[Nano-bme] NANO-BME Weekly Update

[nano-bme at gold.sdsmt.edu]

Greetings, All!

Welcome back! We hope your Spring 2024 semester is off to a great start and that you are rested, recharged, and ready to take on this new semester. 😊 There is LOTS of holiday candy in the main office in case you need it and though our coffee machine is down for the moment, you are welcome to borrow the electric kettle for heating water for apple cider and/or tea in the meantime.

Also, we are excited to announce the launch of the new Certificate in Quantum Communications (see attached flyer), which features courses offered in quantum information science. Check out this article<https://sdepscor.org/qis-coursework-certificate-approved-by-sdbor/> about the program!

There are exciting opportunities for you and fun things happening this week and beyond. Check them out below!

Announcements & Reminders

  *   Follow us on our Department of Nanoscience & Biomedical Engineering Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/sdsmtnanobme> and Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/sdsmtnanobme/> accounts! We'd love to post anything exciting our students are up to. Internships, co-op's, new jobs, accomplishments, etc. Send any info you'd like to let us post to Dr. J. We also have Twitter<https://twitter.com/SdsmtB>, which is being run by Dr. Scott. Help us showcase all the great things we're doing!

  *   If you haven’t already, you should meet with me (Dr. J) to discuss your career goals & professional development opportunities (Book your appointment here<https://sdsmt.campus.eab.com/pal/NyfnNwlsuF>.)
  *   Volunteer Opportunities:
     *   MEDLIFE is a non-profit organization providing service-learning experiences in Peru, Ecuador, and Tanzania. They make trips over winter break, spring break, and during the summer to accommodate student schedules. See attached flyer or go here<https://my.medlifemovement.org/> for more details.
  *   Scholarship/Fellowship Opportunities:
     *   Applications for Boren Awards are now open! Undergraduate applications are due January 31st, 2024 and graduate applications are due January 24th, 2024. Learn more and apply by going here<https://www.borenawards.org/>.
     *   Applications for the AAMC Fee Assistance Program open on February 5th, 2024. This is for those applying to MD programs. Learn more and apply by going here<https://students-residents.aamc.org/fee-assistance-program/fee-assistance-program>.
     *   Applications for the Laura Bassi Scholarship are now open! This scholarship provides editorial assistance to postgraduates and junior academics whose research focuses on neglected topics of study (broadly construed). It is open to every discipline. Learn more and apply by going here<https://editing.press/bassi>. The application deadline is March 24th, 2024.
  *   Employment/Internship Opportunities:
     *   Medtronic is now accepting applications for the Medtronic WISE Intern Program! Learn more and apply by going here<https://app.mdtinternal.com/e/es?s=585185754&e=287543&elqTrackId=133ab0f6fefe410dad7a231dcd6cbecf&elq=28b3a056dccb4cea84ecc56cc6574531&elqaid=44209&elqat=1>. Deadline is January 17th. (And shout out to BME alumnus, Beth Blake, for sharing this opportunity! 😊)
     *   Spartronics is hiring for several positions within the company (located in Watertown, SD). If you are planning to graduate soon, check them out! (See attached position descriptions.) Questions regarding how to apply can be directed at BME alumnus, Evan McConnell (Evan.McConnell at spartronics.com<mailto:Evan.McConnell at spartronics.com>).
     *   GE Healthcare is hiring a Calibration Engineer to work with MRI machines at Mayo in Minnesota and is looking for an apprentice (possible co-op) to work on ultrasound and MRI machines (also in Minnesota). If you are interested in either of these positions, please reach out directly to BME alumnus, Victoria Zagorski (Victoria.Zagorski at ge.com<mailto:Victoria.Zagorski at ge.com>) for more information. (Reference job number R3653309, but it is best to speak with Victoria before submitting your application.)
     *   The Veterans Health Administration is hiring a Healthcare Engineer-Project Engineer to serve the VA Black Hills Health Care System. Learn more and apply for this position by going here<https://www.usajobs.gov/job/722716100?utm_source=ziprecruiter>.
     *   Boston Scientific is hiring a Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) Field Clinical Representative to work right here in Rapid City! Learn more and apply for this position by going here<https://jobs.bostonscientific.com/job-invite/564352/>. They are specifically looking for Biomedical Engineers, so be sure to check it out if you are on the market and want to stay in the area. 😊
     *   TRIMEDX is a medical device and cyber medical technology company with career opportunities for Biomedical Equipment Technicians, Imaging Engineers, and Medical Device Services. Learn more about careers with this company by going here<https://trimedx.gr8people.com/>.
     *   Stryker is a medical technologies company that offers paid summer internships and many career opportunities. Learn more about internships by going here<https://careers.stryker.com/students-and-graduates-usa/> and search for open positions within the company by going here<https://careers.stryker.com/job-search-results/>.
     *   Danaher is a parent company for an array of life science technology and diagnostic companies. They have multiple internship and leadership programs available through these various companies. Learn more about student programs through Danaher by going here<https://www.danaheru.com/global/en/home>.
     *   Genentech offers internships in biotechnology. Learn more by going here<https://careers.gene.com/us/en/internships>.
     *   Siemens Healthineers offers student internships as well as specialized development programs such as their Point of Care R&D Development Program (see attached flyer). Learn more about these opportunities by going here<https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/careers/students>. (See attached flyer.)
     *   Virscio, Inc. is hiring for several positions. Learn more about this company and see their job postings by going here<https://www.virscio.com/>.
     *   Check out GE’s list of internships by going here<https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/internships-co-ops>. More specifically, here are student opportunities through GE Healthcare<https://jobs.gecareers.com/healthcare/global/en/students-graduates>.
  *   Other Professional Development Opportunities:
     *   Geisel School of Medicine in Dartmouth is hosting a virtual information session about their MD programs once a month from December 2023-June 2024. The first session will be held 5:00PM-6:00PM on Tuesday, January 16th. You can register for this event by going here<https://dartmouth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4k8EQUX9SV6rrde9uFpRGw>. You can register for subsequent sessions below:
        *   Wednesday, February 7th, 2024<https://dartmouth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2_PvbLncTq2BR7n6H95SdQ>
        *   Monday, March 18, 2024<https://dartmouth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FfFc0OT0Tq2GAB18Ny7P_w>
        *   Tuesday, April 16, 2024<https://dartmouth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TDtubAvDT1avi_Fkn7_MAg>
        *   Wednesday, May 15, 2024<https://dartmouth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kLEFuU2HQwGKIhDBjVoU0A>
        *   Thursday, June 13, 2024<https://dartmouth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PbzkvmPmTpCxk7CMAR0zbw#/>
     *   The Department of Materials Science & Engineering and the College of Engineering & Computer Science at the University of Central Florida are hosting a 10-week summer research program for students interested in the study and development of materials and devices with applications in biotechnology and medicine. This program is NSF funded and is limited to 10 students, all of whom will be provided with housing and a $6,000 stipend for the work. The deadline for applications is January 17th, 2024. Learn more and apply by going here<https://nsfreunano.research.ucf.edu/>. (See attached flyer.)
     *   South Dakota FAST Launch is hosting a virtual boot camp training program on January 20th from 8:30AM-10:00AM to teach you how to start and grow businesses as well as development and commercialization of innovations. This is connected to the Governor’s Giant Vision Competition. Learn more and register for the training by going here<https://sdepscor.org/event/south-dakota-fast-launch-customer-discovery/>. They are also hosting a virtual second boot camp that day that will cover writing a business plan. That will be held from 10:15AM-11:15AM. Learn more and register by going here<https://sdepscor.org/event/sd-fast-launch-business-model-write-a-business-plan/>.
     *   The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) is hosting a Virtual Health Professions Fair on January 23rd & 24th. Learn more and register by going here<https://shpep.vfairs.com/>.
     *   January 24th (10:00AM-4:00PM MST) – The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), will be hosting virtual Choose DO - Osteopathic Medical School Expo, which will feature a panel discussion with current medical students, faculty, and staff as well as break-out rooms where applicants can speak with Admissions staff. Learn more and apply by going here<https://www.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=960ba243-b94d-488e-bb5f-afe00147d65b>.
     *   The AAMC is hosting a webinar about their Fee Assistance Program for those interested in applying to medical schools on January 30th at 12:00PM MST. Learn more and register by going here<https://aamc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/learn-about-the-2024-aamc-fee-assistance-program-january-30>.
     *   The Heersink School of Medicine within the University of Alabama at Birmingham is accepting applications for various clinical and research undergraduate summer programs for those interested in careers in medicine or biomedical sciences. Many of the deadlines for these programs are in January and February. You can read about these various programs by going here<https://www.uab.edu/medicine/home/education/undergraduate-programs/summer-programs>.
     *   The AAMC is hosting a webinar about the PREview Professional Readiness Exam (for those applying to MD programs) on February 8th at 11:00AM MST. Learn more and register by going here<https://aamc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/preview-nuts-n-bolts-scheduling-and-taking-the-aamc-preview-professional-readiness-exam-february-8>.
     *   The AAMC is doing a live web event titled, MCAT 2024 Testing Year Update for Examinees on February 13th. Learn more and register by going here<https://aamc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/mcat-2024-testing-year-update-for-examinees-february-13>.
     *   The Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences is accepting applications for their Health P.A.S.S. program, which is a summer program for helping pre-health students prepare for professional programs in medicine or other health sciences. You can learn more and apply by going here<https://www.dmu.edu/healthpass/>. The deadline to apply is February 19th.
     *   The next Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) Annual Meeting will be held in Baltimore, Maryland from October 23rd-26th, 2024. Learn more by going here<https://www.bmes.org/annualmeeting> and be sure to talk to your local BMES student chapter representatives if you are interested in attending the meeting as part of our campus’ student org!
        *   Also, did you know that BMES has an archive of webinars? If you are a national member of the organization, you can go here<https://www.bmes.org/webinars> and login to view these webinars.
     *   Aalen University in Germany is offering project semesters on a broad range of topics (see attached flyer). Learn more by going here<https://www.hs-aalen.de/en/pages/project-semester> and if you are interested, please reach out to Suzi Aadland in the Ivanhoe International Center (Suzi.Aadland at sdsmt.edu<mailto:Suzi.Aadland at sdsmt.edu>) to discuss your options.
     *   Looking for supplemental clinical shadowing opportunities? Check out HEAL for shadowing 101 courses that are free and happening every Wednesday night. (*Note that this should not be your only shadowing experience, but it is a great way to gain some additional shadowing and learn some new things. 😊) Learn more and sign up by going here<https://www.clinicalshadowing.com/>.
     *   Want to earn your CNA and start working with patients to gain direct patient care experiences? Check out the Nursing Assistant Program that is part of the Rural Health Works Nursing Initiative<https://www.westriversdahec.org/rural-health-works/> run by the WRAHEC to learn how they will cover 100% of the tuition for your 8-week course through Monument Health. (This is a great way to gain clinical experiences, which are required for admission into professional programs in healthcare, such as med school, PA school, etc.)
     *   If you are interested in studying abroad, be sure to swing by and chat with Suzi Aadland and Beth Riley in the Ivanhoe International Center<https://www.sdsmt.edu/Campus-Life/Ivanhoe-International-Center/>. They can help you plan an amazing learning journey! 😊
        *   Also, did you know that South Dakota Mines offers both a minor and a certificate in Global Engineering & Science? Learn more about these by going here<https://www.sdsmt.edu/Academics/Study-Abroad/Global-Academic-Focus/>.
           *   If you are interested download this checklist for the minor<https://www.sdsmt.edu/Academics/Study-Abroad/Docs/Global-Engineering---Science-Minor-Checklist/> and this checklist for the certificate<https://www.sdsmt.edu/Academics/Study-Abroad/Docs/Global-Engineering---Science-Certificate-Checklist/>.
     *   Are you a member of a professional organization, such as the Biophysical Society<https://www.biophysics.org/>, the Biomedical Engineering Society<https://www.bmes.org/>, or the Society for Biomaterials<https://biomaterials.org/>? If not, you should be! Click to learn more about those organizations and ask Dr. J if you want to know more about why these organizations are important.
        *   If you are in our campus chapter of BMES, but not a member of the national organization, you can change that for only $15! (One of the cheapest membership dues for a national society that I’ve ever seen.) Here’s some information about the benefits of becoming a national member<https://www.bmes.org/content.asp?admin=Y&contentid=578>.

This Week’s Events/Reminders:
Monday, January 8th:

  *   National JoyGerm Day<https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-joygerm-day-january-8> – Spread some positivity today!
Tuesday, January 9th:

  *   National Static Electricity Day<https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-static-electricity-day-january-9> – Shocking! 😝
Wednesday, January 10th:

  *   10:00AM – The Slide Rule (math help center) officially opens for the semester! Normal hours are MTWR 10AM-6PM & F 10AM-4PM for the rest of the semester. 😊
Thursday, January 11th:

  *   11:00AM-1:00PM – Spring Organization Fair! Swing by the Beck Ballroom to check out student orgs. 😊 Be sure to sign up for BMES if you are a BME student and not already a member!
Friday, January 12th:

  *   National Marzipan Day<https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-marzipan-day-january-12> – No, not the character from Homestar Runner (for those who know that obscure webtoon from the early ‘00s), we are talking about the sugary almondy goodness of the edible sculpting material typically shaped to look like miniature fruits or vegetables.

On the Replay:

  *   Did you miss the presentation about working for GE Healthcare that BME alumnus, Victoria Zagorski gave in early October? Check it out by watching the recording here<https://sdsmt.zoom.us/rec/play/V2ikj6P9f43BhA9rDyQkrRhZOLBqDyCVtvwcY05_2xP45f4eS1GM7kL_OiJn2crk3WBv64CZsWDNkAVP.fq8LIRNIpcpXWHVE?canPlayFromShare=true&from=share_recording_detail&startTime=1696618805000&componentName=rec-play&originRequestUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fsdsmt.zoom.us%2Frec%2Fshare%2FzfGInL5imGbhrCgPza8kojVzeKosHoUDu9rWYO7FpKDVr2d-mj5bq_bgaSp4Cgfx.JQmHel-mYGMddG5f%3FstartTime%3D1696618805000>.
  *   Did you miss the Ivanhoe International Center’s Education Abroad Info Session? Check out the recording here<https://sdsmt.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Sessions/List.aspx?folderID=24ebcc88-f819-4a27-b8f1-af97014d21f8>.
  *   Need to know how to apply for a passport? Check out these Passport 101<https://sdsmt.zoom.us/rec/play/GLGB0x1UQnMBAYMZzT77dkGon9Jp0Gw4q2QSC3g68xTHC08tf3Cb46hCenWpq_OLpEYhqafnxkjO2DRu.CBcU5-tVQLTDcxXZ?continueMode=true> and Passport 201<https://sdsmt.zoom.us/rec/play/MIEXtQCvt3B1PnVTc01pz2u_rm4FuZkphRlWnFDsof0WxabVEiQ8pt2-U9eDxFNPm4bVntvkdmmAub2w.CIHG47ER91T2SlnC?continueMode=true> videos.
  *   AAMC Preparing for the MCAT Exam and other pre-med webinars: Premed Webinars<https://students-residents.aamc.org/premed-webinars/premed-webinars>
  *   SHPEPconnect webinar: Diversity Session 1: Dispelling the Myths of Admissions<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQixHebPtgI&ab_channel=SHPEPconnect>
  *   Columbia University’s Bioethics Program hosted an event titled, Why is there confusion about whether masks prevent COVID-19? Public perceptions, misperceptions and the messaging of science<https://sps.columbia.edu/events/why-there-confusion-about-whether-masks-prevent-covid-19-public-perceptions-misperceptions?program_id=1061>. You can also check out other event recordings and see upcoming events through their Bioethics events page by going here<https://sps.columbia.edu/academics/masters/bioethics/events>.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to know more about opportunities, events, or activities related to our department!

Have a wonderful week,

~Dr. J

Dr. Johnica J. Winter, (she/her)
NANO-BME Program Coordinator
Nanoscience & Biomedical Engineering
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