About the Program
The school is a collaboration between five of Europe's leading research institutes: Research Center for Molecular Medicine (CEMM), Gregor Mendel Institute (GMI), Institute of Molecular Biotechnology (IMBA), Institute of Molecular Pathology (IMP) and the Max Perutz Labs (Max Perutz Labs) and is generously sponsored by the Max Birnstiel Foundation. Each fellow will be allocated a faculty member, with whom they will work closely. The research project will focus on a current topic in the allocated lab. Supported by a member of the laboratory the scholar will be expected to perform experiments, analyse data, generate ideas, and discuss their results. In addition to practical laboratory work the scholar will also take part in lab meetings, journal clubs and other activities.
Research Area
- Anthropogenic Evolution
- Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structure
- Cell and Chromosome Biology
- Cognitive and Behavioral Biology
- Computational Biology, Genomes and Evolution
- Disease Mechanisms, Immunology, Pathogens
- Gene Regulation, RNA, Epigenetics
- Microbiology and Environment Systems Science
- Neurobiology
- Plant Sciences
- Stem Cells, Development, Regulation
Eligibility
- Must be a student studying a degree in a Life Science related subject
- Completed at least 2 years of a University study (e.g. 2-3 years of a Bachelor (Hons) study or 1 year of a Master study - by 30 June)
- Currently in the 3rd year of a 4-year BA/BSc (Hons) program in a Life Science subject.
- In the 4th year of a 4-year BA/BSc (Hons) program in a Life Science subject and planning to apply for a Master’s program (this will be verified).
- In the 1st year of a 2-year MSc program in a Life Science subject.
- In the 2nd year of a US 4-year Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science subject
- 3-months research experience
- Good academic record
- High level of English language
- MDs may only apply if they have completed 3-4years of their studies and have the relevant research experience, they must also intend to study a PhD in a Life Science related subject after completion of their current studies
- The following studies will NOT be considered: Veterinary medicine, medical engineering, agriculture, pharmacy, zoology, food or nutritional science, and any other degrees that do not include lab training or are not related to molecular and cellular biology.
