John L. & Léone E. Worden Memorial Award
John Worden earned a Ph.D. in physiology from St. Bonaventure University and taught here from 1933-1973, serving as Professor of Biology for most of that time. He was also chair of the department from 1937-1947 and acting dean of the graduate school from 1943-1945.
This award itself is a distinction, as only the top juniors in the Biology and Biochemistry programs are invited to submit an application. One Worden Award of $1200 is given each year to support a mentored research project in the senior year.
Recent recipients:
- 2013: Kyle M. Alpha (biochemistry major)
- 2012: Jennifer L. Andrews (biochemistry major)
- 2011: Mahmuda Khan (biology major)
- 2010: Kevin P. Cilano (biology major)
Biochemistry Summer Research Opportunities
Summer research opportunities in biochemistry are available on the St. Bonaventure University campus as well as at other institutions.
- On-campus opportunities: Students interested in summer research opportunities at St. Bonaventure should contact:
Dr. Xiao-Ning Zhang
Assistant professor of biology
xzhang@sbu.edu
(716) 375-2485
- Off-campus opportunities:
- Plant Genome Internship, a 10-week program at The Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research, an independent affiliate of Cornell University. For more information including eligibility, selection criteria and how to apply, follow the indicated link.
- Summer Undergraduate Research Internship Program at Penn State University College of Medicine, for undergraduates preparing for a career in research. Follow the indicated link to learn more.