Are you interested in a PhD in Neuroscience? 

The Neuroscience Graduate Program (NGP), University of Cincinnati is inviting applications for “Neuro-Horizons”, a 3-day workshop, June 28-30^th, 2023, for prospective graduate students who identify themselves as an underrepresented minority (URM) or from a disadvantaged background (DB). This workshop showcases our diverse, interdisciplinary research in neurosciences, excellent facilities, and a collegial environment. The program will include research talks, information sessions for the graduate school application process, lab tours, and social activities with current students. Selection for this workshop is competitive. We will cover travel, food, and lodging expenses for all students accepted for this workshop, and there is no cost to apply.

Eligibility: All criteria required to apply:

• Undergraduates in their sophomore, junior, or senior+ year; postbaccalaureate scholars; and recent college graduates
• Major in STEM areas with interest in biology and life sciences
• Race/Ethnic identity as an underrepresented minority (URM) and/or disadvantaged background (see https://diversity.nih.gov/about-us/population-underrepresented)
  

How to apply:

Application Deadline: April 15^th, 2023

Materials: Email the following 3 items to Ms. Ana Madani (madania@ucmail.uc.edu):

• Your curriculum vitae or resume with your biographical and background information, academic history, activities, and experiences (two pages max)
• Current academic transcript (unofficial transcript with Institutional header is acceptable)
• A brief (< 250 words) statement of interest in neuroscience and broad career aspirations

Acceptance: We will notify accepted students by April 30^th, 2023

For more information, please contact:

Ms. Ana Madani: NGP Program Manager, (madania@ucmail.uc.edu)

Dr. Renu Sah, NGP Program Director (sahr@ucmail.uc.edu)

Dr. Steve Davidson, NGP Associate Program Director (davidsst@ucmail.uc.edu)

Relevant Websites and Video links:

UC Neuroscience Graduate Program: https://med.uc.edu/education/neurosciencesgrad/home

Diversity at UC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdxPLvPZzaY&t=1s

Why Cincinnati: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1Sc_PbFHkk&t=1s