assistant Director for The Mosaic: Center for Cultural Diversity at arjenkins@umbc.edu. 


These events are open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy. 

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Would you like to meet with the Associate Dean of the Graduate School? Do you have a concern or kudos that you would like to share with them? 

They want to hear from you! 

There is now a regular opportunity to meet with leadership of the Graduate School @ UMBC:

Tea with Interim Associate Dean Hamilton Edwards:
Tuesdays from 2-3pm.

Virtual or in office for tea and snacks. 
Sign up here or use the qrcode, not a drop in.
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Baltimore Underground Science Space (BUGSS) is a non-profit public laboratory offering science communication outreach. They are hosting a Science Slam at Red Emma's on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM and would love it if you could join us as a presenter! 

They are almost at capacity for this event and are looking for 2 additional speakers. However, they hope to hold these events quarterly. If you are interested, please reach out and they will note you down for a future event.

Sign up to give a quick 5-minute presentation on your research. This is a perfect opportunity for undergraduate or graduate students. The subject can be any STEM topic of your choosing. The event is geared to the general public. We can help you with tailoring your talk to this audience if needed. If you’re unavailable, we’re happy to work with someone in your research group to give a talk. If you have more questions, please review our FAQ sheet (PDF attached). 

If interested in giving a talk, please email INFO@bugssonline.org!  

If you'd like to join the event as an attendee rather than a speaker, please register here or share with others: Science Slam at Red Emmas! Tickets, Sat, Jun 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite 



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Still thinking about running for a GSA Senate position? Now’s your chance we’ve extended the deadline! If you've been waiting for the right moment to step up and make a difference at UMBC, this is it. The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is giving you a few extra days to be the voice of over 2,500 graduate students and shape the future of student life on campus.

Why Should You Run?
  • Build standout leadership skills
  • Influence real decisions that impact graduate students
  • Work with a passionate, supportive team
  • And yes it’s a paid position!
Available Position:
  • Graduate Senate – Represent your department or college and advocate for your peers.
Nominate Yourself Now:


Deadline: Thursday, April 24 at 11:59 PM

Leadership starts with a single step this is yours. Let your voice be heard.
Represent. Inspire. Lead.

If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact the GSA Election Committee Chairs:

#UMBCGSA #LeadWithGSA #MakeADifference

Best regards,
GSA Election Committee 2025
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The Graduate School is excited to invite all University System of Maryland graduate students and postdocs to Rest, Reflect, & Rise: A Social Wellness Event for Scholars, taking place on Thursday, May 9, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at STAMP (TerpZone), University of Maryland, College Park.

This event is designed to promote community, connection, and well-being among scholars through a variety of engaging wellness activities, including:

 Mindful Tea Workshop
 Mindful Moments Walk
 R&B Yoga
 Community-Building Activities: Bowling, Line Dancing 101, & Spades Tournament
Students can learn more about the event by going here or visiting: https://gradschool.umd.edu/restreflectrise

This is a wonderful opportunity for graduate students and postdocs across the University System of Maryland to take a break, recharge, and connect with peers in a fun and supportive environment.

Space is limited, so we are asking students to please RSVP by May 2 to secure your spot: RSVP here.
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I am excited to let you know that we have officially relaunched GradSense, a website designed to provide current and prospective graduate students with essential financial information on a variety of topics, including the value of pursuing an advanced degree.

In September 2024, CGS received new funding from TIAA to update and expand the promotion of GradSense to help students make informed decisions about their educational and financial futures.  The relaunched site features a variety of exciting updates, including an updated debt and salary calculator that helps students better understand the return on investment for different types of degrees. 

The re-launch of GradSense this month coincides with both National Financial Literacy Month and the Resolution Regarding Graduate Scholars, Fellows, Trainees, and Assistants (April 15th resolution), underscoring the importance of giving students the information they need to navigate their financial futures.

As part of our outreach efforts, we will be sharing the updated GradSense site with National Name Exchange students. We have also created a GradSense Toolkit that you may wish to use in promoting GradSense with your current or prospective students. I encourage you to forward this message and share the toolkit with your staff and administrators, program directors, student organizations, admissions offices, career centers, advisors, etc., to help students who are considering graduate school. 

We are deeply grateful to TIAA for their generous support and look forward to seeing how GradSense can support your efforts to promote the value of graduate education.

Sincerely,

Suzanne T. Ortega
President
Council of Graduate Schools
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