The Bioengineering/Bioinformatics Summer Institute (BBSI) is a 10-week research program from May 25th to July 31st 2009 for junior and senior undergraduate students interested in bioengineering and bioinformatics. The program focuses on computational systems biology, bio-imaging, physiology, and mathematics. Students will receive a stipend, housing, meals and have access to research facilities to complete coursework and research projects. The online application deadline is February 2nd, 2009 and students can apply by visiting the BBSI website.

1. Bioengineering/Bioinformatics
Summer Institute (BBSI)
NIBIB-NSF (tentative) May 25 - July 31, 2009
Bioengineering and Bioinformatics
Summer Institute
(BBSI)
http://www.bbsi.sbes.vt.edu/
RESEARCH
Be a part of this state-of-the-art undergraduate research experience!
• Are you a junior or senior undergraduate student that is
interested in bioengineering and/or bioinformatics?
• Are you thinking about graduate school in these areas?
This great summer opportunity is for you!
About BBSI
Our focus - bioengineering/bioinformatics. We emphasize four major research
areas:
• Computational Systems Biology
• Computational Bio-Imaging
• Computational Physiology
• Mathematics
How to apply
• ONLINE Application Deadline: February 2, 2009
• To apply please visit http://www.bbsi.sbes.vt.edu/ and follow the
instructions for submitting the application materials.
Student Housing and Support
• Stipend for the 10-week program;
• Subsistence, including on-campus housing, a meal card, access and use of
library and recreation/sports facilities;
EXPERIENCE
Each student is provided with a computer and software to complete coursework,
workshop exercises, and research projects.
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