Online with LSE: Helping Others Is interesting: Promoting Science Interest with Prosocial Utility Value
October 16, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT
Beliefs that science fields lack opportunities to fulfill prosocial goals, such as helping others and giving back to one’s community, reduce student interest in science, especially for racially minoritized individuals. In this session of Online with LS…
Online with LSE: Identifying Troublesome Jargon in Biology
February 12, 2021 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST
This session of Online with LSE will feature a discussion with Lisa McDonnell, Associate Teaching Professor, Cell and Developmental Biology, University of California at San Diego There is a lot of discipline specific and technical vocabulary used in bi…
Online with LSE: Signaling Inclusivity through Deliberate Framing of Specific Genetics-Related Course Content
September 25, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT
In this session we will discuss language frameworks for describing and depicting inheritance of human differences in ways that may make the classroom a more welcoming space for students of various identities. Featured author: Karen Hales, Professor of…
ASCB Town Hall on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
September 24, 2020 3:00 pm
ASCB’s Town Hall, which took place Thursday, Sept. 24, at 3:00 pm ET, addresses ASCB’s developing diversity, equity and inclusion action plan. Speakers discuss the past and current work of the Minorities Affairs Committee, progress on the plan that has…
How to Win Your EB-1A/NIW Case and Trump’s June Immigration Order Explained!
September 16, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT
In this webinar learn everything you need to know to maximize your chances of winning your EB-1A/NIW green card. Further, if you are wondering how President Trump’s June immigration order will affect you, please join us as we explain the order and why…
Critical Conversation: Navigating Appropriately
July 24, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
This webinar will provide strategies for engaging in difficult conversations (i.e. mentoring issues, lab member conflicts, career conversations, academic bullying/toxic behavior and systemic issues such as racism/sexism/homophobia, etc.,) and how to na…
Navigating Transitions for Graduate Students and Postdocs
July 1, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT
Sharon Milgram of the NIH OITE will focus on navigating transitions as a trainee. As transitions are abound in life, this webinar will focus on transitions of starting new projects, joining new research groups, and returning to work after stay-at-home…
How to Give a Chalk Talk
Are you interested in a career in academia but unfamiliar with the standards and expectations of chalk talks often given during interviews? While trainees have plenty of opportunities to practice and present their data, tips and strategies on deliverin…
Writing Your Science Story: How to Get Everyone Else Excited about Your Work
In today’s intense research environment, scientists must become effective communicators to gain a competitive edge and make a difference in their communities. Explaining science to the public is an essential skill for any scientist, whether it is to engage with outreach opportunities, to educate students, or to communicate with patient advocates on grant panels and at fundraisers. This session aims to equip everyone with the tools they need to become successful writers when addressing the public, whether discussing their own work or the broader impact of their field. Participants will have the chance to hear from exceptional guest speakers and to take part in hands-on activities to refine their science writing and public communication skills.
Navigating the F32 Grant Process
May 20, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT
In this webinar, Dr. Anita Corbett will focus on the application and review process for F32 grants. After her presentation, Dr. Corbett will be joined by Drs. Callie Wigington, Derrick Morton, and Jessica Konen, recent recipients of F32 grants, for a q…