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A STEM 501(c)(3) organization for ALL students from underserved communities. Making information & mentorship accessible. Check out our site for help w/ grad apps! 🌟 www.cientificolatino.com
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Jun 18
✨Our 2024 Annual Report is out!✨
Full report: cientificolatino.com/annualreport

Includes:
🌟Director’s statement
🌟Program stats + testimonials
🌟Fee waiver partner map
🌟Org history
🌟Press highlights
Colorful gradient cover of the 2024 Cientifico Latino, Inc. Annual Report. The title is written in a playful handwritten font. A white box below lists the report’s sections and corresponding page numbers, including Director’s Message, Leadership, and Program Model. A summary of the 2024 GSMI cohort demographics with visual elements like pie and bar charts. Includes stats on first-gen, low-income, and community college backgrounds. The left side highlights the history of GSMI from its 2019 launch to present. Left panel features the mission of Cientifico Latino, Inc. with a logo and brief nonprofit description. Right panel shows a portrait of Executive Director Dr. Robert W. Fernandez and his letter discussing the organization’s growth, impact, and plans for future programming. A collage of photos from community social events in Boston, NYC, and the ABRCMS conference in 2024. Descriptions below each image highlight scholar and mentor participation and community-building activities.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 20h
Meet the incredible mentors guiding our GSMI Class of 2025! 🌟

These accomplished scientists, educators, and leaders are dedicated to uplifting the next generation of diverse STEM talent, offering guidance, knowledge, and support to our scholars.⁠

www.cientificolatino.com/gsmi-2025-me...
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 1d
Introducing the GSMI Class of 2025! 🎉 This cohort of talented scholars represents a rich breadth of perspectives, backgrounds, resilience, and determination.⁠

Check out the full list of our 2025 GSMI scholars: www.cientificolatino.com/gsmi-2025-sc...
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 8d
NEXT WEEK: Applying to grad programs in the sciences? 🧬✨

Hear directly from university administrators about the key do’s and don’ts for a standout application.

Join our Faculty Panel for practical advice & answers to your questions.

📅 10/7, 11am ET
📍 Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/faculty-pa...
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 9d
🎓 Graduate Student Panel on Admissions⁠

Hear from current grad students about:⁠
💡 What admissions committees look for⁠
📝 Tips for writing a strong application⁠
🙋🏽‍♀️ Their experiences applying

📅 Date: Tuesday, 10/7 at 9am ET⁠
🌐 Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/graduate-s...
Flyer on "Graduate Student Panel on Admissions" on Tuesday, October 7th at 9am ET. The three panelists pictures are shown, their names, and their affiliations. Our sponsors logo are shown.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 11d
Presenting at conferences as an undergrad might feel daunting, but it’s one of the best ways to grow as a researcher! 💡✨

Sharing your research with others is a great experience. And it helps you connect with your field and the academic community!

🔗 cientificolatino.com/post…
Presenting at Conferences as an Undergrad Although daunting... it can help you develop yourself as a researcher. Your perspective, your questions and your work are valuable! Resource by Mika Sevilla Morales. Photo of person smiling Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo https://www.cientificolatino.com/post/undergraduate-conferences
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 13d
Applying to graduate programs in the sciences? 🧬✨

Join us for our upcoming Faculty Panel Discussion to learn the key do’s and don’ts for a competitive application package, directly from university administrators.

📅 October 7th at 11am ET
📍 Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/faculty-pa...
Flyer for a panel session on "Graduate school Admissions". Logos from sponsors and the speakers titles are included.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 15d
🌱 Fostering Leadership in Community-Based Outreach 🌱

How do we empower the next generation of leaders?
Park Ranger Leanna Rodriguez shares practical strategies from her work in New York City to inspire and lead through community-based outreach.

🔗 cientificolatino.com/post…
Fostering Leadership in Community-Based Outreach. A park ranger in New York City explains practical strategies towards empowering the next generation of environmental leaders. Resource by Leanna Rodriguez. Picture of woman smiling. Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo. Link: cientificolatino.com/post/fostering-leadership
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 27d
REMINDER: IN 2 WEEKS!
Panel session on applying to grad school fellowships (emphasis on the NSF-GRFP + PD Soros)! 🎓✨

Hear from recipients on:
🔹 Lessons learned
🔹 Writing tips
🔹 Sharing your unique story
📅 September 22nd at 3pm ET

🔗 Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/graduate-s...
Flyer for a webinar on applying to graduate fellowships on September 22nd at 3pm ET. The speaker's photos and the logos of sponsors are shown.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · 28d
📢 Calling all scientists! Help the next generation thrive by sharing your graduate school and fellowship application materials.

Submit here:
🎓 Grad school: www.cientificolatino.com/submit-grad-apps 💡 Fellowships: www.cientificolatino.com/submit-fellowships
Submit your graduate school and fellowship materials Make a huge difference for junior scientists in your field in minutes! Graduate school application materials: www.cientificolatino.com/submit-grad-apps Fellowship application materials (e.g., NSF-GRFP, NIH, Ford, Gilliam, etc.): www.cientificolatino.com/submit-fellowships Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo
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Smith Bee Lab @smithbeelab.bsky.social · Sep 10
Cientifico Latino is an awesome program, AND yes, you should definitely apply for the NSF GRFP (even if it's a tight deadline!)
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Sep 9
Applying to the NSF-GRFP (or another fellowship) on a tight deadline?

We built a 7-week guide + timeline to get you from draft to submission. It’s not too late — you’ve got this! ✨

🔗 cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks

#NSFGRFP #GradSchool #Fellowship
Flyer How to apply to the NSF-GRFP (in 7 weeks!). Check out our comprehensive guide and timeline for applying to the NSF-GRFP (or any fellowship!) on a deadline. Give it a shot — it’s not too late! Resource by Olivia Goldman, PhD and John Lê. Photos of authors. Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo. Link: cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks
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Corey Garza @profcgarza.bsky.social · Sep 9
A great NSF GRFP guide. @uwmarinebiology.bsky.social @uwsafs.bsky.social @uwess.bsky.social @uwatmossci.bsky.social @uwenvironment.bsky.social @sacnas.bsky.social @csucoast.bsky.social @uw-sefs.bsky.social @official-bweems.bsky.social
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Sep 9
Applying to the NSF-GRFP (or another fellowship) on a tight deadline?

We built a 7-week guide + timeline to get you from draft to submission. It’s not too late — you’ve got this! ✨

🔗 cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks

#NSFGRFP #GradSchool #Fellowship
Flyer How to apply to the NSF-GRFP (in 7 weeks!). Check out our comprehensive guide and timeline for applying to the NSF-GRFP (or any fellowship!) on a deadline. Give it a shot — it’s not too late! Resource by Olivia Goldman, PhD and John Lê. Photos of authors. Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo. Link: cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks
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Parmvir K Bahia @parmvir.com · Sep 9
An excellent and very comprehensive resource for grad students-to-be!
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Olivia Goldman PhD @oliviagoldman.net · Sep 9
It's been a while since I applied to the #NSFGRFP... but over that time I developed this guide based on my experiences and mentoring other students with the NSF-GRFP through Cientifico Latino, Inc. (and otherwise)! 💛

Thank you to John Lê for the additional contributions!!
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Sep 9
Applying to the NSF-GRFP (or another fellowship) on a tight deadline?

We built a 7-week guide + timeline to get you from draft to submission. It’s not too late — you’ve got this! ✨

🔗 cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks

#NSFGRFP #GradSchool #Fellowship
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Olivia Goldman PhD @oliviagoldman.net · Sep 9
It's been a while since I applied to the #NSFGRFP... but over that time I developed this guide based on my experiences and mentoring other students with the NSF-GRFP through Cientifico Latino, Inc. (and otherwise)! 💛

Thank you to John Lê for the additional contributions!!
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Sep 9
Applying to the NSF-GRFP (or another fellowship) on a tight deadline?

We built a 7-week guide + timeline to get you from draft to submission. It’s not too late — you’ve got this! ✨

🔗 cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks

#NSFGRFP #GradSchool #Fellowship
Flyer How to apply to the NSF-GRFP (in 7 weeks!). Check out our comprehensive guide and timeline for applying to the NSF-GRFP (or any fellowship!) on a deadline. Give it a shot — it’s not too late! Resource by Olivia Goldman, PhD and John Lê. Photos of authors. Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo. Link: cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Sep 9
Applying to the NSF-GRFP (or another fellowship) on a tight deadline?

We built a 7-week guide + timeline to get you from draft to submission. It’s not too late — you’ve got this! ✨

🔗 cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks

#NSFGRFP #GradSchool #Fellowship
Flyer How to apply to the NSF-GRFP (in 7 weeks!). Check out our comprehensive guide and timeline for applying to the NSF-GRFP (or any fellowship!) on a deadline. Give it a shot — it’s not too late! Resource by Olivia Goldman, PhD and John Lê. Photos of authors. Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo. Link: cientificolatino.com/apply-in-7-weeks
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Sep 4
We are hosting a panel on applying to grad fellowships (emphasis on the NSF-GRFP + PD Soros)! 🎓✨

Hear from recipients on:
🔹 Lessons learned
🔹 Writing tips
🔹 Sharing your unique story
📅 September 22nd at 3pm ET

🔗 Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/graduate-s...
Flyer for a webinar on applying to graduate fellowships on September 22nd at 3pm ET. The speaker's photos and the logos of sponsors are shown
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Sep 2
✨ Applying for fellowships?

Check out 40+ successful sample applications from:
NSF-GRFP, PD Soros, HHMI Gilliam, Ford, NIH F31 …and more!

Get inspired and strengthen your own application by learning from winners in your field.
🔗 cientificolatino.com/writing-center
Flyer promoting sample fellowship applications. Headline reads: 'Sample fellowship applications – NSF-GRFP, PD Soros, Gilliam, Ford, F31, and more!' Subheading: 'Explore our database of 40+ successful fellowship applications.' A screenshot of a spreadsheet with fellowship names, years, applicants, institutions, and outcomes is shown. Button text: 'Browse Sample Applications.' Footer shows Científico Latino, Inc. logo and website link: www.cientificolatino.com/writing-center
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 26
🚀 Applying to grad school in STEM?

Check out our database of 50+ sample applications across fields. Read personal statements, CVs, and more - that got the offer. And then strengthen your own! 💪

🔗 cientificolatino.com/writing-center

#GradSchool #STEM #PhDApps
A promotional graphic from Científico Latino, Inc. with teal background. Large headline reads ‘Sample graduate school applications’ followed by text: ‘Learn from the pros! Explore our database of 50+ grad school applications from across STEM fields.’ Below is a screenshot preview of a spreadsheet with applicant names, institutions, and programs. A dark teal button says ‘Browse Sample Applications.’ Científico Latino logo and website (www.cientificolatino.com/writing-center) appear at the bottom.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 21
🎉 Congratulations to the brilliant, newly-minted Dr. Aníbal Tornes Blanco!!

Aníbal is Científico Latino Junior Board member, longtime team member, & 2019 GSMI scholar. We are so honored to celebrate this milestone & continue to work with you to make science more inclusive!!
Left: Photo of person smiling. Right: Acknowledgement slide that says "Let's continue showing up for Science", with the Cientifico Latino banner, as well as pictures of Dr. Kaylee Steen, Dr. Joshua Hall, Emily Sferra Kapela, and a logo for the University of Michigan Medical School Office of Research.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 20
We are so excited to be kicking of GSMI 2025, our mentorship program for STEM graduate school applicants! Can't wait to see what these amazing scholars will accomplish!! 🤩💫💜
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 20
NEXT WEEK!
🎓 Planning to apply to STEM grad programs?

Join us for our webinar: “Applying to Grad Programs in STEM” on Thursday, 8/28 at 5.30pm ET.

Gain key insights on:
✅ Grad school application timeline
✅ How to choose the right program

🔗 Register: eventbrite.com/e/gsmi-2025-...
Flyer for the Graduate Student Mentorship Initiative webinar series on "Applying to Graduate Programs in STEM". This webinar will go over demystifying the application process on Thursday, August 28th, 2025 at 5.30pm ET. The two speakers pictures, titles, and affiliations are listed. There is a list of sponsors and text that says register for zoom link.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 19
🚀 Join us for our *first-ever* Pathways to the PhD conference on Sat, Sept 27 in NYC — sponsored by MIT!

In-person event for students & recent grads exploring STEM PhDs. Get insider tips & MIT insights!

📍 St. Francis College, NYC
🔗 Register: cientificolatino.com/phd-conference
Picture of a flyer titled "Pathways to the Ph.D. Conference" on Saturday, September 27th 2025. It is sponsored by MIT at St. Francis College (179 Livington St.). Registration link is shared (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9Bq43T6vBJeMAqFXOe9Mj1ipId1_6XhgijoTdnUEtPxMZww/viewform). There is text that discusses about how Participants will learn valuable insights into the PhD application process and MIT graduate programs. It is for college students and recent graduates. There is a picture of a flower and several sponsorships.
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 19
It's a privilege to be a part of your journey @vicente-rodriguez.bsky.social! ☺️
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Vicente Rodriguez @vicente-rodriguez.bsky.social · Aug 18
Very happy to say I get to benefit from this for my fall graduate applications! So excited to share I was selected to be a GSMI Scholar this year ✨huge thanks to @cientificolatino.com for the support 🌟
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 5
Graduate school applications are expensive!! 💸

We are proud that we were able to save $53,205 in graduate school costs this year for our 100 GSMI scholars through Cientifico Latino, Inc. scholarships and fee waivers.

Learn more about our program: cientificolatino.com/gsmi
Graduate school applications are expensive. $53,205*...is what our 100 GSMI scholars saved through Cientifico Latino, Inc. scholarships and fee waivers. *Across all scholars, 421 fee waivers were used (estimating average cost, $75 per application) and a scholarship fund of $21,630. Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 18
Thinking about a STEM PhD? 🌟
From high school to undergrad, here’s your guide to the skills, resources, and mindset you need to prepare and thrive in grad school. 📚🔬

🔗 cientificolatino.com/post/titilay...

#STEM #GradSchool #CareerTips
How to Prepare for Graduate School From high school to undergrad, this guide shares practical steps, resources, and mindset shifts to help you prepare, thrive, and trust yourself on the path to a STEM PhD Resource by Titilayo Omotade Picture of woman smiling Cientifico Latino, Inc. logo Link: www.cientificolatino.com/post/titilayo_omatode_gradschool
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Cientifico Latino, Inc. @cientificolatino.com · Aug 17
🎓 Planning to apply to STEM graduate programs?

Join us for our webinar: “Applying to Grad Programs in STEM” on Thursday, 8/28 at 5.30pm ET.

Gain key insights on:
✅ Grad school application timeline
✅ How to choose the right program

🔗 Register: eventbrite.com/e/gsmi-2025-...
Flyer for the Graduate Student Mentorship Initiative webinar series on "Applying to Graduate Programs in STEM". This webinar will go over demystifying the application process on Thursday, August 28th, 2025 at 5.30pm ET. The two speakers pictures, titles, and affiliations are listed. There is a list of sponsors and text that says register for zoom link.
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