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BASIL
The Biochemistry Authentic Scientific Inquiry Laboratory Community
BASIL Biochemistry is a course-based research experience (CURE) that uses computational techniques and traditional laboratory methods to assign functions to proteins.
BASIL Biochemistry is a course-based research experience (CURE) that uses computational techniques and traditional laboratory methods to assign functions to proteins.
BASIL graduate student wins poster award at SACNAS
BASIL graduate student wins poster award at SACNAS
BASIL graduate student researcher Diane Ogedi Ugwu (Washington State University; advisor: Erica Offerdahl) won an outstanding poster award at SACNAS in October 2024.
Diana studies the faculty experience of implementing CUREs and making them sustainable educational practices. Congratulations Diane!
Considering a sabbatical?
Considering a sabbatical?
A virtual workshop designed specifically for academic chemists considering or preparing for a sabbatical.
Date: Thursday August 7, 2025 at 12:00 pm ET
What you’ll gain from this session:
A clear understanding of the sabbatical application process
Guidance on setting personal and professional goals
Strategies for identifying and approaching sabbatical hosts
Tips on securing funding and planning logistics
How to manage responsibilities while away and return smoothly
A hands-on activity to create your sabbatical plan and timeline
After the presentation, you’ll have the opportunity to network in small groups with ACS Career Consultants for one-on-one guidance.
Publication News
Publication News
The most recent BASIL publication is live on Scientia! Learn about how our curriculum helps students become scientists in this easy-to-read article.
BASIL joins the Tea for Teaching podcast
BASIL joins the Tea for Teaching podcast
The BASIL team joined the Tea for Teaching podcast to talk about helping students develop intrinsic motivation through authentic learning. Check it out on the Tea for Teaching website.
Module Updates
Module Updates
A new module has been added to the BASIL curriculum, focused on the CLEAN tool.
An updated BLAST module is also now available.
Workshops Added for Spring 2025
Workshops Added for Spring 2025
Check out the new instructor support workshops on our events page! And watch for additional updates as more are scheduled.
Ask questions, compare results, and interact with other participants!
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