NCAS Board Member Awarded $250K grant for chemistry research

Dr. Evan Reynolds is the NCAS Treasurer and Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Physics at Campbell University. He was awarded a $250,000 grant to support undergraduate chemistry research. Dr. Reynolds and his students will study the application of thiamine diphosphate-dependent enzymes towards current challenges in chemical synthesis.

Campbell University News Release

Reflections on the 2023 NCAS Annual Meeting

This is the first in a short series: Reflections on the 2023 NCAS Annual Meeting.  We had so many great comments from the UNCP Compass group that would not fit in their newsletter article, so we will be running one quote a day for the next couple of weeks.

The students who shared their reflections are listed in the table below.

Enjoy! Here is the first installment:

It was an exciting and informative event for all of us and provided a great platform for us to learn from and engage with talented students from various fields.

Job Posting: NCSU Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar

 https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/178210

The Biotechnology Program (BIT) at North Carolina State University invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar in the area of molecular biology. This is a 12-month position and is renewable for up to 3 years based on performance and funding availability.

Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include teaching sections at the graduate and undergraduate levels of an existing course that explores manipulation and expression of recombinant DNA and developing and implementing a new laboratory course in a cutting-edge area of molecular biotechnology in the fellow’s area of expertise. There are opportunities for mentoring of undergraduate students in authentic research projects and discipline-based education research (DBER) studies.

Astronomy Days 2023: The Quest for Extraterrestrial Life

 What? Astronomy Days – 2-day spectacular event featuring cool exhibits, presentations, crafts, and explorations of the universe. Free, in person, and open to the public.

Theme? Humans in Space: Past, Present, and Future!

When? Saturday-Sunday, January 28-29, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Where? NC Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh

NC Academy of Science (NCAS) booth: The Quest for Extraterrestrial Life

How can I help?  Join the Academy in its booth featuring living animals of extreme environments, living plants small enough to fit onto necklaces, games and crafts featuring extreme environments, and engaging the public in the excitement of science.

Why should I help?  It’s a lot of fun, an opportunity for community outreach, and you can volunteer for as little or as much time as you want, leaving plenty of time to visit other booths and events.  No prior experience or special skills needed!

Who volunteers for the NCAS booth?  College and high school students, faculty, and museum volunteers typically assist in our spacious booth (inside the Curiosity Classroom), which is furnished with several tables and chairs.

Who should I contact about volunteering?  Lisa Kelly (lisa.kelly@uncp.edu; 910-521-6377) or Maria Pickering (mpickering@meredith.edu)

Where can I park?  Free parking is available within walking distance of the museum.

Congratulations to the 2022 Yarbrough Awardees!

The Yarborough grant committee is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 awards.

Anna Braaten from Campbell University mentored by Dr. Stephanie Mathews.

Caleb Fluno from Lenoir-Rhyne University  mentored by Dr. Carly York

Alexander Gehron from Catawba University  mentored by Dr. Carmony Hartwig

Sarina Maybank from Fayetteville State University mentored by Dr. Danielle Graham

Heather McDowell from Lenoir-Rhyne University mentored by Dr. Marsha Fanning

Tanner White from Lenoir-Rhyne University mentored by Dr. Judy Moore

STEM for All Video Showcase

Check it out by clicking HERE and vote for your favorite!

The COMPASS2 scholarship program, directed by Marisol Santisteban at UNCP, has been hard at work and would love for you to see their work and vote. Click on the “Vote for Public Choice” thumb icon under the video to make your vote. The vote closes on May 17.