GlyGen Internships/CFDE GlyGen Summer Interns Symposium 2025
We’re thrilled to announce the CFDE-GlyGen Summer Internship Symposium 2025 which is part of the joint CFDE-GlyGen-HIVE Lab Symposium 2025 (https://hivelab.biochemistry.gwu.edu/wiki/index.php?title=Symposium_2025)
During this event, our summer interns will showcase their skills, innovative projects, and valuable contributions to CFDE and GlyGen.
We invite you to join us on Zoom.
Symposium Venue
The HIVE lab symposium will held in person at The George Washington University, Washington DC with an option to join virtually.
In Person - Ross 637, Ross Hall, School of Health and Medical Sciences, The George Washington University, Washington DC
Virtual - Zoom
Zoom Link - https://gwu-edu.zoom.us/j/98841344003
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Internship Description
The Common Fund Data Ecosystem (CFDE) - GlyGen Summer Internship 2025 took place from June 2 – August 1, 2025 (9 weeks) in Washington DC at the George Washington University. During this period, four interns had the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the dynamic intersection of bioinformatics and glycobiology through CFDE and GlyGen projects.
The internship kicked off with a comprehensive orientation bootcamp program, introducing interns to CFDE and GlyGen while providing foundational training in glycobiology, bioinformatics, machine learning, and programming by experts .
These interns then collaborated closely with seasoned professionals, engaging in projects that explored CFDE tools and resources, analyzed glycans, proteins, and biomarkers. Beyond project work, they actively contributed to creating educational materials, and disseminating knowledge about glycobiology and bioinformatics to benefit both the scientific community and the wider public.
Additionally, the interns curated glycomics publications, ensuring that valuable research findings were well-organized and accessible. They added hundreds of glycan structures linked to publications to the GlyGen database. Their efforts not only advanced the field but also fostered collaboration among researchers.
Moreover, the internship provided professional development opportunities. Interns visited the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), gaining insights into regulatory processes and the intersection of science and policy. They also participated in the annual GlyGen and GlySpace alliance meeting, where networking, knowledge exchange, and exposure to the broader scientific community took place.
In summary, the CFDE - GlyGen Summer Internship was a multifaceted experience that nurtured professional growth, empowered interns, and made meaningful contributions to the exciting world of bioinformatics and glycobiology.