Summer Research for Undergraduate Students in the Biological Sciences

Summer 2010 Research Opportunities for Undergraduate Students in the Biological Sciences
Microbe-Host Interactions

University College Cork - Science Foundation of Ireland UREKA Site

A UREKA Site hosted by the Alimentary Pharmabiotic Centre, the Department of Microbiology and the BioSciences Institute, is offering 12 research positions for the 12 weeks from June 14th to September 3rd 2010 in University College Cork, Ireland.

Positions are open to undergraduate students from Ireland and abroad. Undergraduate students currently in the final year of their degree are not eligible to apply. A stipend of €300 per week will be offered, and a contribution towards travel expenses will be given for international students. Student accommodation in Cork can be arranged.

The research theme of the UREKA Site is `Microbe-Host Interactions' and includes topics on interactions between bacterial, fungal cells and viruses with host cells. This UREKA Site will provide other educational events (workshops, industrial site visits) to stimulate an interest in science careers.

Applicants should view information on the specific research projects and download the application form at http://ureka.ucc.ie

Application Deadline: 5pm Monday 1st March 2010

Further information: Dr Sally Cudmore, Alimentary Pharmabiotic Centre, University College Cork. Tel: +353 21 4901320 Email: s.cudmore@ucc.ie

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