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Programming and Opportunities

National Cancer Institute and Frederick National Laboratory Technology Showcase


September 1st from 11:45AM to 5:15PM ET
 
Join this free, half-day virtual event for:
  • Discussion with inventors from the National Cancer Institute and the Frederick National Laboratory about technologies primed for commercialization and/or collaboration
  • Panel sessions focused on technology commercialization
  • Lightning Pitch & Poster Session highlighting additional NIH technologies available for licensing and collaborative development
  • Insights into the NCI Technology Transfer Ambassadors Program
Take this opportunity to learn more about technology transfer and the opportunities available to you!
 
Registration and agenda for the Tech Showcase here!

Wellness Tip of the Week

 

Learning to unplug from work


In this Science "Working Life" column, postdoc Dr. Eric Wengert discusses his struggles with work-life balance. Even though he was keeping reasonable work hours, he found himself thinking about work well into the evening, anxiously ruminating over experiments. His approach to changing that pattern may help you!
 
Primary Resources at GU

The Pipeline Series: Science Communication
Black in Cancer Webinar


August 31st at 1PM ET


We at Black in Cancer want to inspire black undergraduate and graduate students by showcasing the work of black professionals contributing to the fight against cancer. The fourth installment of the pipeline series will be in collaboration with Nature Reviews Cancer. The editorial team will take us through their experiences as editors, what it takes to be an editor and give advice to any budding editors.

Speakers: Nature Reviews Cancer editorial team

 
RSVP for the Black in Cancer webinar with Nature Reviews Cancer here!

Science Policy Opportunities for Postdocs
AAAS S&T Policy Fellowships


September 1st at 1PM ET


Are you interested in the intersection of your work or research with policy? Wondering what it’s like to be a policy fellow, and how it might affect your career trajectory? Join us for a conversation with postdocs-turned-AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellows (STPF)!

During this one-hour session you’ll:
  • Learn about the AAAS S&T Policy Fellowships program and the 250+ scientists and engineers who spend a year contributing to policy across the federal government.
  • Meet several STPF fellows and learn how their year in Washington expanded their skills, knowledge and networks.
  • Break into groups for more personal conversation with the fellows.

Leave this session knowing what it’s like to be an STPF fellow, with additional science policy resources, and with tips for applying to this year’s application cycle.

Learn more about the NPA Science Policy webinar here!

OncoBites: Call for Volunteers


Interested in Science Communication?


OncoBites is a volunteers team of communications, cancer professionals, and research advocates who share cutting-edge cancer research with a non-specialist audience! They are currently looking for authors, editors, and a coordinator to help them with their work. If you are interested in science communication or writing, reach out to volunteer!
 

Office of Graduate Fellowships & Awards

Workshop Series


 
The GU Office of Graduate Fellowships & Awards is hosting a workshop series on how to apply for grants.

August 31st at 4PM ET | GSAS Research and Travel Grants Info Session

September 10th at 9AM ET | Introduction to Pivot

 

See the full list of grant workshops here!

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NIH OITE Webinars!



The NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education has recorded webinars on a variety of topics. Whether you are beginning your job search or wanting to hone your soft skills, they have something for you!
 
Find recordings of past events on the OITE YouTube Page | Check it out!

See the schedule of upcoming events here!
 

ATMS Project Management Tip of the Week

 

Handling Project Blockers and Impediments


Have you ever been nearing the end of a project and had an essential piece of equipment malfunction? Or maybe you've been asked to take on another project, leaving you less time to complete the first? Read the Trello article above for some advice on how to handle those pesky blockers and impediments!

Learn more project management tips and tricks through the Academy for Transferable Management Skills course!
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What am I watching this week?

This week, I'm watching Sandra Oh in "The Chair" on Netflix! In the show, she is the first women of color to chair an English department struggling with enrollment!






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