HOW TO GET INVOLVED IN RESEARCH

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Dear Dr. [PI Name], My name is [Your Name] and I am a [your year] majoring in [your major]. I am currently searching for a research opportunity in a neuroscience lab and I found out about your lab through [where you found lab]. I am looking for a lab where I can continue to work for the next [time commitment in years] and complete an independent study project for an honors thesis. [Write about any research experience or other pertinent experiences here. Also include specific interest in this lab]. I would really appreciate it if you would let me know if there are any openings in your lab for such an opportunity. I have attached my resume for your consideration. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely, [Your Name]

 1. Check listings on CURF and SER often  2. Ask your professor if they have an opening  3. Apply for as many positions as you can  4. Read relevant journal articles/attend science journal meetings  5. Pick projects/research labs you’re genuinely interested in

 6. Do your research and prepare insightful questions  7. Start during your freshman year or the summer afterwards  8. Dress appropriately for your interview  9. Thank the PI afterwards through email  10. It’s okay to decline an offer!

       Farrah: HIV/SIV, diabetes I/osteoporosis Amanda: structural biophysics, immunology, clinical/translational research Carly: sleep apnea, inflammatory bowel disease Palmila: cortical networks, drug therapy Jordyn: microbiology Diana: cancer, angiogenesis Jennifer: pharmacology, Alzheimer’s

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