Our visit to the Lutz Lab at the UW Department of Bioengineering gave students a behind‑the‑scenes look at how point‑of‑care diagnostic technologies are developed. The lab team welcomed us into their space, walked us through ongoing projects, and shared how their work aims to improve global health through accessible, rapid diagnostic tools. It was an inspiring afternoon filled with thoughtful questions and interesting conversations about translational research pathways. Whether students were curious about global health innovation or simply wanted to…

BioExplore had a great time connecting with students at this year’s Winter RSO Fair. Our booth welcomed everyone from first‑year students curious about research to upper‑division Engineering majors looking to get more involved in the community. Throughout the event, we shared upcoming opportunities, talked about our mission, and helped students get connected with the BioExplore network. Visitors stopped by to join our mailing list, follow our Instagram, and meet members of our leadership team. We loved seeing so many new…

Our Hot Chocolate Social was the perfect way to unwind before finals week. More than 20 students attended, gathering for a fun evening of conversation over hot chocolate and cookies. Students were able to connect with each other, share research interests, and meet members of the BioExplore leadership team. We loved seeing everyone come together and are excited to do this again next year!   Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm Location: Foege North Lobby  

Date: Thursday, November 5th, 2020 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Want to start volunteering in a lab, but don’t know where to begin? BioExplore is excited to announce our “Getting Started in Research Workshop”, featuring presentations and open discussions. Join us to discover undergraduate research openings perfect for you, receive one-on-one feedback on resumes, emails, and lab recommendations, learn how to contact professors and graduate students, and more!

Date: Thursday, November 5th, 2020 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm BioExplore is hosting an event featuring presentations by various Mentors from our Spring Mentorship Program. Hear firsthand from undergraduate and graduate researchers about their research projects and their paths towards securing their current position. Join us over Zoom this Friday, May 7 at 6:00 pm for an exciting opportunity to interact with speakers from various areas of research and learn directly about their research journeys!

Date: Thursday, October 14th, 2021 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm We will walk you through the step-by-step process of getting into a research lab! We will also discuss ways to find and secure research opportunities, tips for securing a research position, and advice for getting the most out of your research experience. After the workshop, you will also have an opportunity to get feedback on your email and cover letter drafts for research applications! Join us via Zoom to be…