Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I apply for a job at the SHGC?

All job listings for the SHGC are posted at: http://jobs.stanford.edu

2. Does SHGC have any volunteer or internship opportunities?

Sorry, we no longer sponsor these programs.

3. How do I order clones?
For BAC clones for human finishing:

Invitrogen, formerly Research Genetics

UK Human Genome Mapping Project
For full length MGC sequenced cDNA clones:

IMAGE Consortium

4. I'm working on a paper/documentary/science fair project and need more information. How can I get in touch with a scientist for an interview?

Please call the medical school's public affairs office at 650.723.6911.

5. Where can I find more information about genetics?

National Human Genome Research Institute

National Cancer Institute

6. Is it OK if I use the illustrations on your webpage for my school project?

Yes, please list SHGC as a reference.

7. Where can I find short biology classes offered at Stanford?

8. How can I get more information about undergraduate and graduate admissions?

9. Where can I download a protein folding program?