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Partner Event: Symphony of Minds–Exploring the Fusion of Science and Art

C2ST is partnering with Instituto Cervantes for a conversation between María Blasco, Scientific Director of the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) and Head of the Telomeres and Telomerase Group (CNIO); Human Cell Atlas leader Sarah Teichmann, and artist Daniel Canogar, renowned for his algorithm-based installations, as they discuss their collaboration at the intersection of art, science, and technology.

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How to Get Involved in Undergraduate Research

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By Ariane Tsai, C2ST Intern, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Institute for Genomic Biology

If you’re a student pursuing a STEM field in college, you’ve likely heard of undergraduate research. But what is it, and how can you get involved? Undergraduate research offers students the chance to conduct experiments and investigations under the guidance of a principal investigator (PI) and their graduate students. In this article, I’ll share insights into undergraduate research and offer guidance on getting started. 

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Ghostly Echoes from Fukushima Wastewater Reach Across Oceans and Generations

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By Camilla Liu, The University of Chicago

In the coastal town of Fukushima, where fishermen once proudly displayed their catch and children’s laughter filled the air, a somber mood now lingers. On August 24, 2023, Japan decided to release over 1.3 million tonnes of treated nuclear wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi power plant into the Pacific Ocean over the next 30 years.

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C2ST Fall Social

Join us for a fun-filled evening at Fulton Labs for the C2ST Fall Social! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow science enthusiasts, make new friends, and enjoy a night of engaging conversations. Whether you’re a scientist, a student, or simply curious about the wonders of science industry, this event is for you!
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Science Communication Internship

C2ST’s Science Communication Internship is a program that applies science disciplinary practices to a science communication context; our program teaches students how to think and speak scientifically  for the purpose of communicating science. We do this through various techniques, mainly by way of disciplinary literacy practices, but also by understanding and implementing best practices for teaching science.

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