The ExFAB Summer School program is a one-week, intensive program at UC Santa Barbara designed to provide in-depth technical training to enable researchers to learn how to use and leverage ExFAB’s unique suite of instrumentation for their own research.
Program Information
Program Dates: July 27, 2026– July 31, 2026
Call for Applications Opens: January 9, 2026
Deadline to Apply: April 10, 2026 @11:59PM
Estimated Date of Participant Selection Notification: April 17, 2026
Eligibility: The 2026 Summer School is open to graduate students, postdocs, technical staff and faculty through an application-based process, with a particular emphasis on UCSB, UCR and CSU researchers and individuals conducting research related to extreme microbes and microbiology.
The 2026 Summer School will focus on Automation in Biology and will teach participants the basics of creating automated workflows using Thermo’s Momentum Software as a testbed system as well as how to incorporate ExFAB instrumentation into research projects. Topics include how to build workflows and schedules, and how to evaluate whether automation is worthwhile. There is no fee or tuition to attend the ExFAB Summer School. Course materials, lodging and most meals are provided by the program.
Application Process
All applicants must submit a completed application form through the website portal prior to the application deadline. In addition to submitting the application form, the following documents are required to be considered for a position:
1. Statement of Interest
In 200 words or less, please describe your interest in ExFAB and expected outcomes for participating in the ExFAB Summer School.
2. Statement of Research
In 500 words or less, please provide a brief description of your current research and how it aligns with ExFABs mission. If applicable, include any specific techniques and / or instruments you would like to gain exposure to.