Do you think you might be interested in getting involved in a research laboratory, but have no idea about how to go about that process? Come and join Vesna Gasperov, PhD to learn more about research. Topics to be discussed: - why do research? - when to start? - a very quick review of the departments and centers at Columbia where research is conducted - researching your lab - contacting the professor/writing the email - students options for research during the academic year and over the summer - other ideas for how to get involved