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Graduate colleges and programs among the top 25 in the nation, 2026 U.S. News & World Report

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National winners of the CGS/University Microfilms International Distinguished Dissertation Award

“Overall, the welcoming and collegial environment, combined with the strong interdisciplinary mentorship and research opportunities, made the University of Iowa an ideal place to further develop my research.”

Farnoosh Shemirani, postdoctoral scholar

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“I was drawn to the University of Iowa because of its remarkable dual degree program. Because this is a long training path, I wanted to join a program that would support me throughout the entire process.”

Ellen Voigt, MD/PhD student

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Events

Navigating the 2026 NIH Data Management and Sharing Plan Format

Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Virtual

Learn about the new, 2026 format for NIH Data Management and Sharing Plans

Neuroscience Interdisciplinary Program Thesis Defense Seminar: Sara Mitchell

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 11:00am

Medical Education Research Facility

Sara Mitchell is a PhD candidate in the Neuroscience Interdisciplinary Graduate Program. Her research has been conducted in Drs. Hanna Stevens and Rainbo Hultman laboratories.

If you are unable to attend in person, please consider showing your support and attending via Zoom. Please email britt-hokanson@uiowa.edu for the zoom link.

Women In Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour

Monday, June 8, 2026 11:00am to 12:00pm

Carver Biomedical Research Building

Join us for the Women in Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour. It is the monthly coffee hour on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon in 1289 CBRB. Enjoy coffee, pastries and contribute to the discussion!

This is open to ALL — students, staff, postdocs, and faculty interested in promoting women in science.

Speakers change monthly. Contact: jessica-tucker@uiowa.edu for details.

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