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MCB Class of 2023

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$5,010
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Raised toward our $5,000 Goal
12 Donors
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Project ended on May 19, at 11:59 PM PDT
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MCB Class of 2023 Campaign

Empower the next generation of students with Sponsored Research Awards!

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Students cite their research experiences in MCB labs as one of the most impactful and transformative experiences of their undergraduate careers. Exposure to cutting-edge research provides invaluable opportunities for our students to uncover fascinating truths about the life sciences and ignites their passion for the inspiring work they go on to do in the future.  

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Your gift to the MCB class of 2023 campaign will allow us to support our incredibly driven, committed and talented students by creating $1,000 sponsored research award stipends to allow more MCB majors to have these positive experiences. Funds raised will provide research stipends to declared MCB majors in the 2023-2024 academic year that secure a research placement in an academic or non-profit lab. Focus will be placed on students that are undertaking research for the first time, have financial need, and or are from underrepresented backgrounds. 

.We need your help to make a big impact! Please join us to reach the MCB Class of 2023’s campaign goal of $5,000 and leave a lasting legacy for the next generation. No gift is too small to make a positive difference in the lives of our students!...

Go Bears! 

~MCB Class of 2023   


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Voices of Community Support 

Ameneh Gharabi (MCB Sponsored Research Award Recipient, 2022) | "This award supported me to continue being active in my field of interest. It allowed me to get one step closer to the future me and showed me that what I am doing matters."


Jocelyn Liang (MCB Sponsored Research Award Recipient, 2023) | "Through the lens of biology, I've learned to see the world in a new light. I am truly honored to receive the MCB Research Award, and it reaffirms my commitment to the field of molecular and cell biology and inspires me to continue exploring the endless possibilities of this fascinating discipline. I am grateful for the opportunities that this award has opened up for me, and I am eagerly looking forward to the next phase of my research journey."

Johnny Luu (MCB Sponsored Research Award Recipient, 2023) | "Emerging from the pandemic posed a multitude of hurdles that made it difficult to seek the right resources and opportunities, especially when finally coming in person as a first-generation second-year. It is an honor receiving this award, as it acknowledges the gritty resilience of coming from an underprivileged background to consequently contribute to the advancement of research and academia. I hope to stand as representation for others that are facing these similar challenges and how powerful it is to stay determined!" 
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Brynn Norby (MCB Sponsored Research Award Recipient, 2023) | "As a transfer student who did not have access to research opportunities before attending Berkeley - receiving this award allows me to focus on a research project that has empowered me as a scientist and a student. Being able to study the neuroendocrine effects of stress on female reproductive health even inspired me to co-found a DeCal course on the science of menstruation and female reproductive health with another undergraduate student in my lab, which enables undergraduates to learn about their own reproductive health, rights and destigmatize menstruation. This award means so much to me, so thank you to everyone who made it possible!" 

Alice Tran (MCB Sponsored Research Award Recipient, 2022| "Being a recipient of the MCB Research Award has helped me immerse myself in research, which is something I really wanted to do when I first came to Berkeley. Being able to apply the methods and experiments that I have learned about in class into a hands-on setting has really opened my eyes on how much impact research has on our lives and has helped me realize my future career goals." 

Emre Uludag (MCB Sponsored Research Award Recipient, 2023| "As a first-generation immigrant student, I faced many challenges when I moved to the US with limited resources. However, I remained determined to pursue my passion for medicine and research, and sought out opportunities to develop my skills and knowledge. The sponsored research award from the UC Berkeley MCB Class of 2023 Campaign has been instrumental in allowing me to pursue my research with greater depth and impact. As a recipient of this award, I was allowed to pursue innovative ideas and make meaningful contributions to my field, while also being given the resources and confidence to pursue my academic and career goals with renewed vigor." 


Iswar Hariharan (MCB Department Co-Chair and Professor) "I can still remember the excitement that I experienced when I worked in a research lab for the first time - as an undergraduate. Our department is a great place for undergraduates to do research in labs that are doing some of the best science in the world. We want as many of our undergraduates as possible to spend more time in research labs so that they can experience the joy of discovery. Providing students with stipends for doing research will promote this goal. We are committed to raising funds in as many ways as possible to make this happen." 

Clara Ng-Quinn (MCB Undergraduate Academic Advisor) “I have been a staff MCB advisor for 8 years, and I've watched so many students discover their passion in research. It's amazing to watch students connect their classroom learning to real research applications, and get involved in groundbreaking research projects at the same time! Research stipends will help us be able to better connect students to research opportunities. Your donation will open up so many doors for our MCB students; thank you for supporting undergraduate research!”


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$25

Amino Buddies

Your contribution of $25 will go towards the Friends of Molecular and Cell Biology Fund to support sponsored research stipend awards for MCB undergraduate students in the 2023-2024 academic year.

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Mighty Chondrias

Receive acknowledgement of your support on the MCB website! Your contribution of $50 will go towards the Friends of Molecular and Cell Biology Fund to support sponsored research stipend awards for MCB undergraduate students in the 2023-2024 academic year.

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Estimated Delivery: June 2023

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DNAwesome

Receive a thank you video from an MCB faculty member! Your contribution of $100 will go towards the Friends of Molecular and Cell Biology Fund to support sponsored research stipend awards for MCB undergraduate students in the 2023-2024 academic year.

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Estimated Delivery: June 2023

$250

Helper T-cells

Receive a virtual meet-up with one of our faculty Co-Chairs of department! Your contribution of $250 will go towards the Friends of Molecular and Cell Biology Fund to support sponsored research stipend awards for MCB undergraduate students in the 2023-2024 academic year.

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Estimated Delivery: June 2023

$500

Neuronator

Receive lifetime advising from the Undergraduate Affairs Office! Your contribution of $500 will go towards the Friends of Molecular and Cell Biology Fund to support sponsored research stipend awards for MCB undergraduate students in the 2023-2024 academic year.

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Estimated Delivery: June 2023
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