
05/02/2022
A recap of CUSJ this year!
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The Columbia Undergraduate Science Journal is a peer-reviewed, professional-level, open-access academic publication that is committed to publishing manuscripts of the highest scholarship resulting from significant scientific research or outstanding scientific analysis. Each paper published in the CUSJ undergoes a double-blind peer review process facilitated by the Journal's Editorial Review Board
The Columbia Undergraduate Science Journal is a peer-reviewed, professional-level, open-access academic publication that is committed to publishing manuscripts of the highest scholarship resulting from significant scientific research or outstanding scientific analysis. Each paper published in the CUSJ undergoes a double-blind peer review process facilitated by the Journal's Editorial Review Board
Operating as usual
A recap of CUSJ this year!
Join CUSJ this thursday from 8-9 for Throwback science night! We’ll be making ooblek and slime, lava lamps and will also have a spaghetti and marshmallow tower building contest!!
Whether you’re interested in scientific research, journalism, or policy, the National Undergraduate Conference on Scientific Journalism is the place to be on April 23rd!
The conference, which is the largest of its kind, will virtually bring together hundreds of student-scientists and 20 colleges and universities from across the United States to discuss research ethics and practice, the publication process, the role of student journals, and more.
This year's conference will feature 2022 Nobel Prize nominee Maria Elena Bottazi, Pulitzer Prize winner Jonathan Weiner, Applied Math Professor Emeritus Mark Cane, and YouTuber Professor Dave Explains. Register in our linktree!
Want to publish scientific research as an undergraduate? Curious about the spread of scientific information? Whether you’re interested in scientific research, journalism, or policy, the National Undergraduate Conference on Scientific Journalism is the place to be on April 23rd!
This year's conference will take place on Zoom from 10:45 am to 4:30 pm EST, and YOU are invited to attend. This event, which is the largest of its kind, will bring together hundreds of student-scientists and 20 undergraduate research journals from across the nation to discuss research ethics and practice, the publication process, the role of student journals, and much more!
Speakers include 2022 Nobel Peace Prize nominee Maria Elena Bottazzi, Vetlesen Laureate Mark Cane, Pulitzer Prize winner Jonathan Weiner, and YouTuber Professor Dave Explains. The featured panels are Credibility and Accessibility in Research Consumption, Science in Partisanship, and Careers in Scientific Communication.
Register here! https://bit.ly/3ueh7n0
Interested in presenting your research? Apply to Columbia’s Research Symposium by April 10th at bit.ly/columbiasymposium
The Columbia Science Review presents Science Week 2022, a celebration of scientific advancement and pursuit! We are hosting five events over five days to highlight diversity in STEM and initiatives regarding equity and inclusion in science. Check out each of our events below:
Monday, April 4th at 4:00 pm on ZOOM — Dr. Veronica Barcelona Keynote
https://columbiauniversity.zoom.us/j/91853505236
Passcode: science
Tuesday, April 5th at 7:00 pm in URIS 332 — Graduate Student Panel
Wednesday, April 6th at 7:45 pm in CHANDLER 402 — Women in STEM Panel
Thursday, April 7th at 8:00 pm in URIS 141 — Black Scientists Panel
Friday, April 8th at 1:00 pm in URIS 332 — Dr. Faye McNeill Keynote
Ever wondered what your dog is really thinking about? Come to CUSJ’s Event: Inside the Minds of Dogs! Hear from the Horowitz Lab at Barnard as they discuss what it is really like to be a dog
Sign up for spring presentation night by filling out the form in our linktree (in our bio)
Have an interesting idea or something you’re passionate about that you want to share? Want a chance to earn money while testing out your newest chemistry comedy bit? Come to CUSJ’s Spring Presentation Night
During our event, participants will give a short talk of any formality and format on a STEM topic of interest. After all the presentations are over, the audience will vote for their favorite talk and the winner will receive a Cash Prize! Fill out the interest form in our bio if you’d like to participate!
Have an interesting idea or something you’re passionate about that you want to share? Want a chance to earn money while testing out your newest chemistry comedy bit? Come to CUSJ’s Spring Presentation Night
During our event, participants will give a short talk of any formality and format on a STEM topic of interest. After all the presentations are over, the audience will vote for their favorite talk and the winner will receive a Cash Prize! Fill out the interest form in our bio if you’d like to participate!
Introducing our new CJSJ members! We’re so happy to have you all with us 💙💙
Introducing our new CJSJ members! We’re so happy to have you all on our editorial board 💙💙
CUSJ is excited to host the annual Spring Research Symposium. If you're passionate about scientific research, this is a great opportunity to gain experience with presenting. All undergraduates are welcome, including those who do not attend Columbia. Fill out the form (bit.ly/columbiasymposium) to apply & email us at [email protected] with any questions.
Last but definitely not least in our new editor intros is Teia Bratu! Teia is a freshman at CC studying Neuroscience. She joined CUSJ after being part of the CJSJ symposium as a junior in high school. After becoming friends with the awesome judges, Teia knew she wanted to be a part of the CUSJ community. More than that, she wants to help foster a scientific community among STEM students on campus. She is most interested in learning about Alzheimer’s Disease and the progression of neurodegenerative diseases, but almost anything in the field of biology sparks her interest. In her free time, Teia loves volleyball, photography, hiking, skiing, journalism, EMS, and finding places with good food. Fun fact! CUSJ played a huge role in Teia’s decision to apply ED to Columbia! Well, we’re so glad you love CUSJ as much as we do. Welcome to the team Teia!!
And that concludes our new editor intros! We’re so glad to have each and every one of you on our wonderful team. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for CUSJ next! :))
Next is Kazi Rabbe for our new editor intros! Kazi is a freshman at SEAS studying mechanical engineering. From Tulsa, OK, Kazi is super fascinated with space and more specifically, spaceflight! During his free time, he likes to play basketball with friends, watch sports and Netflix shows, and make whipped coffee. Fun fact! He had a pet bird named Larry Bird! Welcome to CUSJ!
We also have a resuming editing event coming up where we've partnered up with Beyond Barnard!
Here's the info:
STEM Resume Best Practices
November 12 (7PM Eastern)
Led by Beyond Barnard, in partnership with Columbia Undergraduate Science Journal
For STEM students (Barnard AND Columbia!!) heading into research jobs (across academia, industry, government, and nonprofits) after college, it's important to understand basic resume best practices — and to get some insights on the job market in the field more generally. Join us for a presentation on how to prepare your resume specific to STEM. Led by Beyond Barnard's Dean A-J Aronstein, this presentation will address:
- Resume best practices: positioning transferable skills, coursework, projects, and more as a STEM student
- What the job market and timeline looks for research roles at the entry level
- Questions that attendees bring to the table throughout the virtual conversation
The event is open to all students interested in STEM fields.
FB event: https://fb.me/e/3vDnlI5UD
Register at this link: https://barnard.joinhandshake.com/events/612290
Questions about attending? Please email Beyond Barnard at [email protected]. A recording of this session will be shared with all registrants. Attendance is, of course, encouraged!
Next up in our new editor intros we have Jennifer Lin! Jennifer is a freshman at CC pursuing sustainable development, and she is from Jericho, New York. She loves cell biology and finds if fascinating that trillions of tiny cells have such intricate functions in the day to day operations of organisms! She joined CUSJ in hopes of advocating for other students so that they can also pursue their passions in science. In her free time, Jennifer loves to read, online shop, and TikTok. Her proudest accomplishment is her complete collection of quarters from all 50 states. Welcome to CUSJ!
Up next in our new editor intros is Aaron Jackson! Aaron is a freshman at CC pursuing biochemistry. He is from Draper, Utah, and he loves to run, swim, and explore the city (socially distanced, of course!). After spending 2 years in Spain before coming to college, Aaron decided to join CUSJ to find a supportive and friendly community within the science community at Columbia! Welcome to the fam, Aaron!
We’ve got Ana Beatriz Bonfim up next in our new editor intros! Ana is a junior at Barnard studying biochemistry. Growing up in Brasília, Brazil, she is interested in exploring the intersection of bioinorganic chemistry and materials science research for human health-related applications. During her free time, she annoys her two cats, watches the NBA with her sister, listens to Brazilian music, and obsesses over TV shows. Fun fact! She is a part of an all-female Afro-Brazilian drumming band and has performed all over NYC and even in Carnival in Brazil! Welcome to CUSJ!
Next in our new editor intros is Gloria Charite! Gloria is a sophomore at CC studying neuroscience and human behavior. Growing up in Kigali City, Rwanda, she loves science, especially brain science. Before joining CUSJ, she has been a spectator of new science technologies and fascinating advancements. Now at this perfect playground for a community of fellow science committed players, she looks forward to being actively involved in the exciting process of producing science materials and making scientific information available to everyone. During her free time, she reads books, listens to music, and talks to friends and family. Fun fact! She has 4 or more nicknames :D. Welcome to CUSJ!
We’ve got Vanshika Sriram up next in our new editor intros! Vanshika is a freshman in SEAS from South Brunswick, New Jersey! She is studying biomedical engineering. She is interested in learning about nanomedicine, biotechnology, and astrophysics. In her spare time she enjoys drawing, sewing, watching tv, and drinking bubble tea. Fun Fact! She used to know the capital of every country. Welcome to CUSJ!
Up next in our new editor intros is Laurelle Lee Young! Laurelle is a junior in Columbia college studying biochemistry with a concentration in computer science. She's really excited to be a part of CUSJ as a community with a diverse range of STEM specialties! Her current area of interest is genetic regulation, specifically how mechanisms of RNA regulation and ncRNA degradation may shed light on other areas in genetics and raise questions about links to related diseases. This quarantine, Laurelle has kept busy in her hometown the Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago by cutting her hair, doing yoga, going on runs with a mask and sketching random objects around the house. Her favourite Soca song is Savannah Grass, by Kes the Band. Welcome to CUSJ!
Next in our new editor intros is Zoe Zager! Zoe is a junior pursuing a double major in physics and math at Columbia College. She joined CUSJ in order to focus on her writing and editing skills while having the opportunity to meet other people studying science at Columbia. Although her primary interests are in more theoretical and abstract fields, she is also interested in learning more about biology and computer science through her involvement with CUSJ! Some of Zoe's favorite quarantine past-times, both in her hometown of Detroit Michigan and on-campus, include running, reading, trying out new coffee shops, and playing the saxophone and piano. For Zoe, the hardest part of being home for the summer was missing the one true love of her life: JJs smoothies! Welcome to CUSJ Zoe!
Up next in our new editor intros is Natasha Sharma! Natasha is a sophomore at Barnard from Newton, Massachusetts interested in studying chemistry and biochemistry. Her driving motivation is to make science and scientific literature more accessible to those in other fields! Science fascinates her because of its ability to provide people with another lens through which we can see and understand the world around us. She is particularly interested in healthcare and public health, specifically the intersection between social and hard sciences such as sociology and biology. Natasha enjoys running, biking, playing water polo, cooking, and spending time with her friends and family. Fun fact about Natasha: her house was on a home improvement show! Welcome to CUSJ Natasha!
Next in our new editor intros is Shloka Janapaty! Shloka is a freshman in SEAS from San Jose who plans to study chemical or mechanical engineering. Shloka’s research has given her a broad interest in reconfiguring systems and resources for a sustainable future. She’s primarily focused on contaminant transport, energy efficiency, and cool microbes; her most recent project reevaluates heat transfer processes in rotary kilns. Shloka likes to think of science as the analytical witness of inextricable connections in the natural world. Her favorite element of research is creativity. In her free time, she enjoys hiking and reading. Fun Fact: Shloka can only snap with her left pinky finger. Welcome to CUSJ!
Next in our new editor intros is Anushka Gupta! Anushka is a freshman in SEAS from San Diego studying computer science. Anushka is interested in science and research, especially at the intersection of data science and physics. She says she has seen shows with inspirational montages of research breakthroughs and has always wanted to be a part of that montage! In her free time, Anushka loves hiking, dancing, and cooking. Fun Fact! She has collected travel pamphlets from all of the places she has visited, and plans to make a collage of them in the future! Welcome to CUSJ!
Up next in our new editor intros is Samantha Turk! Samantha is a first year at Barnard studying Biochemistry. She is interested in learning about epigenetics, particularly with regard to its role in diseases like cancer and its applications to drug development. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, playing cards, listening to music, and going to museums. Fun fact: Samantha has two dogs named Hershey and Coco! Welcome to CUSJ Samantha!
Next up in our new editor intros is Stan DeLaurentiis! Stan is a sophomore in CC studying Astrophysics with a concentration in EALAC. He is interested in (and researching!) the relationship between the stellar age, rotation period, and magnetic activity of low mass stars. In his free time, Stan is working on starting a streetwear fashion brand (he does it all!). Fun fact: Stan was in a Chinese game show! Welcome to the team Stan!
Next up in our new editor introductions we have Nadiia Dubchak! Nadiia is a sophomore in CC prospectively studying Environmental Science. Nadiia is from Kyiv, Ukraine, where she became passionate about environmental sustainability. She is a Research Assistant at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, where she is researching climate variability and the carbon cycle, and she enjoys exploring renewable energies and socio-economic impacts of climate changes. At CUSJ, Nadiia hopes to further grow as a scientist, help highlight research in Environmental Science, and also advocate for scientific literacy among youth. In her free time, Nadiia likes to try out new plant-based foods with friends, run to dramatic synth wave pop, and watch Soviet cinema. Fun fact! Since childhood, Nadiia has really loved getting vaccinations, and she recently had laser eye surgery, which she finds extremely exciting! What can we say… she really loves science! Welcome to CUSJ, Nadiia!
To kick off our new editor introductions, we have Mehdi Elfiali! Mehdi is a sophomore in CC studying Biology or Chemistry. Hailing from Montclair, NJ, Mehdi joined CUSJ to challenge himself to build new skills in editing and scientific writing that will last a lifetime. He is interested in chemistry, computer science, and machine learning, and wishes he had more time to learn about these fascinating topics. In his free time, Mehdi plays a lot of Warzone and soccer and hopes to be a part of the Columbia Soccer team. Fun fact: both of Mehdi’s parents were born and raised in Morocco! Mehdi is super excited to get to know everyone, and we’re super excited to get to know you! Welcome to the CUSJ team, Mehdi!
We're partnering with the Biological Sciences Career Initiative (BSCI) for an event!
The Biological Sciences Career Initiative (BSCI) is hosting an informal virtual career panel on Thursday, September 24th at 6pm. The topic of the event will be "Your Path to Graduate School." Panelists from the MA in Biotechnology, PhD in Biological Sciences, and MD/PhD programs, along with a postdoctoral fellow, will participate in a Q&A to discuss their experiences applying to graduate school and in their programs.
Registration for the event is at the following link: www.eventbrite.com/e/your-path-to-grad-school-tickets-120465388219
FB event: https://www.facebook.com/events/308041427095728
Zoom link: https://columbiauniversity.zoom.us/j/92700500574
A panel of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows answer your questions about undergraduate research, applying to grad school, & more
Posting for our friends over at WISC!
Come join Women in Science at Columbia (WISC) for our "STEM Grad School Funding Q&A!" On Thursday, September 17th from 5pm-6pm, we will be chatting with a group of current graduate students about how programs are funded in the US and abroad...and how you can be paid to get your degree! RSVP via Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/y54odww2 We welcome all gender identities to participate in our events!
A Q&A on graduate school funding featuring a panel of current Columbia graduate students in STEM!
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