Welcome
To Penn FERBS
OUR PROGRAM
FERBS, First Exposure to Research in the Biological Sciences, is an undergraduate fellowship program offered at the University of Pennsylvania in the Department of Biology focused on training and developing high-achieving undergraduate students in the biological research sciences. Considering the importance of the biological sciences to the overall welfare of our society, we are focused on identifying, recruiting, and nurturing the next generation of high-achieving students to serve at the forefront of future scientific leadership. With a central emphasis on developing intellectual curiosity, honing critical thinking, and cultivating effective and holistic approaches to problem-solving, FERBS is dedicated to equipping our students with the expertise needed to become catalysts at the confluence of biology and society.
OUR MISSION
FERBS is dedicated to developing a new generation of scientific leaders, providing them with holistic training to address scientific challenges and their underlying determinants, while driving innovation at the intersection of biology and societal progress.
Our Strategy
FERBS fellows will be equipped with the necessary acumen and empathy to embark on a journey of transformative research integrated with community-driven initiatives. The FERBS fellowship program strives to support each fellow during their time at Penn. Through early exposure to research with structured mentorship and training, as well as financial support, career development, and community engagement, we are focused on providing our high performing students with the opportunities and support needed to succeed in STEM. FERBS brings together undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral associates, primary investigators as well as leaders and educators in the Philadelphia community to support the holistic development of each fellow.
Our People
Learn more about FERBS from Anisa Robinson '25, FERBS 4th Year Fellow
Thank You
To Merck for providing funding to support the students of PennFERBS