The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) offers fellowships that aim to acquaint journalists with the laboratory and field research done at the MBL in Woods Hoie. The MBL, an affiliate of the University of Chicago, is an international center for research and education in biological and environmental sciences. The fellowship program, offered through the MBL’s Logan Science Journalism Program, will take place between May 30 and June 8. The deadline to apply is March 1.
Fellows may choose either the Biomedical Hands-On Research Course or the Environmental Hands-On Research Course. The emphasis is on research activities, enriched by discussions, scientific talks, and excursions.
Alumni of the MBL Logan Science Journalism Program include hundreds of prominent journalists from U.S. and international media outlets, according to a press release. There are alumni testimonials at the MBL website.
In the Biomedical Hands-On Course, health and science journalists will be exposed to the fundamental techniques and concepts of cell and molecular biology that underlie current approaches to biomedical research.
Fellows in the Environmental Hands-On Course will experience field and laboratory science, both at the MBL and at a field site on Cape Cod, where they will see how human activities are shaping the health and functioning of a coastal ecosystem.
To apply, visit mbl.edu/sjp and submit an application. Travel, room and board, and all course and activity fees are underwritten by the fellowship.