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Today’s feature is the Summer in Biomedical Sciences (SIBS) Undergraduate Research Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. This fully funded 8-week experience pays students to dive into groundbreaking projects in cancer biology, neuroscience, immunology, and more. Participants receive free housing, a generous stipend, and professional development for future MD, PhD, or industry careers.

Next, the National Science Foundation just launched a $100 million investment in AI research centers to advance breakthroughs in climate modeling, medical diagnostics, and sustainable manufacturing. This initiative will unite scientists, engineers, and industry to push AI beyond the lab and into transformative real-world solutions.

Thanks for staying around for another awesome week of internship, scholarship, and research information from That Black Chemist!

Upcoming Opportunities

🧬 Summer in Biomedical Sciences (SIBS) Program for Summer 2026

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is offering an 8-week paid summer research program for up to 15 undergraduates interested in modern biomedical science. Participants will gain hands-on lab experience, explore both basic and clinical research areas, and work closely with faculty mentors while becoming part of a vibrant medical and research community.

Students will also get an inside look at UAB’s graduate and medical programs, building valuable skills and connections for future careers in science or medicine.

📅 Program Details:

• Award: $4,000 stipend + free campus housing (travel not covered)

• Duration: June – August, 2026

• Location: University of Alabama at Birmingham

• Application Window: Closes Spring 2026 (TBT)

• Link: [Register here]

✅ Eligibility

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident

• Sophomore or junior in college as of March 2026

• International students not eligible

⚠️ Bonus Opportunities You Should Know

• 🧪 NSF REU Summer Research Programs: List of funded undergrad research programs. (Search here)

• 🎓 Pathways to Science: List of paid internships and research opportunities for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. (Search here)

• 💰 NASA OSTEM Internships: List of NASA Internships for high school and undergraduate STEM students (More info).

• 🧠 NASA Pathways Internship: Multi-semester internship involving different career paths at NASA (Link).

🌍 International Opportunities

• 🧲 Pathways to Science: List of upcoming internships, scholarships, and research programs hosted by the U.S. [open to international students]. (Search here)

• 🔬 Amgen Scholars Program: Prestigious summer research program for undergraduate students in the U.S., Europe, or Asia. (More info)

• ⚛️ European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN): Search for any upcoming internships related to chemistry, physics, engineering, or data science! (Link here)

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Scientist’s Scroll

🤖 NSF to Launch $100M AI-Programmable Cloud Lab Network

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is set to invest up to $100 million in building a nationwide network of AI-enabled “programmable cloud laboratories” — facilities designed to automate and accelerate scientific discovery. These labs will allow researchers to remotely run custom, AI-programmed experiments, starting with biotechnology and materials science.

The initiative, led by NSF’s Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships, supports the White House AI Action Plan and aims to integrate AI across every stage of experimentation.

By reducing trial-and-error, increasing efficiency, and improving data quality, the network could dramatically speed up breakthroughs in fields that rely on complex lab workflows. The program will also expand access to advanced labs for education and workforce training, with up to six awards of $5 million annually for four years to academic, nonprofit, and industry partners.

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Tip of the Day

☀️ Put Summer Research Before Summer Classes

It’s tempting to knock out a class over the summer, but internships and REUs can give you skills, connections, and credentials that last far longer than a single course credit. Here’s why you should prioritize them:

• Build Experience That Stands Out: Employers and grad schools notice hands-on projects more than another line of coursework. Research or internship work can directly translate into resume-ready achievements.

• Network With People Who Can Open Doors: Professors, mentors, and peers you meet in a summer program often become recommendation writers, job leads, or collaborators years later.

• Test-Drive Your Career Path: A summer program lets you try the real-world side of your field before committing to it. You’ll come away knowing if you love it or not.

• Classes Will Always Be There: You can take that course during a regular semester or online. Opportunities like a fully funded REU or paid industry internship often come just once.

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Today’s Theme: Fact or Fiction Friday

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Statement: Quantum Mechanics and Special Relativity were discovered within the same decade.

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