Our Programs
Research Teams
BioInnovation Group is currently maintaining six research teams. Each team is led by at least two undergraduate students. Researchers have open access to the equipment in the BioInnovation Lab, as well as limited access to equipment in the Genome and Biomedical Sciences Facility.
In order to become an active member of a research team, applicants must spend one month shadowing their prospective project. All BIG researchers must also complete mandatory lab safety training, which can be facilitated in the BioInnovation Lab.
Joining a research team
Applications are accepted at the beginning of the quarter.
Click the General Application link above to indicate interest in joining a research team.
Student Lab Managers
The Student Lab Manager (SLM) program allows students to expand their lab equipment and safety skills. SLMs hold open lab hours, which are designated time periods when students can use the facility to work on their projects.
They are responsible for ensuring that BIG researchers follow lab safety guidelines at all times. SLMs are trained to oversee researchers’ use of lab equipment.
Student lab managers also teach new BIG members how to perform basic molecular biology techniques.
JOINING THE SLM PROGRAM
Contact Amanah Talabhaktula (agtalabhaktula@ucdavis.edu) or Danielle Sanchez (drsanche@ucdavis.edu) with any questions!
Leadership & Innovation Fundamentals Training (LIFT) Program
The Leadership and Innovation Fundamentals Training Program is a two quarter-long internship in which students will learn the leadership and project management skills necessary for a career in a biotech company. Participants will gain an understanding of the challenges, complexities, and rewards of science leadership by working closely with our Leadership Team. By the end of the internship, students will have executed a key project to further the organization’s mission of enabling student-directed research.
LIFT participants are eligible to receive units for their work. The commitment is 4-6 hours a week for two quarters.
JOINING THE LIFT PROGRAM
Subscribe to our Newsletter to stay up to date on when LIFT applications open during Fall 2023.
