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National Resource for Network Biology (NRNB)

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The National Resource for Network Biology (NRNB) organizes the development of free, open source software technologies to enable network-based visualization, analysis, and biomedical discovery. Biomedical research is increasingly dependent on knowledge expressed in terms of networks, including gene, protein and drug interactions, cell-cell and viral-host communication, and vast social networks. Our technologies enable researchers to assemble and analyze these networks and to use them to better understand biological systems and, in particular, how they fail in disease.

The NRNB mentoring organization includes projects such as Cytoscape, WikiPathways, SBML, and cBioPortal. This is a great opportunity to work at the intersection of biology and computing! For example, Cytoscape is downloaded 16,000 times per month by researchers. We take mentoring seriously and are proud of our >90% success rate with former students and projects. But don't take our word for it, read testimonials from prior NRNB students students and mentors.

Find out more about the software projects being developed in coordination with NRNB. Also refer to the NRNB GSoC page for additional resources and application tips.

Application Instructions

  • Twitter: Start with this Google Doc template. Copy and paste the contents into your own, new Google Doc and begin filling it out. Get in contact with your potential mentors (listed per project) as soon as possible to get input and feedback on your application. Submit your application well before the deadline. Late submissions will NOT be considered.

##Template:

### ####Personal Background

  • Name, email, links
  • Education and relevant work experience ####Relevant Skills
  • What are your languages of choice and how do they relate to the project?
  • Any prior experience with open source development?
  • What do you want to learn this summer?
  • Any prior exposure to biology or bioinformatics? ####Project Proposal
  • Project overview, expanded from your mentor’s (or your original) idea
  • Project details. Multiple sections describing key aspects of the project. Provide as much detail as possible
  • Strong applicants include an implementation plan and timeline (hint!)
  • Refer to and link to other projects or products that illustrate your ideas
  • Identify possible hurdles and questions that will require more research and planning ####Your Availability
  • When do your classes and exams finish?
  • Do you have any other school-related activities scheduled during the coding period?
  • Do you have a full- or part-time job or internship planned for this summer?
  • How many hours per week do have available for a summer project?