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NRNB Google Summer of Code

"Google Summer of Code (GSoC) is a global program that offers student developers stipends to write code for various open source projects. Google will be working with several open source, free software, and technology-related groups to identify and fund several projects over a three month period. Since its inception in 2005, the program has brought together thousands of students and mentors from over 100 countries worldwide, all for the love of code." GSoC has several goals:

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GSoC main site

We are once again pooling the efforts of our colleagues and collaborators for this year's Google Summer of Code. The National Resource for Network Biology (NRNB) is organizing the joint efforts of GenMAPP, Cytoscape, and WikiPathways. We take mentoring seriously and are proud of our >90% success rate with former students and projects. Check out our GSoC 2013 ideas below. This is a great opportunity to work at the intersection of biology and computing!


How to apply

We would like to know who you are and how you think. Incorporate the following into your application:

  • Your information
    • Name, email, and website (optional)
  • Brief background: education and relevant work experience
  • Your programming interests and strengths
    • What are your languages of choice?
    • Any prior experience with open source development?
    • What do you want to learn this summer?
  • Your interest and background in biology or bioinformatics
    • Any prior exposure to biology or bioinformatics?
    • Any interest in learning a bit of biology this summer?
  • Your ideas for a project (an original idea or one expanded from our Ideas Page)
    • Provide as much detail as possible
    • Strong applicants include an implementation plan and timeline (hint!)
    • Refer to and link to other projects or products that illustrate your ideas
    • Identify possible hurdles and questions that will require more research/planning
  • What can you bring to the team?
    • Are you committed to working hard this summer?
    • Are you enthusiastic?

Guidelines and Advice

If you are selected

  • You be working with a small, active group of programmers that also speak biology
  • You will be gaining experience in a rapidly evolving field that interfaces computer and biological sciences
  • You might make more that you would mowing lawns!

Project Ideas

Browse the current list of ideas below to find potential projects and mentors. If you find something interesting, contact the org admin to inquire about applying. We will direct you to more information and resources prior to the application process.