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Arkansas Biosciences Institute

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The mission of the ABI is to improve the health of Arkansans through new and expanded agricultural and medical research initiatives.

A Leader in Health Sciences Research


ABI will become internationally recognized as a leader in health and life sciences research. Its multifaceted programs will strengthen Arkansas through science-based economic development including research, education, and technology. By working on joint and related research initiatives, the five member organizations created a large community of scientists and researchers who can better compete for external grant awards from federal sources and national foundations, increase the number of scientists and staff supported by extramural funding, share resources (equipment and expertise), attract other scientists to Arkansas, and encourage science-based economic development in the state.

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2013 ABI Biotechnology Research Internship

The purpose of this program is to provide basic support for ASU undergraduate students majoring in the sciences who wish to gain research experiences in areas of life sciences or applications to life sciences during the summer of their sophomore and junior years.

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