June 2-6, 2025 | Vol. 11, Issue 22
In this issue:
Qual Exam Writing Workshop - Second Day
��️ Thursday, June 5 | ⏱️ 12-2pm | �� Learning Lab 2-7536
Join Dr. Elaine Smolock, Director of Writing Services and Training Grant Development, to learn how to craft your qualifying exam.
Summer F-Club
��️ Wednesday, June 4 | ⏱️ 2-4pm | �� Northeastern Conference Room (1-9525/35)
PhD students and postdocs interested in submitting applications for F awards are welcome to attend the summer F-Club which will serve as a writing support group. Applicants will have the opportunity to improve their grant writing skills via five in-person sessions that occur every other Wednesday beginning on June 4 through July 30.
Diversify Your Funding - Clinical Research Webinar
��️ Wednesday, June 11 | ⏱️ 3-4pm | ��
Learn how University faculty have obtained funding from industry, foundations, non-profit organizations, and local government sources in this panel discussion featuring:
- Dr. Jamie Adams (Neurology)
- Dr. Ilan Goldenberg (Cardiology)
- Dr. Eva Pressman (OB/GYN)
Translational Science Grand Rounds: Advancing Health Equity Through Clinical and Translational Science
��️ Thursday, June 12 | ⏱️ 12-1pm | �� Helen Wood Hall Auditorium (1W-304)
Please join UR CTSI for our first Translational Science Grand Rounds event, featuring guest speaker Timothy F. Murphy, MD, from the University of Buffalo CTSI. Attendees will learn more about how translational science can address inequities in the health care system.
Mental Health First Aid Certification Training
��️ Monday, June 23 & Tuesday, June 24 | ⏱️ 8:15am-12:15pm | �� Natapow Room (1-9545)
You must attend both sessions to receive your Mental Health First Aid Certification. Registration deadline is June 16th. Learn more about the training here.
NOTE: There will be a second MHFA Certification Training July 31 and August 1 in the afternoon.
Planning Your Career While Navigating Grad School
Jessie Hogestyn is 2020 graduate of our Neuroscience Graduate Program, now a senior scientist at Sanofi.
She shares how she balanced the demands of neuroscience research with career exploration during grad school, as well as how staying open and adaptable led her to a spot at Sanofi where she's spent the first five years of her career.
From networking and internships to navigating the transition from academia to biotech, Jessie offers practical advice for anyone thinking about their next step.
New Chemical Inventory system for Laboratories
On July 15th 2025 the new laboratory chemical inventory, waste management, and inspection system will be moving out of Chematix and into CampusOptics for all research and clinical laboratories. This will significantly improve the user experience, data management, and compliance. EH&S is working with University IT and Campus Optics to move over all chemical inventory, room, and user data prior to launch. More information can be found on the EH&S website – Introduction of CampusOptics. Information regarding training will be published in June.
Summer STEP Instructors Needed
Are you a URMC or Medical student passionate about making a difference? We have an exciting opportunity just for you! Become an Instructor for the Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP)! If you want to be considered for this role, please express your interest by emailing Pathway Programs at pathwayprograms@urmc.rochester.edu
Graduate Student Well-being
The CARE Network
Though CARE does not have any special programming for the summer, we are providing the same support services during the summer as we do throughout the school year.
Summer Groups at the Counseling Center
Wellness on Demand
Our “Wellness on Demand” vending machine is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to students, and all items are free of charge.
ISO Summer Event Highlights
Summer Yoga Classes
��️ Mondays or Thursdays | ⏱️ 6-7pm | �� Leibner-Cooper Room (Goergen Athletic Center)
Stay cool and centered this summer by attending the twice weekly yoga classes.
Food Pantry
Open on Monday, Thursday and Fridays from 3 P.M. - 6 P.M.
Workplace Wellness for Postdocs
��️ Wednesday, June 11 | ⏱️ 11:45am-1:30pm | �� UR Fitness Science
Take a trip with Workplace Wellness! We will visit URMC's Fitness Science program and the state-of-the-art demo kitchen to hear from Registered Dietician Holly Gilligan about healthy snacking on-the-go. Lunch and shuttle transportation are provided.
| NSF I-Corps Regional Course Information |
MECCC
NSF I-Corps Regional Courses are for university-based STEM researchers and early-stage startup founders who are interested in exploring the market potential of their work and learning entrepreneurial skills. Participants learn to apply “customer discovery” methodology to evaluate the potential for translating their technology innovation from the lab into a successful product and/or service.
This week's social media spotlight features Darline Castro-Melendez, an Immunology PhD candidate.
Accommodations
The University of Rochester is committed to providing inclusive experiences and equal access to programs and services. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, please contact Mary Beth Kitzel. In all situations, a good faith effort (up until the time of the event) will be made to provide accommodations.
OTE Submission Information
Submissions for the weekly Monday edition of OTE are due by Thursday at 5:00 pm. Please submit materials to myHub@urmc.rochester.edu.
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