A recent NSF EPSCoR-funded project highlighted a surprising gap between the goals and preparation of postdoctoral researchers. The study found that nearly seven out of ten postdocs considered explaining science to the public a key part of their future careers. Yet, a staggering six in ten reported little to no training in this vital skill.
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The 2023 New Mexico Journal of Science, published by the New Mexico Academy of Science and New Mexico EPSCoR, is now available for public viewing. This year's Journal includes poster and oral session abstracts from the 2023 New Mexico Research Symposium. Also included are four papers authored by New Mexico researchers investigating topics ranging from ocean litter to the use of local honey to treat antibiotic resistant infections.
Purpose: To invite regional universities, industry, and national labs to learn about what we are planning to do (nurture a Directed Energy Ecosystem in the SW).Event Highlights:Overview of the Directed Energy CenterTechnical/Industry/Workforce development talksNetworking
A Workshop for NM Postdocs. Science is full of groundbreaking discoveries, but how do we effectively share them with the world? This free interactive workshop, designed specifically for postdocs, will equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a confident and compelling science communicator. Travel support may be available.Workshop information
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science is pleased to announce that the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now accepting applications for the 2024 solicitation 1 cycle. Applications are due on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET.Application assistance workshop:April 18, 2024, 2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. ET
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science is pleased to announce that the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now accepting applications for the 2024 solicitation 1 cycle. Applications are due on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET.Application workshops:March 7, 2024, 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. ETApril 18, 2024, 2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. ET
NSF HSI National STEM Resource Hub Capstone Conference: Adelante! Charting the Path Forward for STEM Faculty & Students at Hispanic-Serving Institutions
Sandia National Laboratories, in partnership with FedTech, is excited to announce the launch of the DOE Boost platform - an initiative that brings national labs, startups, academia, and entrepreneurs together to find solutions to big community-based energy challenges.This unique program offers an extraordinary opportunity for highly talented entrepreneurs to leverage DOE's extensive portfolio of intellectual property across their national laboratory network.
Three days of events! National Day of Racial HealingJanuary 16, 4 PM - 9 PM:Free to registerFree childcare providedFlamenco dance performanceTelemundo broadcastFacilitated discussionDinner providedTwo Worlds & High Desert PlaybackJanuary 17, 4 PM - 8 PM:
Hey, New Mexico students! Don’t have time to go looking for summer internships? No problem, we’ve done it for you.Undergraduate StudentsNew Mexico INBRE NISE-Summer Bootcamp ProgramWho: This program is open to undergraduate students at all New Mexico or RAIN institutions except NMSU and UNM.