REU Site: Molecular and Biochemical Analysis of Proteins

普渡大学已被授予本科生研究体验(REU)SITES奖，该奖项将在2012-2014年夏季为8名学生提供为期10周的研究培训。该项目为本科生提供蛋白质操作和分析方面的高级培训。它促进了对实验实验室研究的深入理解，对蛋白质生物化学的洞察，以及对更广泛的研究背景的思考。由生物化学系的教师指导的广泛的学生研究项目可供选择。例如，在细胞周期控制、染色质调节和可再生能源研究的生物学背景下研究的酶机制的实验分析、翻译后蛋白质修饰、蛋白质组学和蛋白质-核酸相互作用。在课程的第一周，以问题为基础的单元介绍了蛋白质生物化学和实验设计中的关键概念。剩下的九周强调全日制研究，并辅之以每周一次的会议，内容包括研究中的道德行为、专业交流、GRE准备和研究生院申请过程。在项目结束时，学生们将在系级研讨会和全校海报会议上展示他们的成果。该项目将招收对研究感兴趣的生命科学和化学本科生。鼓励在STEM领域属于代表性不足群体的学生申请。招生工作包括向选定的机构直接邮寄邮件，在互联网上链接到适当的专业组织的网站，以及加强与普渡大学现有项目的联系，这些项目为来自代表性不足群体的学生提供研究机会。选拔学生的标准是学业成绩、对研究表现出的兴趣，以及在生命科学领域取得杰出研究成就的潜力。将跟踪学生的职业决定，以评估研究经验的持久影响。将使用多种方法来评估该方案，包括REU通用评估工具。欲了解更多信息，请访问http://www.ag.purdue.edu/biochem/Pages/REU.aspx，或联系PI(James Forney博士，电子邮件：forney@Purdue.edu)。

A Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Sites award has been made to Purdue University that will provide research training for eight students for ten weeks during the summers of 2012-2014. The program provides advanced training for undergraduate students in the manipulation and analysis of proteins. It facilitates deep understanding of experimental laboratory research, insights into protein biochemistry, and contemplation of the broader context of research. A wide range of student research projects mentored by faculty in the Department of Biochemistry is available. Examples include the experimental analysis of enzyme mechanisms, post-translational protein modifications, proteomics, and protein-nucleic acid interactions studied in the biological context of cell cycle control, chromatin regulation, and renewable energy research. Problem-based modules presented during the first week of the program introduce key concepts in protein biochemistry and experimental design. The remaining nine weeks emphasize full-time research supplemented with weekly sessions on ethical conduct in research, professional communication, GRE preparation, and the graduate school application process. At the end of the program, students will present their results at a departmental symposium and a university-wide poster session. The program will recruit life science and chemistry undergraduates who have an interest in research. Students who are members of underrepresented groups in STEM fields are encouraged to apply. Student recruitment efforts include direct mail pieces to selected institutions, an internet presence linked to the websites of appropriate professional organization, and enhanced connections with existing Purdue University programs that promote research opportunities for students from underrepresented groups. Students are selected based on academic performance, demonstrated interest in research, and the potential for outstanding research careers in the life sciences. Student career decisions will be tracked to assess the lasting impact of the research experience. Multiple methods will be used to evaluate the program including the REU common assessment tool. More information is available by visiting http://www.ag.purdue.edu/biochem/Pages/REU.aspx, or by contacting the PI (Dr. James Forney at forney@purdue.edu).