NRNB Mentoring Organization

The National Resource for Network Biology (NRNB) is organizing the joint efforts of Cytoscape, SBML, PathwayCommons and other network biology tools. This is a great opportunity to work at the intersection of biology and computing! We take mentoring seriously and are proud of our 96% success rate with former contributors and projects. But don't take our word for it, read testimonials from prior NRNB contributors and mentors, and success story profiles.

The success of our mentoring program depends on dedicated mentors, great project ideas, amazing contributors, and effective fundraising. Please contact us with ideas or leads on potential corporate sponsors or use the PayPal widget below to make your own tax deductible donation.

This is a tax deductible donation to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization,
The Cytoscape Consoritum, Tax ID: 20-4909879.

GSoC

NRNB is applying as a mentoring organization to GSoC 2026.

  1. Find a project.
  2. Start with this Google Doc template. Copy and paste the contents into your own Google Doc and begin filling it out.
  3. Get in contact with your potential mentors (listed per project) as soon as possible to get input and feedback on your application.
  4. Submit your application well before the deadline (2026: March 31 18:00 UTC).

NRNB Academy

NRNB Academy is our year-round mentoring program, open to anyone at any age or education level. You will be paired with a mentor and particular project that matches your interests and skills. Note that this program is separate from GSoC and 100% volunteer-based.

  1. Browse our list of potential projects.
  2. Complete the application form.

Communication

For GSoC Contributors

For GSoC Mentors

Prior Year Reports

Other Opportunities

Outside of GSoC, consider these other opportunties:
  • NRNB Academy -- Currently closed for GSoC. Open to anyone at any age or education level, with ongoing enrollment most of the year. You will be paired with a mentor and particular project that matches your interests and skills.
  • TEALS -- Microsoft Philanthropies supports many opportunities for high school students. Check out this page for details.