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- Posted Tuesday January 5, 2016
Applications open for 10th year of Helios Scholars at TGen biomedical research internships
8-week paid summer program pairs students with TGen researchers in significant efforts to benefit patients
PHOENIX, Ariz. - Jan. 5, 2016 - The Translational
Genomics Research Institute (TGen)today began seeking 45
students for its 2016Helios Scholars at
TGenbiomedical research internship program, supported
for the 10th year by the Helios Education Foundation. Arizona
students are encouraged to apply.
Helios Scholars at TGenis the research institute's
flagship summer internship program for Arizona students looking to
further their interest in bioscience and medicine. Helios Scholars
work in TGen's laboratories - receiving one-on-one mentorship from
TGen scientists - on research projects that aim for new discoveries
about illnesses such as neurological disorders, infectious diseases
and many types of cancer.
"We look forward to recognizing the 10th anniversary
ofHelios Scholars at TGenthroughout 2016,"
said Paul J. Luna, President and CEO, Helios Education Foundation.
"The program has become one of the most sought after bioscience
internships in Arizona, providing opportunities for intensive,
hands-on learning to a diverse student population."
Nearly 400 students have completed theHelios Scholars at
TGenprogram since it began in 2007. The eight-week,
full-time, paid internships are open to Arizona high school,
undergraduate and graduate level students, including those in
medical school. More than 600 students applied in 2015.
"I wouldn't be where I am today without the learning experiences
and research opportunities I received throughHelios
Scholars at TGen," said Megan Russell, who completed the
Helios program in 2009 and now works as a bioinformatician in
TGen's Neurogenomics Division.She nowserves as a mentor
to new classes of Helios Scholars.
"I highly recommend that any student in Arizona planning on going
into the fields of bioscience or medicine apply for
theHelios Scholars at TGenprogram," said Juan
Rodriguez, who completed the Helios program this past summer. He
received his Bachelor's Degree in Applied Mathematics from Arizona
State University in December, and will soon start graduate school
studies in Software Engineering and Bioinformatics while working in
labs at ASU and TGen.
In addition to patient-focused research, Helios Scholars
participate in professional development seminars, including science
communication, public speaking, and basic business etiquette, as
well as social activities to build and strengthen relationships
between students.
Scholars boast an array of impressive accomplishments including
acceptance into top tier graduate and medical schools, unique
career developments, national awards and scholarships, and
authorship credit in numerous scientific publications.
"Helios Scholars at TGenhas helped launch the
careers of many promising and talented researchers and physicians,
and after a decade is beginning to add significantly to the
bioscience workforce landscape in Arizona. In partnership
with Helios, we have been able to provide hundreds of
highly-motivated students the unique opportunity to contribute to
innovative, patient-centric research" said Dr. Jeffrey Trent, TGen
President and Research Director.
Applications for the 10th class ofHelios Scholars at
TGenwill be accepted through Feb. 12 atwww.tgen.org/intern. For more
information, contact Julie Euber, TGen Education and Outreach
Specialist, at 602-343-8459, or[email protected].
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About Helios Education Foundation
Helios Education Foundation is focused on creating opportunities
for individuals in Arizona and Florida to succeed in postsecondary
education by advancing the academic preparedness of all students
and fostering a high-expectation, college-going culture. Through a
decade of strategic partnership and investment, Helios has
identified Early Grade Success, College and Career Readiness and
Postsecondary Completion as the three most critical reform
priorities in achieving our long term goal.
As an engaged foundation, embedded in communities across both
states, the Foundation is contributing its expertise and financial
resources to better prepare students for college and career in a
globally-competitive economy. Since 2006, Helios has invested more
than $170 million in education-related programs and initiatives in
Arizona and Florida. For more information about the Foundation,
visitwww.helios.org.
Press Contact:
Rebecca Lindgren
Marketing Communications Director
Helios Education Foundation
602-381-2294
[email protected]
About TGen
Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) is a Phoenix,
Arizona-based non-profit organization dedicated to conducting
groundbreaking research with life changing results. TGen is focused
on helping patients with neurological disorders, cancer, and
diabetes, through cutting edge translational research (the process
of rapidly moving research towards patient benefit). TGen
physicians and scientists work to unravel the genetic components of
both common and rare complex diseases in adults and children.
Working with collaborators in the scientific and medical
communities literally worldwide, TGen makes a substantial
contribution to help our patients through efficiency and
effectiveness of the translational process. For more information,
visit:www.tgen.org. Follow TGen onFacebook,LinkedInandTwitter @TGen.
Press Contact:
Steve Yozwiak
TGen Senior Science Writer
602-343-8704
[email protected]
