There are many questions about how wait listing works for a class, so here are a few thoughts:
Waitlisting
allows departments to see which classes are in demand, and hopefully,
adjust the schedule by either adding seats to current sections or adding
sections. If you need a class and it's full, add yourself to the
waitlist! Keep in mind that this doesn't guarantee you a seat, but it's
a good idea, especially in Phase I.
Here's a good rule of thumb to use: If there is
even 1 person waitlisted but there are 20 open seats... you cannot
take one of those open seats. You must wait in line. Classes with waitlisting cannot be "stalked". Do NOT jump off the
waitlist and try to grab a seat if you see one open--you won't get
it and you will lose your place in line.
Think
of it this way. You go into a restaurant and see 10 open tables. You
ask the hostess for a table but are told you cannot have one because
there is a waitlist. You must go on the list behind the others already
waiting, as they will get their chance for the table first. At the
restaurant this is typically about 5-10 minutes. If they do not answer,
then the next person on the list goes. Here at Tech you get 12 hours
to answer for your "table". (class)
You cannot waitlist
for multiple sections of a class, so pick the one that would work with
your schedule if a seat opens. Remember: if you get the email which
says a section has a seat, you have 12 hours in which to register. To
register, go to the add/drop worksheet and enter the CRN # of the class
and click Submit Changes. (The C will not go away, so you can't click
the box and register...)
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Research Positions for Undergrads Fall 2013
The Bommarius lab seeks undergraduate students interested in challenging research!
The Bommarius laboratory (ChBE, CHEM, Bioengineering) specializes in biocatalysis, green chemistry, protein stability, and biochemical engineering. We seek self-motivated, hard-working student researchers interested to continue for a PhD and/or MD after college, to work on cutting-edge research problems and to learn new skills.
Eligibility:
i) graduation date (B.S.) between 05/14 and 12/15 in BIOL, BMED, CEE, ChBE, or CHEM
ii) GPA at Georgia Tech > 3.30, preferably > 3.5
iii) basic laboratory skills, enthusiasm, self-motivation, flexibility, independence
iv) start in Fall 2013 for credit, continuation during 2014 possible and expected
Interested?: Please email resume (incl.i) major, ii) GPA, and iii) expected graduation date) to mentor and to Prof. Andreas S. Bommarius (andreas.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu).
Interviews with mentor: any time; feedback: less than 1 day later; decision asap after agreement among student, mentor, and faculty advisor.
We have a position available on the following projects:
1. Deep eutectic solvents for the pretreatment of cellulose
Cellulose is the most abundant biomaterial known and is considered a key target for replacement of fossil fuels. Due to its partially crystalline nature, cellulose is not soluble in water or most organic liquids. Eutectic mixtures of salts sometimes melt below room temperature. We will investigate the solubility and structure (crystallinity) of cellulose in such liquids.
The student will learn to compose and identify a eutectic medium, measure and interpret crystallinity of cellulose, and to employ cellulose and lignocellulosic materials. Key experiments will involve testing renewable materials as components of the eutectic system, testing cellulose crystallinity via X-ray diffractometry, and measuring hydrolysis to oligosaccharides. The work will require some knowledge of physical chemistry.
Mentors: Yuzhi Kang (ykang41@gatech.edu), Dr. Minjeong Sohn (minjeong.sohn@chbe. gatech.edu)
2. Green oxo synthesis: improvement of alcohol oxidase (AOX) to increased activity against butanol for conversion to butyraldehyde.
Aldehydes are commonly obtained through oxo synthesis or hydroformylation, via addition of CO and H2 to alkenes. We propose to generate aldehydes via selective oxidation of the corresponding alcohols, many of them available inexpensively through their use as biofuels.
We seek to improve the specific activity of alcohol oxidase from yeast as well as substrate binding and temperature stability, by applying the protein engineering toolbox established in our lab. We will identify hotspots on the amino acid sequence that control activity and stability, and then proceed to create and assay variants for the trait we seek to improve.
The students will learn how to cultivate, express, and harvest proteins from Pichia pastoris and then learn how to use the FPLC system for protein purification. UV spec assays and protein assays will be taught for characterization of protein variants. This project requires knowledge of biochemistry and some kinetics.
Mentor: Dr. Bettina Bommarius (bettina.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu)
3. Redesign of amine dehydrogenase via protein engineering
Amine dehydrogenase (AmDH), developed in our lab, catalyzes the reduction of ketones to enantiomeri-cally pure amines, which are important building blocks in syntheses of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Using the established library screen to investigate hot spot sites in amine dehydrogenase, the student will start with an already cloned library to screen colonies for expression and activity of the new variants in regard to higher activity and broader selectivity. Approximately between 100-1000 colonies will be screened during the process of investigation of the 2 amino acid sites making up the hot spot.
The student will learn protein expression and purification techniques along with assays to explore and confirm enzymatic activity using state-of-the-art technologies in protein engineering such as AKTA Explorer for protein purification, gas chromatography, circular dichroism, and mutational library construction. The work will require knowledge of organic chemistry, biochemistry, and kinetics.
Mentors: Dr. Bettina Bommarius (bettina.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu) and Samantha Au (sau3@gatech.edu)
4. Large-scale purification protocol for amine dehydrogenases
Application of amine dehydrogenase (AmDH) in the synthesis of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) requires its purification after fermentation. We have conducted pilot-scale fermentation and now need to develop a purification protocol that does not require any chromatographic steps, as these are too expensive for large-scale downstream processing.
Instead, we will focus on protein extraction in aqueous two-phase systems (ATPS), with ammonium sulfate in the top phase and polyethylene glycol (PEG) polymer in the bottom phase. We will determine the phase diagram with and without enzyme, and its variation in temperature, salt and PEG concentration as well as pH of the solution. After determining the optimal conditions, we will then develop the detailed purification protocol, with protein purity and yield as our main targets, and conduct proof-of-principle trial runs on pilot scale.
The student will learn the full range of protein purification techniques along with assays for protein content and activity, using state-of-the-art technologies in protein engineering such as AKTA Explorer for protein purification, UV/VIS spectroscopy, and gas chromatography. The work will require knowledge of thermodynamics and separations.
Mentors: Dr. Bettina Bommarius (bettina.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu) and Samantha Au (sau3@gatech.edu)
The Bommarius laboratory (ChBE, CHEM, Bioengineering) specializes in biocatalysis, green chemistry, protein stability, and biochemical engineering. We seek self-motivated, hard-working student researchers interested to continue for a PhD and/or MD after college, to work on cutting-edge research problems and to learn new skills.
Eligibility:
i) graduation date (B.S.) between 05/14 and 12/15 in BIOL, BMED, CEE, ChBE, or CHEM
ii) GPA at Georgia Tech > 3.30, preferably > 3.5
iii) basic laboratory skills, enthusiasm, self-motivation, flexibility, independence
iv) start in Fall 2013 for credit, continuation during 2014 possible and expected
Interested?: Please email resume (incl.i) major, ii) GPA, and iii) expected graduation date) to mentor and to Prof. Andreas S. Bommarius (andreas.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu).
Interviews with mentor: any time; feedback: less than 1 day later; decision asap after agreement among student, mentor, and faculty advisor.
We have a position available on the following projects:
1. Deep eutectic solvents for the pretreatment of cellulose
Cellulose is the most abundant biomaterial known and is considered a key target for replacement of fossil fuels. Due to its partially crystalline nature, cellulose is not soluble in water or most organic liquids. Eutectic mixtures of salts sometimes melt below room temperature. We will investigate the solubility and structure (crystallinity) of cellulose in such liquids.
The student will learn to compose and identify a eutectic medium, measure and interpret crystallinity of cellulose, and to employ cellulose and lignocellulosic materials. Key experiments will involve testing renewable materials as components of the eutectic system, testing cellulose crystallinity via X-ray diffractometry, and measuring hydrolysis to oligosaccharides. The work will require some knowledge of physical chemistry.
Mentors: Yuzhi Kang (ykang41@gatech.edu), Dr. Minjeong Sohn (minjeong.sohn@chbe. gatech.edu)
2. Green oxo synthesis: improvement of alcohol oxidase (AOX) to increased activity against butanol for conversion to butyraldehyde.
Aldehydes are commonly obtained through oxo synthesis or hydroformylation, via addition of CO and H2 to alkenes. We propose to generate aldehydes via selective oxidation of the corresponding alcohols, many of them available inexpensively through their use as biofuels.
We seek to improve the specific activity of alcohol oxidase from yeast as well as substrate binding and temperature stability, by applying the protein engineering toolbox established in our lab. We will identify hotspots on the amino acid sequence that control activity and stability, and then proceed to create and assay variants for the trait we seek to improve.
The students will learn how to cultivate, express, and harvest proteins from Pichia pastoris and then learn how to use the FPLC system for protein purification. UV spec assays and protein assays will be taught for characterization of protein variants. This project requires knowledge of biochemistry and some kinetics.
Mentor: Dr. Bettina Bommarius (bettina.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu)
3. Redesign of amine dehydrogenase via protein engineering
Amine dehydrogenase (AmDH), developed in our lab, catalyzes the reduction of ketones to enantiomeri-cally pure amines, which are important building blocks in syntheses of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Using the established library screen to investigate hot spot sites in amine dehydrogenase, the student will start with an already cloned library to screen colonies for expression and activity of the new variants in regard to higher activity and broader selectivity. Approximately between 100-1000 colonies will be screened during the process of investigation of the 2 amino acid sites making up the hot spot.
The student will learn protein expression and purification techniques along with assays to explore and confirm enzymatic activity using state-of-the-art technologies in protein engineering such as AKTA Explorer for protein purification, gas chromatography, circular dichroism, and mutational library construction. The work will require knowledge of organic chemistry, biochemistry, and kinetics.
Mentors: Dr. Bettina Bommarius (bettina.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu) and Samantha Au (sau3@gatech.edu)
4. Large-scale purification protocol for amine dehydrogenases
Application of amine dehydrogenase (AmDH) in the synthesis of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) requires its purification after fermentation. We have conducted pilot-scale fermentation and now need to develop a purification protocol that does not require any chromatographic steps, as these are too expensive for large-scale downstream processing.
Instead, we will focus on protein extraction in aqueous two-phase systems (ATPS), with ammonium sulfate in the top phase and polyethylene glycol (PEG) polymer in the bottom phase. We will determine the phase diagram with and without enzyme, and its variation in temperature, salt and PEG concentration as well as pH of the solution. After determining the optimal conditions, we will then develop the detailed purification protocol, with protein purity and yield as our main targets, and conduct proof-of-principle trial runs on pilot scale.
The student will learn the full range of protein purification techniques along with assays for protein content and activity, using state-of-the-art technologies in protein engineering such as AKTA Explorer for protein purification, UV/VIS spectroscopy, and gas chromatography. The work will require knowledge of thermodynamics and separations.
Mentors: Dr. Bettina Bommarius (bettina.bommarius@chbe.gatech.edu) and Samantha Au (sau3@gatech.edu)
Interdisciplinary Research Opportunity for Undergraduates.
Project Title: New Dielectric Materials for Microelectronics Packaging
Location: In the laboratory of Prof. Paul Kohl, Bunger-Henry Building, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.
Duration: The candidate must be available for at least two semesters, Fall 2013 and Spring 2014. This position can be for pay, academic credit as a Technical Elective, or a combination of the two if the contact hours justify it.
Qualifications: The candidate should be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. Prior experience with working in a laboratory is an advantage but not required. Candidate must have successfully completed ChBE 2100.
Background: Funding is through the Opportunity Research Scholars' (ORS) program in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. The program is sponsored by Intel, Semiconductor Research Corporation, SAIC, and more. ORS is a group-based, interdisciplinary program designed to provide research experience for undergraduates. The undergraduate students work in groups of about three to a group. The groups are given a technical problem and expected to collaboratively solve the problem though experimental research.
Job description: The candidate will work with two ECE undergraduate students in a group setting. Students will be involved in a research project dealing with advanced dielectrics for integrated circuits and electronic packaging. The project will require creative problem solving, especially in chemical routes to new dielectric materials and characterization of properties. The student will gain knowledge in microelectronics, polymer chemistry, and dielectric materials. Hands-on experience will be gained in microelectronics processing and polymer characterization techniques.
Contact: Interested students should send his/her resume and transcript to Jared Schwartz at jared.schwartz@chbe.gatech.edu
Location: In the laboratory of Prof. Paul Kohl, Bunger-Henry Building, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.
Duration: The candidate must be available for at least two semesters, Fall 2013 and Spring 2014. This position can be for pay, academic credit as a Technical Elective, or a combination of the two if the contact hours justify it.
Qualifications: The candidate should be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. Prior experience with working in a laboratory is an advantage but not required. Candidate must have successfully completed ChBE 2100.
Background: Funding is through the Opportunity Research Scholars' (ORS) program in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. The program is sponsored by Intel, Semiconductor Research Corporation, SAIC, and more. ORS is a group-based, interdisciplinary program designed to provide research experience for undergraduates. The undergraduate students work in groups of about three to a group. The groups are given a technical problem and expected to collaboratively solve the problem though experimental research.
Job description: The candidate will work with two ECE undergraduate students in a group setting. Students will be involved in a research project dealing with advanced dielectrics for integrated circuits and electronic packaging. The project will require creative problem solving, especially in chemical routes to new dielectric materials and characterization of properties. The student will gain knowledge in microelectronics, polymer chemistry, and dielectric materials. Hands-on experience will be gained in microelectronics processing and polymer characterization techniques.
Contact: Interested students should send his/her resume and transcript to Jared Schwartz at jared.schwartz@chbe.gatech.edu
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
The GREEN Program upcoming program dates
The GREEN Program is a short-term experience which combines education, adventure, service learning, cultural immersion and networking to create an unparalleled learning experience in Iceland & Costa Rica.
Upon completion of the program you will receive:
* Experiential Education visiting 5 different types of renewable energy facilities
* Service Learning through community service projects in impoverished areas
* Adventures such as surfing, glacier & jungle hiking or tectonic plate snorkeling
* Cultural Immersion in local tribes, eco-lodges or animal rehabilitation reserves
* Entrepreneurial inspiration developing your own green venture
* Access to our alumni network with job opportunities and industry connections
* Custom letters of recommendation based on your capstone project
* Transferable academic credit awarded by Reykjavik University (must confirm this with a transfer evaluation first.)
Traveling with The GREEN Program for 9-12 days during Summer, Winter and Spring breaks will enhance your understanding of the Renewable Energy and Sustainability industries by taking you outside of the classroom and into the field allowing you to visualize the concepts taught in your traditional University classroom.
To gain a better understanding of The GREEN Program and the opportunity we provide
students please visit their website,
Spots on each program are limited to 20 students. Submit your application for the program dates below.
Iceland 10-Day SUMMER BREAK Program
August 21st - August 30th (Waiting List)
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Costa Rica 12-Day SUMMER BREAK Programs
(start dates)
July 17, 24, 31
August 21, 28
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Costa Rica 12-Day WINTER BREAK Programs
December 11th - December 22nd
January 1st - January 12th
January 8th - January 19th
Costa Rica 9-Day SPRING BREAK Programs
Wait List Dates TBD
Iceland 10-Day SUMMER BREAK Programs
Wait List Dates TB
Upon completion of the program you will receive:
* Experiential Education visiting 5 different types of renewable energy facilities
* Service Learning through community service projects in impoverished areas
* Adventures such as surfing, glacier & jungle hiking or tectonic plate snorkeling
* Cultural Immersion in local tribes, eco-lodges or animal rehabilitation reserves
* Entrepreneurial inspiration developing your own green venture
* Access to our alumni network with job opportunities and industry connections
* Custom letters of recommendation based on your capstone project
* Transferable academic credit awarded by Reykjavik University (must confirm this with a transfer evaluation first.)
Traveling with The GREEN Program for 9-12 days during Summer, Winter and Spring breaks will enhance your understanding of the Renewable Energy and Sustainability industries by taking you outside of the classroom and into the field allowing you to visualize the concepts taught in your traditional University classroom.
To gain a better understanding of The GREEN Program and the opportunity we provide
students please visit their website,
Spots on each program are limited to 20 students. Submit your application for the program dates below.
Iceland 10-Day SUMMER BREAK Program
August 21st - August 30th (Waiting List)
-----------------
Costa Rica 12-Day SUMMER BREAK Programs
(start dates)
July 17, 24, 31
August 21, 28
-----------------
Costa Rica 12-Day WINTER BREAK Programs
December 11th - December 22nd
January 1st - January 12th
January 8th - January 19th
Costa Rica 9-Day SPRING BREAK Programs
Wait List Dates TBD
Iceland 10-Day SUMMER BREAK Programs
Wait List Dates TB
Questions? Contact Ernesto Daset
ernesto@theGREENprogram.com | (201)
345-3737
MSE 3801:Special Topics class
Here is a rare one-credit course which could fulfill a technical elective: Check it out during Phase II registration--only a few seats left...
Invitation to a Hands-on Conceptual Lab Course (0-3-1)
MSE 3801: Special Topics: Optics and Soft Materials
* Lab Sections: A: Tue. 12:05-2:55 pm, BH 357 or B: Tue. 3:05-5:55 pm, BH 357
* Prerequisite: MSE 2001 !
* An elective course in Fall 2013.
* An introductory inquiry-guided lab course for undergrads
* Optical microscope is the only tool to use !
* Open to everyone, but only up to first 24 students !
Invitation to a Hands-on Conceptual Lab Course (0-3-1)
MSE 3801: Special Topics: Optics and Soft Materials
* Lab Sections: A: Tue. 12:05-2:55 pm, BH 357 or B: Tue. 3:05-5:55 pm, BH 357
* Prerequisite: MSE 2001 !
* An elective course in Fall 2013.
* An introductory inquiry-guided lab course for undergrads
* Optical microscope is the only tool to use !
* Open to everyone, but only up to first 24 students !
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
GT 1000 Team Leaders needed!
The Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering section of GT 1000 is currently recruiting!
We are looking for ChBE students who are willing and able to
help first year students transition into life at Tech. We would like to have a
total of 20-25 students who have diverse experiences within chemical
engineering and campus life. Being a Team Leader involves being present for the
one hour course, along with aiding in grading, presentations, and panel
discussions to help first year students learn about the many experiences
available through Georgia Tech (campus life, organizations, internship/co-op, study
abroad, etc.).
If you are interested or would like more information, please
follow this link!
Monday, June 3, 2013
Fulbright Grant and NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Info Sessions
The Georgia Tech Fellowships Office is hosting two information sessions for rising seniors and graduate students to help you learn about two important award opportunities: the Fulbright Grant and the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship.
You are invited to attend one or both information sessions to learn about the Fulbright Grant and the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship. GT Fellowships Office staff and special guests will speak at both sessions. If you are interested in learning more about the award and the application process OR if you are already preparing an application, these sessions are for you!
Fulbright Info Session: Monday, June 10th from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm in Clough 129
Special guests include two recent GT graduates who will share about their experiences as Fulbright recipients.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Info Session: Tuesday, June 18th from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm in Clough 129
Faculty presenter: Dr. Manu Platt.
Dr. Platt is a Professor in the Coulter Dept. of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory University.
If you have any questions regarding these info sessions or national fellowships, please contact Kathryn Meehan at kathryn.meehan@gatech.edu.
You are invited to attend one or both information sessions to learn about the Fulbright Grant and the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship. GT Fellowships Office staff and special guests will speak at both sessions. If you are interested in learning more about the award and the application process OR if you are already preparing an application, these sessions are for you!
Fulbright Info Session: Monday, June 10th from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm in Clough 129
Special guests include two recent GT graduates who will share about their experiences as Fulbright recipients.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Info Session: Tuesday, June 18th from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm in Clough 129
Faculty presenter: Dr. Manu Platt.
Dr. Platt is a Professor in the Coulter Dept. of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory University.
If you have any questions regarding these info sessions or national fellowships, please contact Kathryn Meehan at kathryn.meehan@gatech.edu.
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