Participation
Why participate as a student Trainee?
The IMPACTS program features five components focused on training the next generation of scientists that can employ computational and data science approaches to analyze and interpret heterogeneous, multi-scale measurement data to predict plant responses in variable environments at local to global scales.
At the end of the program, the trainee will:
- Obtain foundational knowledge in both biology and computation through project-based learning where the Trainees work collaboratively to resolve challenging problems.
- Have the expertise to identify unresolved questions interfacing plant biology and computation, and to develop and execute innovative research approaches to address them.
- Gain verbal and written communication skills to interact with their peers across disciplines and with a wide range of stakeholders, including policymakers and the public.
- Develop leadership and management skills so the Trainees can take on leadership roles in collaborative teams and manage project efficiently.
- Develop teaching and mentoring skills so the Trainees become effective communicators in the classroom and can serve as a mentor in a collaborative team.
The program is designed to prepare Trainees for a wide range of career options in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in academia, industry, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and beyond. You will interact with a group of highly motivated Trainees with divergent background and expertise as a cohort.
There are three potential ways to participate in the program:
- For students seeking travel support ​​​​​​
Why participate as a Trainer?
Trainer responsibilities:
- Advise or co-advise on trainee project.
- Help ensure trainee participation in program activities specified in the Trainee responsibilities section.
- Serve on an NRT committee (e.g., recruitment, curriculum, executive, symposium, see the Organization tab in this page).
- Jointly instruct a course (see current course offering)
- Organize an outreach event for the program.
To be considered for a role as a trainer, please provide the following two documents to nrt@msu.edu:
- An email statement of interest that indicates:
- Evidence of and/or plan to engage in interdisciplinary efforts that align with program goals;
- Your interest and availability to contribute to one or more of the Trainer responsibilities (see above).
- Full CV.