MEMBERSHIP DESCRIPTION
Stem Cell Institute membership is divided into two categories: full and adjunct
FULL MEMBER , has faculty rank at the University of Minnesota (assistant professor or above on the tenure or non-tenure track) and has published peer-reviewed stem cell-related research. This includes developmental biology, functional genomics, proteomics or pharmacogenomics, genetics, molecular and biochemical aspects of signaling, cell biology, cell physiology, and immunology of stem cells and transplantation. Investigators should been awarded peer-reviewed grant support.
ADJUNCT MEMBER is an investigator from outside the University of Minnesota who has an ongoing collaboration with full members of the Stem Cell Institute in stem cell research.
Privileges of Membership
Stem Cell Institute members will be eligible to:
1. Use shared resources (fee for service)
2. Obtain Stem Cell Institute funds for stem cell related research, if such funding becomes available.
Responsibilities of Membership
1. Work with other members of the Stem Cell Institute to develop and participate in research and education.
2. Acknowledge Stem Cell Institute membership in stem cell-related publications and presentations.
3. Participate in Stem Cell Institute seminars, data conferences and journal clubs.
4. Participate in fundraising activities.
Procedure for Application
Individuals may apply for membership through submission of the Stem Cell Institute Application for Membership. The applicant will include a statement to the Stem Cell Institute Scientific Board regarding his/her primary/other area of interest in stem cell research. If all criteria are met, the candidate will be appointed by the Stem Cell Institute Scientific Board to the appropriate membership category.