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Today, we’re highlighting one of the most underrated springboards for aspiring researchers: the Broad Biomedical Post-baccalaureate Scholars (BBPS) Program at the Broad Institute. This fully paid, full-time two-year research opportunity gives recent grads access to groundbreaking biomedical research, personalized mentorship, and professional development.

Next, we’re celebrating the International Year of Quantum with a deep dive into the counterintuitive world of quantum physics. From superposition to entanglement, discover how NIST researchers are harnessing quantum behavior to revolutionize brain imaging, computing, and precision measurement.

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

Upcoming Opportunities

🧬 Launch Your Research Career with Broad Institute’s BBPS Program

The Broad Biomedical Post-baccalaureate Scholars (BBPS) Program is a prestigious, fully paid two-year research fellowship designed for recent STEM graduates from historically underrepresented backgrounds. Scholars join the Broad Institute as full-time Research Associates or Computational Associates, working alongside world-class scientists on cutting-edge biomedical projects.

In addition to hands-on research, participants receive structured academic and career support including mentoring, grad school prep, and training in scientific communication, ethics, and career planning.

This is an incredible opportunity if you’re passionate about research and planning to pursue a graduate degree (PhD, MD/PhD, or MS) in biomedical science or engineering.

📅 Application Timeline (2026 Cohort)

• Expected Opening: October 2025

• Deadline: March or April 2026

• More Information: (Click Here)

🧪 Eligibility Highlights

• Graduated with a bachelor’s degree between May 2025 – June 2026

• Majored in biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, math, or engineering

• GPA of 3.3+

• Prior research experience required

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident

• Must not hold a graduate degree

• Committed to applying to grad school after the program

💰 Benefits

• Annual full-time salary + health benefits

• Individualized mentorship and training plan

• Graduate school application prep (personal statements, rec letters, mock interviews)

• Workshops on research ethics, collaboration, stress management, and more

• Networking and community-building with fellow scholars

⚠️ 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

➰ Quantum Science: 100 Years of Discovery and a Future of Possibility

To celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, NIST physicist Corey Stambaugh reflects on how quantum mechanics — once a counterintuitive theory — has become a backbone of modern tech, from lasers and GPS to medical imaging and quantum computers.

Quantum mechanics introduces behaviors like superposition (particles existing in multiple states simultaneously) and entanglement (particles sharing outcomes no matter the distance). These principles, though often misunderstood as "mystical," are now helping researchers build brain wave scanners, simulate molecules, and redefine measurement standards.

Stambaugh emphasizes that quantum science can be taught early because much of it builds on topics like probability and atoms already covered in K-12. With quantum tech rapidly advancing, early education is key to developing the next generation of quantum innovators.

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Tip of the Day

🧠 Master Concepts, Not Just Calculations

STEM success isn’t just about how many equations you can solve: it’s about how deeply you understand the why behind them. No matter your major, the best scientists and engineers think critically and flexibly. Here’s why focusing on core ideas pays off:

• You’ll Transfer Knowledge Across Fields: Understanding diffusion, feedback loops, or conservation laws conceptually helps you apply them whether you're studying cells, circuits, or stars.

• It Builds Long-Term Problem-Solving Power: Equations change but the core principles behind them don’t. Knowing what’s actually happening lets you tackle unfamiliar problems with confidence.

• It Makes You a Better Researcher: Memorized steps won’t save you when experiments fail. Deep understanding helps you debug models, tweak protocols, and think outside the box.

• Employers & Grad Schools Want Thinkers, Not Calculators: Whether you're writing grant proposals or designing experiments, being able to explain your reasoning matters more than raw computation speed.

• Want to Stand Out? Think Deep, Not Just Fast: Many students rely on speed drills. Fewer take the time to really understand. Be the latter—it shows up in your interviews, projects, and papers.

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Today’s Theme: Fact or Fiction Friday

Congratulations on making it through the work week! Ready to test your science savvy?

👇🏾 Vote if you think the statement below is fact or fiction and tell us why in the comments!

Statement: A thermodynamic system’s entropy scales exponentially with temperature.

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