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RESEARCH AT THE UW
The Research Environment at the University of Washington
The University of Washington (UW) is an outstanding research community. Collectively,
the Health Sciences and Basic Sciences consistently rank in the top tier of
research universities. All major instrumentation, including cutting-edge
methods, are available on the UW campus, or at nearby associates in the
Seattle biotech community. Importantly, the UW is characterized by
collaborative interactions that make it fun to do research here. Please
see the links to related programs on the Atkins
home page, such as the
Biomolecular Structure and Design Program, the
Center for Ecogenetics and
Environmental Health,
The Center for Nanotechnology, and the new
Bioanalytical Pharmacy
Core, funded through the Center for Intracellular Delivery of Biologics (CIDB).
Life in Seattle
Seattle offers all the advantages of a major city, with few of the hassles. It has a
thriving music and art scene, as well as an abundant collection of fantastic
restaurants to satisfy every budget. Seattle has a high impact biotechnology
and pharmaceutical sector, and it is the home of the internet/ computer support
industry. From within the city there are spectacular views of surrounding
mountain ranges and bodies of water, and these natural resources are easily
accessible for a more interactive experience. The outlying areas provide
world-class hiking, climbing, backpacking, boating, skiing, etc. And, of course,
we have fantastic coffee. The biggest hassle, of course, is . . . parking.
And, contrary to popular belief, the
weather is very pleasant for most of the year.
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