MIMG Undergraduate Poster Symposium

About the MIMG Undergraduate Poster Symposium

The Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics (MIMG) is proud to host the MIMG Undergraduate Poster Symposium every quarter. This event showcases and celebrates the incredible research conducted by MIMG undergraduates. 

When and Where

The Symposium typically takes place on Fridays of Week 10 during Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on UCLA’s campus.

Who Presents

Presenters include MIMG Path 1 students, Path 2 students, and MIMG Fellowship recipients. Presenting at this event is limited to MIMG majors, and the department cannot accommodate requests to present from students who are not in the major. 

Highlights

All members of the MIMG community are invited and encouraged to attend. The Symposium is a great opportunity to:

• Connect with students, faculty, and researchers.
• Explore a wide range of research topics and current work happening on campus.
• Support student presenters and celebrate their accomplishments.
• Enjoy refreshments (free snacks while supplies last). 

If participants or attendees require any accommodations for the Symposium or have any questions, please email MIMG Advisors (undergrad@microbio.ucla.edu) with your UCLA UID.

MIMG Undergraduate Research Resources:

• MIMG Undergraduate Research Guide
• UCLA's Undergraduate Research Week
• MIMG and CSSE's list of Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunities relevant to MIMG undergraduate students
• Alternate or Additional Opportunities to Present:
  • UCLA’s Undergraduate Research Week
  • UCLA’s PULSAR Student Organization
  • Additional opportunities shared via the MIMG listserv weekly newsletter

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Who is able to present/participate in the MIMG Undergraduate Research Poster Symposium?

  • MIMG Path 1 and Path 2 students are required to present at the culmination of their coursework. 
  • Students receiving MIMG Undergraduate Fellowships such as the Whitcome Fellowship or Immersive Research Fellowship may be required to present.
  • Students unable to present at MIMG’s Symposium are encouraged to please explore presentation opportunities with UCLA such as Undergraduate Research Week, UCLA’s PULSAR Student Organization. MIMG Advisors share additional opportunities via the MIMG listserv weekly newsletter as well. 

• Can I present my MIMG 99/SRP-99 or MIMG 199/SRP-199 research at MIMG's Symposium?

  • MIMG unfortunately cannot currently accommodate MIMG 99 nor MIMG 199 research presentations at our Symposium due to limited space and resources.
  • All MIMG major students will participate in the MIMG poster symposium once for the major research requirement (Path 1 or Path 2 ).

• Can I present my Biomedical Research Minor research at MIMG’s Symposium?

  • MIMG unfortunately cannot currently accommodate Biomedical Research Minor students at our Symposium due to limited space and resources.
  • All MIMG major students will participate in the MIMG poster symposium once for the major research requirement (at the end of Path 1 or Path 2 ).

• What size poster(s) can be accommodated?

  • MIMG can support a maximum poster size of 42” high x 48” wide. 
  • Student posters may be smaller than this; we suggest a minimum size of 36" x 36".

• Do I need to print my own poster?

  • Path 1 students should please contact your instructors for guidance on printing. Path 1 students are responsible for the cost of printing as stated in the syllabus.
  • Path 2 students should please contact their P.I. for guidance on printing.
  • MIMG Fellowship recipients should please contact your P.I./Faculty Mentor for poster printing guidance.
  • If students need printing services, we recommend connecting with UCLA’s Psychology Department Printing (lowest cost option, Psych Printing Guidelines here), Life Sciences Poster Printing (MIMG’s Division), or Bruin Custom Print.

• Where is the Symposium located?

  • Location varies by quarter. If participants or attendees have any questions about the Symposium location, please email MIMG Advisors (undergrad@microbio.ucla.edu) with your UCLA UID.
  • In the Spring 2026 quarter, MIMG's Undergraduate Poster Symposium will be in the Molecular Sciences Building (MSB) Courtyard on Friday, June 5th, 2026 2:00 - 4:00 P.M.

• Can I invite my P.I./Faculty Mentor or lab mates if I am presenting?

  • Yes, please! We strongly encourage P.I./Faculty Mentors, Direct Mentors, and Lab Mates of presenting students to attend and support.

• Who can I reach out to for questions about the MIMG Undergraduate Poster Symposium?

  • If participants or attendees have any questions about the Symposium, please email MIMG Advisors (undergrad@microbio.ucla.edu) with your UCLA UID.

• Who can I reach out to for accommodations for the MIMG Undergraduate Poster Symposium?

  • If participants or attendees require any accommodations for the Symposium, please email MIMG Advisors (undergrad@microbio.ucla.edu) with your UCLA UID.