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Every year, the Amgen Scholars Program provides hundreds of selected undergraduates with the opportunity to engage in a hands-on research experience at many of the world’s premier educational institutions. The 17 host institutions are now accepting applications for the 2015 Amgen Scholars Program:

2015 Amgen Scholars Program Host Institutions

United States

In honor of the Amgen Scholars expansion, we want to know who sparked your love of science. Who is your #sciencehero? Share your answer on Twitter using #ScienceHero.

Imaani Easthausen

Annandale-on-Hudson, NY

“It’s really cool to be in an environment to conduct research with other undergrads. I can be involved in the core of what’s going on in the decision-making process.”

• Host University: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)
• Home University: Bard College
• Amgen Scholar Year: 2014
• Major: Biology 
• Expected Graduation: 2015