A Robust Discoidal LNP Platform for Targeting Theranostic Carriers And Their Structural CharacterizationAbstract:Biocompatible lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) have become emergent nanocarriers for delivering RNAs and DNAs. The common challenges of RNA-LNPs include structural analysis, reproducibility, storage, etc. In this talk, I will present a discoidal LNP platform (also known as bicelle) of which we have applied a bottom-up approach to understand how bicelles self-assemble, transform into other morphology and promote cellular uptake. This platform is applicable for theranostic delivery nanocarriers which will potentially overcome the abovementioned challenges. The thorough comprehension of the self-assembling behavior leads to applications for aggregation-enhanced emission (AEE)/photoacoustic (AEP) and templated polymerization for nanorings and nanowebs. The well-defined nanostructure is mainly characterized using small angle X-ray and neutron scattering (SAXS/SANS) which prove to be powerful methods for in-situ studies.

Join our coordinator, alumni, and faculty for a group info session about our M.B.A. programs. Our flexible classes are designed to fit your needs and enhance your career options. Learn from our expert perspectives and get your questions answered. Individual sessions are also available. We are here to support you in your education and career goals.Register Today!Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 6pm, part-time MBAThursday, Jan 30 at 4pm, one year MBATuesday, Feb 11 at noon, in person at Ballentine Hall, one year MBAMonday, Feb 24 at 6pm, part-time MBATuesday, March 18 at 5pm, one year MBAFriday, April 4 at noon, all MBA programsTuesday, April 15 at noon, part-time MBAThursday, May 1 at 4pm, one year MBAMonday, May 12 at 6pm, all MBA programsQuestions? Connect with Lisa Lancellotta, MBA Program Coordinator 401.874.4241 mba@uri.edu

College of Business Co-Ed Fraternity for Business Professionals Delta Sigma Pi is hosting a Meet the Brothers event. The purpose is for potential new members to interact with active brothers and gain insight about the various aspects of being a member of Delta Sigma Pi.

Art League RI and the University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Oceanography are featuring the works of artists and scientists in a new exhibition titled “The Synergy Project: A Collaboration of Art and Science” at Studio Blue on the URI Narragansett Bay Campus.With its goal to communicate oceanographic research to wider audiences through art exhibits and events, The Synergy Project has paired artists across many mediums with scientists from URI and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution since 2020. This third Synergy Project group exhibition features 50 pieces from returning artists and scientists as well as new work exploring new topics. Each exhibition is an opportunity for guests to learn about ocean science in an engaging and unconventional way, prompting new conversations about science and its importance in climate regulation and ocean health with communities near and far.

The Graduate Student Senate meeting will meet in January, February, and March at 5pm in the Memorial Union Senate Chambers room 300. Any graduate student is welcome to attend to watch the meeting but may not participate. If you plan on attending and you are not a Graduate Student Senator, please RSVP.If you have any questions about the meeting, the senate, or the GSA, feel free to reach out to VP Quinn Tucker (qtuck123@uri.edu).Visit URInvolved for complete event details and to RSVP.

For students and families wishing to pay their educational expenses in monthly installments, URI has partnered with Flywire to offer the URI Monthly Payment Plan. Our plan allows your semester costs to be divided into 5, 4, 3, or 2 interest-free monthly installments, depending on the date of plan enrollment. For more information, visit https://web.uri.edu/tuition-billing/tuition-payment-plan/.5-month planFall 2024 Semester Enroll by 6/1/2024 Installments due 6/1 to 10/1Spring 2025 Semester Enroll by 11/1/2024 Installments due 11/1 to 3/14-month planFall 2024 Semester Enroll by 7/1/2024 Installments due 7/1 to 10/1Enroll by 12/1/2024 Installments due 12/1 o 3/13-month planFall 2024 Semester Enroll by 8/1/2024 Installments due 8/1 to 10/1Spring 2025 Semester Enroll by 1/1/2025 Installments due 1/1 to 3/12-month planFall 2024 Semester Enroll by 9/1/2024 Installments due 9/1 to 10/1Spring 2025 Semester Enroll by 2/1/2025 Installments due 2/1 to 3/1