Functional Genomics Research Core to host seminar to demonstrate Qiagen QIAcuity Digital PCR System capabilities
We are excited to announce that the Functional Genomics Core has recently acquired the Qiagen QIAcuity Digital PCR System. This advanced technology will enable us to offer digital PCR (dPCR) services, providing researchers with highly accurate and sensitive quantification of nucleic acids.
We invite you to join our seminar to learn more about the capabilities of the QIAcuity system and how this technology can enhance your research. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the benefits of dPCR and how it can be applied to your projects.
Seminar Details:
- Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Coker Life Sciences, Room CLS510
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Get Inspired: Vice President for Research Julius Fridriksson encourages faculty to get involved in mentorship in a new essay
Celebrating the first week of the Fall 2024 term and the Propel Research Mentorship Program’s new cohort kicking off this week, Julius Fridriksson reflects on the impacts of mentorship on his own career, shares his mentoring philosophy and discusses the importance of supportive and challenging mentorship in the work of USC faculty. Read Fridriksson's essay here.
Excel funding support for faculty in the liberal arts, humanities and social sciences opens for 2024-2025 grant cycle
The Office of the Vice President for Research is excited to announce that applications are open for Excel funding for 2025. Excel grants support faculty scholarship and creative output in the liberal arts, humanities and social sciences. Now in its third funding round, the Excel Program is open to faculty at USC Columbia and all Palmetto College campuses. Information regarding specific details and application guidelines are now available. Excel 2025 applications are due Thursday, October 10, 2024.
New Research Training and Education Services site & upcoming events
Research Training and Education Services offers workshops to bolster campus resources and community efforts for research excellence. This month, two trainings will take place for Primary Investigators and university research personnel.
- PI Academy: Finding Funding Opportunities – Wednesday, September 4, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. (live virtual session) This session will center around resources at USC to search for sponsored research funding opportunities. It will also highlight key contacts at USC for proposal development and submission based on the type of funding sponsor. Register here by Tuesday, September 3, at 5:00 p.m.
- NIH Resubmission Workshop - Friday, September 27, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (in-person at 1430 Senate Street, Room 305) This workshop will help USC faculty members who are considering resubmission understand the strategy, rules and processes involved in revising and resubmitting an NIH proposal. Register here by Friday, September 20, 2024.
Don’t forget to check out our new Research Training and Education Services website for more events and resources throughout the year.
SHARPGrads – Graduate Students at USC-Columbia
Attention graduate students! Register now for SHARPGrads, the Skills, Habits, and Research Program for Graduate Students. Columbia-campus students can earn a certificate of completion and digital badge while learning research skills that are often not included in the curriculum. Learn more and register here. The deadline to register for this year’s program is Monday, September 30, 2024.
Research Data Analysis and Statistics Support Service
University Libraries offers free, one-on-one and small group support for statistics and data analysis. Appointments are available now and can take place in-person at Thomas Cooper Library or virtually. Visit the service website to learn more and make an appointment.
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