WELCOME BRUINS!

We serve students in the life science, physical science, and engineering research disciplines. Our mission is to promote, develop, and celebrate undergraduate research, with the overall goal of enhancing your undergraduate education. We are here to assist students at every point in their research careers. For students who are interested but not yet involved in research, we provide resources to help you find faculty-mentored research projects. For current student researchers, we offer a variety of programs that provide scholarships as well as academic and professional development resources.

To learn how to get involved in faculty-mentored research, watch a recording of our Getting into Research presentation above.

VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS ON SEPTEMBER 21, 9:00 AM – NOON

Ask us anything! After watching the Getting into Research presentation above, join our virtual office hours on September 21 from 9 AM – noon. URC staff members will be available to answer any questions you might have about research or our Center’s programs & services. Drop-in anytime to connect with our team. We look forward to meeting you!

Click here to join the virtual Office Hours Zoom Meeting.

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Click here to join our mailing list! Stay connected with our Center to receive updates on upcoming scholarships, programs, events, and other research-related opportunities.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND PROGRAMS

Explore our Website

EXPLORE OUR WEBSITE

For more information about finding undergraduate research opportunities, click the Getting Started tab in the menu bar.

For student researchers who are interested in our programs and scholarship opportunities, click the Programs and Scholarships tab in the menu bar.

To learn how to earn course credit for your faculty-mentored research, visit the SRP-99 page in the Courses tab.

For a list of upcoming workshops and events, bookmark the Events page located on our home page. We schedule several Getting into Research & SRP-99 workshops each quarter and offer additional workshops in the winter and spring in preparation for Undergraduate Research Week.

To learn more about student groups and organizations at UCLA, click on the tabs to the right. →→→

Biomedical Research Minor

BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH MINOR

The Minor in Biomedical Research is a free-standing minor, not associated with any one department – students from any major are eligible to apply. Outside of the introductory course, there is no prerequisite. Freshmen are encouraged to apply!

After you enroll, our faculty help to place you into the laboratory of one of the many participating faculty from the College, School of Medicine or School of Engineering, where you conduct at least four quarters of research, culminating in a senior thesis. You must also complete five courses from an interdisciplinary curriculum that focuses on skills necessary for success in research as well as the interface of science with policy, ethics, history and philosophy.

Entry into the Minor is competitive; you must submit an application no later than the end of the first quarter of your third year. Before applying to the Minor, you must take an introductory course.

Website: https://www.biomedresearchminor.ucla.edu/

CityLab

CITYLAB AT UCLA

CityLab is a science educational program run by UCLA undergraduate and graduate students to introduce high school students in the Los Angeles area to the rapidly developing world of biotechnology through hands on laboratory experience. CityLab provides a forum for UCLA students to serve as mentors to the high school students we serve, practice effective teaching skills through interactive presentations, and execute experiments in a laboratory setting.

Fall 2022 Info Sessions
October 4 & 5, 6:00-9:00 PM in Haines Hall, Room 39.

https://www.citylabatucla.com/
citylabatucla@gmail.com

CTSI-RAP

CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE – RESEARCH ASSOCIATES PROGRAM (CTSI-RAP)

Clinical and Translational Science Institute – Research Associates Program (CTSI-RAP) is an organization that offers undergraduate students the opportunity of engaging with clinical research through a wide range of projects while also acquiring volunteer hours through the UCLA Health System. The most impactful part of the program is connecting undergraduate students with potential Principal Investigators so that the students may assist with clinical research studies. We are also one of the few student organizations that enables students to shadow physicians. We hold weekly meetings that include speakers ranging from medical students to world-renowned physicians conducting cutting edge clinical research. Applications for the program open in early Fall; second years, third years, and first year transfers may apply. Those not eligible to apply are freshman and those students who have only one year left at UCLA.

ctsi.rap.recruitment@gmail.com

https://ctsi.ucla.edu/pages/rap

CURE

CURE AT UCLA

CURE at UCLA is an organization of undergraduate researchers who are dedicated to improving the undergraduate research experience. We aim to provide students with the resources and mentorship that they need to succeed through the implementation of an internal curriculum and external workshops. CURE integrates resources and information from student organizations, faculty, and the Undergraduate Research Center to provide students with a comprehensive and cohesive guide to approaching undergraduate research.

http://cureatucla.weebly.com/
cureatucla@gmail.com

Please keep an eye out on our Facebook or join our email list to stay updated on our upcoming events and learn how to get involved with CURE at UCLA.

Materials Research

MATERIALS RESEARCH SOCIETY AT UCLA (MRS)

MRS is dedicated to students interested in Materials Science and Engineering. We host weekly professional, research, and social events that strive to provide guidance for students and develop a strong, close-knit community. We also have a mentorship program that pairs new members with current students to help them throughout their college journey. Open to all majors, we would love to have you join us at any event that interests you!

Website: http://seas.ucla.edu/mrs/

Facebook/Instagram: @MRSUCLA

Email: materialsresearchbruins@gmail.com

Our Fall General Meeting is Tuesday, October 13th. Visit our social media for the zoom link!

SACNAS

SOCIETY FOR ADVANCEMENT OF CHICANOS/HISPANICS AND NATIVE AMERICANS IN SCIENCE (SACNAS AT UCLA CHAPTER)

SACNAS is dedicated to increasing the number of underrepresented students in higher education and in science. We are open to undergraduates, graduate students, transfer students, community college students, post-docs, faculty and staff who share a common concern about equal access to education, who has interest in outreach and/or is in need of opportunities in academic leadership and participation.  All majors and backgrounds welcome!

Website: http://www.sacnasatucla.com/

Science Journal

UCLA UNDERGRADUATE SCIENCE JOURNAL (USJ)

The UCLA Undergraduate Science Journal is a peer-reviewed publication registered with the Library of Congress, highlighting the top-quality research performed by UCLA undergraduates in all STEM fields, including life sciences, engineering, statistics, physics, mathematics, and computer science. We aim to provide a multidisciplinary platform that (1) allows students to publish their research and engage with the larger research community at UCLA and (2) involves students with the peer-review process. The USJ staff consists of three boards: Review Board, Editorial Board, and Layout Board, and submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer review process run completely by undergraduate students.

www.uclausj.weebly.com
usjucla@gmail.com

Fall info session TBA. Applications will be available at www.uclausj.weebly.com and will be due in November.