Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is a higher education institute in China, which enjoys a long history and a world-renowned reputation. Through 127 years of unrelenting effort, SJTU has become a comprehensive and research-oriented top international university in China. SJTU enjoys an ever-increasing level of scientific research excellence and technological innovation.
SJTU Summer Research Internship Program aims to promote international research collaboration and enhance the academic environment at Shanghai Jiao Tong University. It offers excellent undergraduate students from all around the world the opportunity to spend a summer studying at world-class research laboratories, alongside prominent research professors. It will prepare undergraduate students for further studies through intensive research experience with faculty mentors and enrichment activities.
In addition, participants will develop their research skills by enjoying lectures with topics such as “How to Write a Research Essay”, “How to Cooperate in a Project”. Participants will also learn about Chinese language and culture, which will enhance their intercultural awareness and communication.
What Participants will receive?
> Knowledge of the top research projects in China
> The opportunity to work with top Chinese professors, fellows, and students
> A good basis for a career in academic research
> The opportunity to co-author a scientific paper
> Knowledge of Chinese language and culture
> A rewarding and unforgettable experience in China
Eligibility Requirements
> Students from overseas（Non-Chinese Citizen）, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macao are eligible to apply.
> Students must have completed at least one year of an undergraduate program and be enrolled as
a current undergraduate.
> Hold at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.
> Students from non-English speaking countries must provide an English language proficiency certificate: an IELTS with a score no less than 6.0 or a TOEFL with a score no less than 78 points. If you are studying in a fully English taught program, you must provide the relevant certificates.
> Additional requirements vary per laboratory.
Duration
27 June, 2023- 9 August, 2023
Academic Information
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Credit |
3 SJTU Credits |
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Program duration |
In-Lab Hours: 20 hours/week |
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Assessment |
There are three grading sections in this program: |
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Attendance ＝30% |
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Midterm presentation ＝30% |
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Final written report ＝40% |
Application Procedures
Please apply through the website: http://apply.sjtu.edu.cn
The following items shall be uploaded alongside the online application:
> A scan of the identification page of your passport. The passport must be valid for at least 6 more months for the visa application.
> ID photo (similar to a passport photo)
> Curriculum vitae (CV)
> Copy of your most recent academic transcript
> Motivation letter
> Recommendation letter
> Report of your past research experience (if available)
> Language proficiency certificate (if available)
Program Fee
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Application fee (Non-refundable) |
400RMB |
*It is very important that you fill in your name correctly on the online application. You should type in your legal name as it appears on your passport exactly.
Online Application Deadline
30 MAY, 2023
Announcement
You will be notified of the results through our website and an email within two weeks of completing the application.
Certificate and Transcript
After completing the program and submitting the final report, participants will receive an official certificate from the university.
Official transcripts will be sent to the mailing address that you have provided in the application in September, 2023. Students who wish to transfer credits need to obtain pre-approval from the relevant authorities at your home universities.
Timeline
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Preparation for the Application |
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Completion of the online application |
January to May, 2023 |
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Notification of the application result |
February to May, 2023 |
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Registration |
27 June, 2023 |
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Opening Ceremony |
28 June, 2023 |
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Internship |
27 June - 9 August, 2023 |
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Finishing the program survey of issuing of certificates |
30 August, 2023 |
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Transcript delivery |
September, 2023 |
Contact
Email: xiaozhentian2019@sjtu.edu.cn
Website: http://summerprogram.sjtu.edu.cn/
Projects of Bio-X Institutes
Project 106
Research of Genomics Analysis and Genetic Mechanism of Complex Diseases
Contact Information:
Prof. Yongyong Shi
Email: shiyongyong@vip.163.com
Project Description and Objectives:
This lab is focusing on developing new analytical tools for genetic studies, and discovering new genetic mechanisms of cancers, mental disorders, heart diseases and endocrine diseases. The major researching interests include: (1) Development of new experimental methods and data analysis algorithms in molecular genetics ; (2) Identification of common/rare variants associated with complex diseases such as schizophrenia by genome-wide association studies; (3) Performing in vivo and in vitro functional studies for novel mutations to reveal their exact pathogenic mechanisms. (4) Development of the correlated new drug and/or minimally invasive diagnosis for target therapies. Through the above works, we aim to identify risk genes, pathways and mechanisms of drug action for complex diseases and contribute to the precision medicine soon.
Eligibility Requirements:
> Basic knowledge of genetics, statistics and molecular biology.
Main Tasks:
> Bioinformatics
> Chip/sequencing data analysis
> in vivo/vitro functional experiments
Website:
Lab: https://bio-x.sjtu.edu.cn/
School: bio-x.sjtu.edu.cn
Project 107
Developmental regulation mechanism of female germline stem cells development
Contact Information:
Prof. Ji Wu
jiwu@sjtu.edu.cn
Project Description and Objectives:
In recent years, global infertility has increased yearly, with an incidence rate of 10-15%. Method to restore (or repair) ovarian function is the key to the treatment of ovarian dysfunctional infertility. The discovery of adult mammalian and human female germline stem cells has brought new opportunities for the repair of ovarian function and its mechanism. This project mainly takes female germline stem cells as the research object to study the regulatory mechanism of female germline stem cell development. This project will provide a basis for the diagnosis and treatment of oogenesis disorders and other related diseases.
Eligibility Requirements:
> Theoretical analysis ability, logical thinking ability, teamwork ability.
> Interested in reproductive biology and stem cell biology.
Main Tasks:
>Deliver midterm technical presentation.
>Complete final project report.
Website:
Lab: https://bio-x.sjtu.edu.cn/
School: https://bio-x.sjtu.edu.cn/
Project 108
The Mechanisms of Depression and Memory Process
Contact Information:
Prof. Weidong Li
Email: liwd@sjtu.edu.cn
Project Description and Objectives:
Depression has become one of the major challenges of mankind. My lab works on the mechanisms and treatments of depression by using stress-induced depression mouse model, LHPP knock-out depression mouse model and depressive population. In this project, we will explore the neuron function of depressive-like mice with multiple technologies such as behavioural analysis, multi-channel recording, voltage-sensitive dye imaging, transcranial magnetic stimulation and whole-cell recording. The mechanism of learning and memory is one of the fundamental questions in brain science. Thus, we will also investigate the extinction mechanisms of traumatic memories by TRAP, DREADDs and optogenetics strategies. These projects may provide important clues for the mechanisms of depression and memory processes.
Eligibility Requirements:
> Understanding of lab safety.
> Basic knowledge of neuroscience
Main Tasks:
> Discussions and presentations
> Finish research report.
Website:
Lab:
https://lwdlab.sjtu.edu.cn/
School: https://bio-x.sjtu.edu.cn/
