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Career Tips & Advice
There is perhaps no other job that offers a greater satisfaction than one in biomedical sciences. Your efforts in this field directly impacts human health. As development in this field accelerates with the influx of new molecular tools and techniques, how can you better prepare yourself to take on the new challenges?
Primary school to junior college students can find out more about the Biomedical Sciences at various events organised by A*STAR's Youth Science Programme in collaboration with the Singapore Science Centre. Events such as Science in the Mall try to bring out the scientific principles hidden in every-day items, while more advanced classes like those in the DNA Lab Programme at the Science Centre allow students to try their hand at laboratory work. Finally, Science Month in September brings you a whole month of fun science competitions, exhibitions and talks. Click here to find out why you should have a passion for science.
If you are already in biomedical research, do not confine yourself to the realms of your laboratories. Participate in events that allow you to network with other researchers and explore collaboration opportunities. One excellent platform is the series of symposia launched by the Biomedical Research Council (BMRC) to foster networking and collaboration amongst locally based scientists and industry players.
Undergraduate Research Opportunity Programme
The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Programme (UROP) gives students a chance to participate in active research in their respective fields of study. It aims to engage students in the processes of intellectual inquiry, problem solving, and creative thinking, and enhance intellectual exchange and collaboration between undergraduates and faculty.
UROP is offered in the School of Computing and the Faculties of Dentistry, Engineering, Law, Medicine, and Science. Students conduct research under the supervision of faculty members. Typically, they are expected to spend a few hours each week on their projects during the semester, working full time on them during the vacation.
Working is not the only way to contribute and move forward. Consider upgrading your academic qualifications. Find out from A*STAR about the types of scholarship and fellowship programs available.
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