Immerse yourself in the 5-day interdisciplinary SEES incubator combining nanoengineering and environmental applications while building essential research skills for your future career.
Incubator purpose:
Accelerate your interdisciplinary research career at our 5-day graduate student incubator bridging nanomaterials science and environmental sensing applications. This immersive workshop combines hands-on laboratory training in nanomaterial synthesis and advanced characterization techniques, including electron microscopy, with professional development in team science, data visualization, and literature management. Participants will work alongside faculty experts from both domains, gaining fluency in interdisciplinary communication while exploring diverse research paths and career opportunities at the convergence of nanoengineering and environmental monitoring. The program emphasizes practical skills development through direct experience in multiple research laboratories, ensuring graduates emerge with both technical expertise and the collaborative capabilities essential for success in convergent research environments.
Program Details:
The incubator will be a week-long program between January 12th - 16th, 2026.
| Dates | Description | Participant Requirement |
| January 12th - Janury 16th | A 5 day program of workshops, lab training, and social events. | Mandatory: Must attend all sessions to qualify for the travel award. |
| Febraury 2026 - April 2026 | A 5 day program of workshops, lab training, and social events. | Mandatory: Required attedance at two talks. |
| TBD | Trip to Lawrence Livermore National Labs | Encouraged but optional! |
| TBD | Encouraged but optional! |
Application and funding:
All participants will receive travel funds up to $XXX, with only exceptions being funded CONDESA fellows and prior SEES participants. We are open to ALL PhD students, including international ones!
Apply here.
Applications close November 21, 2025. Selected participants will be notified as soon as possible to allow adequate time for winter plans. Any questions? Email Zulema Avalos at zavalos2@ucmerced.edu.
