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Greetings!
As 2012 comes to a close, AWIS is looking ahead to 2013 and would like to make you aware of upcoming conferences and events.
On Friday, January 11, AWIS will host a Joint Mathematics Meeting Presentation in San Diego, CA. AWIS Past President Dr. Donna J. Dean will speak on the topic of mentoring and the importance of mentoring graduate students for a successful career, followed by an evening reception at the Marriott Marquis & Marina.
On Sunday, February 17, AWIS will be in attendance at the AAAS Annual Meeting in Boston, MA and will host an evening reception at the Sheraton Boston Hotel.
These receptions give AWIS members the opportunity to converse and collaborate with their colleagues and learn about the various programs AWIS is focusing on to advance the STEMM workplace and the impact these initiatives have on your professional career.
To register and learn more, please visit the AWIS Calendar of Events.
Best regards,
Janet
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Janet Bandows Koster
AWIS Executive Director & CEO
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Careers
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Contributed by Meghan Mott
Tips for the Currently Employed Job-Hunter
What should you say when your boss finds out you're job-hunting and confronts you about it? Being open and honest about your reasons for leaving and having a conversation about your needs are the best ways to keep your current position and count on your boss as a reference. In the meantime, commit yourself to producing quality work until you land your next position.
Caught red-handed
3 Ways to Ace Your Interview
Distinguishing yourself from a competing pool of applicants is difficult, especially if you are reserved or humble. By identifying your key messages beforehand, focusing on your tone of voice, and presenting your accomplishments, you can shape the flow of the interviewing process. Gushing self-praise isn't necessary as long as you maintain the confidence that employers are looking for in job candidates.
No bragging required
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Contributed by Jacqueline Akech
Single Gender Education Single sex education has become controversial and debatable as to whether students benefit from this type of education system. Some educators however, believe that placing students in a single sex environment promotes academic success. In a recent article, two schools in Idaho and Alabama were cited by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), implying that such programs draw on gender stereotypes, and deprive students of equal educational opportunities. Girls, boys, co-ed! Florida Proposes Tuition Reduction for STEM Majors Politicians in Florida have put forth a proposal to maintain tuition costs rates for students enrolled in STEM majors. Due to the shortage of engineers, scientists and healthcare specialists they believe that this strategy will provide skills that promote employment. Tuition budget for STEM |
| Health | |
Contributed by Lara Kallal
Prenatal Gene Tests: Identifying Potential Health Problems
Conventional screening for potential abnormalities in fetuses can generally identify around a dozen common diseases, including Down syndrome. New methodology uses gene chip technology, which can flag many more potential defects in the developing child at a slightly higher cost. Such screening may better prepare parents for future health complications facing their child.
Knowledge is power
Ibuprofen as a Preventive Measure for Athletes?
Many active individuals routinely use ibuprofen to guard against sore muscles after a workout. However, not only does prolonged exercise contribute to intestinal trauma, but studies indicate that those taking ibuprofen concurrently with exercise regimens have enhanced markers indicating intestinal leakage. Indeed, such bacterial infiltration results in systemic inflammation, a condition that is meant to be counteracted by ibuprofen.
Athletes take heed
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| Science and Technology |
Contributed by Demetra Farley
Questioning NIH Funding of "Safe Science" Scientists often dream in grandeur, longing to make discoveries capable of changing the world. But does the current funding paradigm allow for such far-reaching pursuits? According to Stanford University's Dr. John Ioannidis, co-author of the recently published Nature article, "Research Grants: Conform and be Published", the answer is a resounding no. Dr. Ioannidis and others show that most globally impactful scientists are rarely awarded grants through the NIH. NIH funds promoting mediocrity?
Female Scientists Further BAT Studies Leading female scientists from the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston, MA, have discovered a role for brown adipose tissue (BAT) in glucose tolerance and metabolism. In a study from the Journal of Clinical Investigation, Dr. Laurie Goodyear and Dr. Kristin Stanford showed that BAT, transplanted into mice increased the production of cytokines and factors linked to energy production and weight loss. Study unveils novel metabolite: BAT |
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Contributed by Catherine Moorwood
Does Flexible Work Just Mean More Work? A recent study from the University of Texas disputes the benefits of working from home. Researchers found that telecommuting employees add 5-7 hours to their working week. They are also more likely to work while sick or on vacation, and to have difficulty separating work and home life. Always on 5 Tips for Beating Seasonal Stresses Too often the holiday season isn't much of a holiday at all. Pressure adds up from work that needs to be finished, family commitments and all those parties. Here are 5 ways to disconnect and give yourself some space. Happy holidays |
| AWIS News and Events | AWIS Greater Cincinnati Chapter
Event: First Annual Holiday Celebration
Date: December 18
Time: 5:00PM - 6:00PM
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AWIS San Diego Chapter
Event: Coffee Club - Mid Career
Date: December 20
Time: 7:45AM - 9:00AM
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AWIS and Joint Mathematics Meeting Presentation
Event: MAA Session on Mentoring Graduate Students: Pathways to Success
Date: January 11
Time: 4:30PM - 4:50PM
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AWIS Reception at Joint Mathematics Meeting
Event: San Diego Marriott Marquis
Date: January 11
Time: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
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AWIS Palo Alto Chapter
Event: Get to the (Power) Point: Tips for Creating Effective Slides
Date: January 15
Time: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
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AWIS STEMiNAR Series: Being Your Best - Authenticity and Self Promotion
Event: Virtual Webinar
Date: January 16
Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM
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AWIS Palo Alto Chapter
Event: The World of Regulatory Affairs
Date: January 16
Time: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
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| Opportunities |
Elsevier's Postdoc Free Access Passport
The Postdoc Free Access Passport program provides unlimited access to books and journals on ScienceDirect for up to six months to young scholars who do not have a research position. The program's mission is to help postdocs stay abreast of new science and maintain their interest in advancing their field as the markets improve. The program provides an opportunity to invest in the future of science by keeping promising young scientists current who would otherwise be without access to content. Applications will be accepted until December 15, 2012.
Policy Fellowships with the Society for Research in Child Development
SRCD is seeking applications for upcoming Policy Fellowships for 2013-2014. There are two types of Fellowships: Congressional and Executive Branch. Both provide Fellows with exciting opportunities to come to Washington, DC and use their research skills in child development outside of the academic setting to inform public policy. Fellowships are full-time immersion experiences and run from September 1st through August 31st. The application deadline is December 15, 2012. Applicants must have a doctoral-level degree in any relevant discipline (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.), must demonstrate exceptional competence in an area of child development research, and must be a member of SRCD.
2013 AAAS Charles Valentine Riley Memorial Lecture Nominations
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), in cooperation with the World Food Prize Foundation and the Riley Memorial Foundation, hosts the annual AAAS Charles Valentine Riley Memorial Lecture, a special opportunity to highlight the important role of research and innovation in agriculture, the most basic human endeavor. The 2013 nominees should be well-respected scientists working at the forefront of a pressing issue at the nexus of agriculture and society. They should have outstanding scientific contributions or significant policy accomplishments related to agriculture with demonstrated societal impact.The deadline for nominations is January 14, 2013. Past lecturers include Dr. Roger Beachy, then Director of the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture; Dr. Pamela C. Ronald, Professor of Plant Pathology at the University of California, Davis; and Dr. Robert Horsch, Deputy Director for Research & Development at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship
The Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Fossil Energy, is a 10-week summer internship program that provides opportunities to minority and female students who are pursuing degrees in science, technology (IT), engineering, or mathematics (STEM majors). Candidates who are selected will have the opportunity to work on focused research projects consistent with the mission of the Office of Fossil Energy. During the 10 weeks, students will work at one of several locations. At the conclusion of the internship, students will attend a "Technical Forum" where they will present their research project and tour several technical sites located nearby (the location of the technical forum changes every year). Applications will be accepted from November 16, 2012 through January 18, 2013. Candidates will receive a paid stipend during the program, in addition to approved transportation expenses to and from the internship site and technical forum location.
Travel Award Program for Early Career Investigators
Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology will offer a limited number of travel awards to early career investigators at the Assistant Professor or equivalent industry scientist level. At times researchers find that attending a Keystone Symposia meeting might substantially further a current research project or assist in problem solving around a particular experimental issue. These travel awards are specifically designed to address this situation. The emphasis is on URM scientists who are pursuing research careers. The application process is open for all meetings between now and February 28, 2013. However, the awards will be made upon review, on a first come basis.
Opportunity for Scientists to Collaborate with European Colleagues
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the European Commission (EC) signed an Implementing Arrangement to provide opportunities for NSF-funded early career scientists and engineers to pursue research collaborations with European colleagues supported through the European Research Council (ERC) awards. The ERC will identify researchers wishing to host NSF funded investigators, and NSF will solicit proposals from its CAREER awardees and Postdoctoral Research Fellows for these potential collaborative opportunities. This agreement will allow US scientists to be incorporated in the ERC-funded teams and will be supported as any other ERC team members. NSF will cover travel costs for the US scientists. NSF will release further details through an upcoming Dear Colleague Letter.
ADVANCE Program Solicitation
NSF ADVANCE: Increasing the Participation and Advancement of Women in Academic Science and Engineering Careers (ADVANCE) is accepting proposals for projects that develop systemic approaches to increase the representation and advancement of women in academic STEM careers, thereby contributing to the development of a more diverse science and engineering workforce.
Marie Curie Fellowship
Have you ever wanted to do research in Europe? Apply for a Marie Curie Fellowship. The goal of the Marie Curie Fellowship is to strengthen the human potential in research and technology by stimulating people to enter into the profession of research and attracting researchers from the entire world to Europe. This Fellowship addresses researchers at all stages of their careers, in the public and private sectors, from initial research training, specifically intended for young people, to lifelong learning and career development. Proposals are welcomed from all areas of scientific and technological research and the fellowship covers your salary plus your research expenses. To apply, you must have either a doctoral degree or at least 4 years' full-time equivalent research experience, after obtaining a degree permitting you to embark on a doctorate.
Small Business Postdoctoral Research Diversity Fellowship
The Small Business Postdoctoral Research Diversity Fellowship program aims to encourage creative and highly-trained recipients of doctoral degrees in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering and mathematical disciplines to engage in hands-on research projects in their areas of expertise at the kind of small innovative businesses that historically have fueled the nation's economic regime. This fellowship program offers small businesses the opportunity to attract top scientific and technological talent at a fraction of the usual cost, while recruiting postdoctoral fellows to work for at least a year outside an academic setting on cutting-edge research aimed at promoting scientific excellence and strengthening our nation's technological prowess. Each research fellow will receive a stipend of at least $75,000 plus health insurance benefits.
NSF's Career-Life Balance (CLB) Initiative
Scientists now have the opportunity to submit supplemental funding requests to support additional personnel (e.g., research technicians or equivalent). This will help sustain research when the Principal Investigator is on family leave. In FY 2012, up to 3 months of salary support may be requested (for a maximum of $12,000 in salary compensation) by CAREER awardees.
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AWIS Member Spotlight
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| Gabriele Wienhausen, PhD
Gary Reiness, PhD
Dr. Gabriele Wienhausen, Associate Dean for Education in the Division of Biological Sciences at University of California, San Diego, and Dr. Gary Reiness, Professor of Biology and Associate Dean for Faculty Development at Lewis & Clark College, were recently selected by the Partnership for Undergraduate Life Sciences Education (PULSE) as Vision and Change Leadership Fellows. PULSE is a joint initiative of the National Science Foundation (NSF), Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), and the National Institutes of Health/NIGMS (NIH/NIGMS).
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