Marine Microbial Interactions: A Tale of Two CititesAdvisor: Dr. Malcolm McFarlandCommittee members: Drs. Amy Wright, Tracy Mincer, Greg O'Corry-CroweIn-Person Location: Harbor Branch LE 103

Science SocialThe Schmidt College of Science is hosting our inaugural Science Social to build our community of future scientists and help our new undergraduate students engage with the college through learning about all the opportunities we offer. Students can learn about degree programs, research opportunities, meet with advisors, learn about joining student organizations, talk with offices from around the university such as the Career Center, speak with faculty members, connect with special units in the college such as the Office of Pre-Health Professions, and more.All students are welcome to attend!Dr. Eric Shaw Excellence in Science Undergraduate Research Poster CompetitionThe Science Social Undergraduate Research Poster Competition includes a $2,000 in awards to the top poster presentations. Schmidt College of Science undergraduate students will have the opportunity to showcase their research projects and innovations. These poster competition awards are generously sponsored by the Dr. Eric Shaw Excellence in Science Undergraduate Research Award to create a platform and opportunity for students in the Schmidt College of Science to participate in the communication of scientific research to their peer groups, faculty and community members.

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Thursdays | September 26 - Nov 14, 2024 Time: 12:00 - 2:20pm Location: Boca Raton Campus, OD-102 (Office Depot Center, first floor)Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or ready to take your existing business to the next level, the Florida Atlantic Adams Center Entrepreneur Boot Camp is for you.Upon completion of the Boot Camp, you will be prepared to enter the prestigious Florida Atlantic Business Pitch Competition or the Tech Runway Venture Program and compete to fund your business.Through 20 contact hours, Entrepreneur Boot Camp students learn:How to deliver value to your customer. How to validate an effective business model. How to create an effective business pitch. How to pitch a plan to investors. How to determine sales methods and how to project sales revenues and expenses. How to find seed funding for your new venture. How to enter the prestigious Florida Atlantic Business Pitch Competition and compete for seed funding. In addition, Entrepreneur Boot Camp students will:Discover the most effective research tools available, from using databases in researching competition to understanding customer segments. Learn how to create a valuable marketing plan. Learn how to gain investor attention from family and friends, crowdsourcing, SBA, and institutional funding. Course Overview Entrepreneur Boot Camp is made up of eight sessions. All participants will receive a certificate upon satisfactory completion of all sessions as well as assignments and class discussions. To receive the certificate, unexcused class absences must not exceed two (2) sessions and participants must be on time.

Nutritional Approach to reducing malformation in Florida pompano (Trachinotus carolinus) larvaeAdvisor: Dr. Marty RicheCommittee members: Drs. Paul Wills, Wendy Sealy, Annie Page