Ralph W Turner Foundation

08/31/2026

Building Excellence...Transforming Lives

As we kick off our 2026 - 2027 Campaign 💫

The Ralph W. Turner Foundation is looking for Opportunity Partners like you to create learning spaces for students pursuing STEM degrees at HBCU institutions. Your support can provide a research experience for these highly talented and motivated students to begin developing their career aspirations. Join in our Building Excellence...Transforming Lives campaign to raise $150,000 over the 2026-2027 academic year. Through this campaign we seek to increase the number of HBCU students developing significant knowledge-based research skillsets through structured research mentoring by top research faculty at their home institution.

Statistics show that around 80% of students that participate in undergraduate research go on to enroll in graduate school. The Ralph W. Turner Foundation believes these experiences build academic and research excellence and thus transforms the lives of student participants.

We invite you to join us and become an Opportunity Partner with RWTF. Dare to make a difference.

Invest in tomorrow’s STEM leaders, TODAY!

https://givebutter.com/transforming-lives-research-excellence-pjrjwt

06/20/2026

Today we celebrate Juneteenth — a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward equality.

At the Ralph W. Turner Foundation, we honor the strength of those who came before us, celebrate the progress we’ve made, and remain committed to empowering communities, creating opportunities, and inspiring future generations.

Freedom is not just a moment in history—it is a call to action.

❤️ Honor the past.
🖤 Celebrate the present.
💚 Build the future.

Happy Juneteenth!

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06/16/2026

🚨 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨

Ready to dive into the world of virtual tissue modeling and computational biology?

Join the 21st Annual CompuCell3D Virtual Tissue Modeling Workshop & Hackathon 2026 hosted by Indiana University from July 27 – August 9, 2026.

📅 New Application Deadline: July 1, 2026

🔬 Learn how to build multicellular virtual tissue models using CompuCell3D
💻 Explore Python scripting, agent-based modeling, and multiscale biological simulations
🧬 Perfect for students, researchers, biologists, bioengineers, medical scientists, and computational modelers
🚀 Participate in a hands-on Hackathon and leave with a working model of your own biological research problem

✨ No advanced programming or mathematical background required!

Choose:
✅ Basic Course (July 27–31)
✅ Advanced Topics (Aug 3–6)
✅ Both Weeks + Hackathon (Aug 7–9)

🌍 Open to undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and professionals worldwide.

🔗 Apply now: tinyurl.com/CC3D2026
🔗 Learn more: compucell3d.org/Workshop26

Tag a colleague, student, or researcher who should not miss this opportunity!

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05/13/2026

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the Ralph W. Turner Foundation 💛🖤

Today we celebrate the strength, love, wisdom, and resilience of mothers and mother figures everywhere. Thank you for the countless ways you uplift families, inspire communities, and shape future generations.

Wishing you a day filled with love, joy, and appreciation. 🌷

04/20/2026

At the Ralph W. Turner Foundation, we believe in investing in the next generation of innovators, leaders, and changemakers. Our mission is to support and empower students pursuing careers in STEM by providing scholarships, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.

We are committed to helping students turn their passion into purpose and their dreams into reality. The future of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics starts with education—and we’re proud to be part of that journey.
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The Ralph W. Turner Foundation appreciates Timia, heartfelt testimonial. We are honored to have supported her journey from FAMU to now pursuing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at North Carolina A&T.

Her story is inspiring, and we’re proud to see how she is using her passion to serve Black adolescents and women in the mental health field. Wishing you continued success and blessings ahead! 💙

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04/15/2026

📢 Attention Students!

Are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or mathematics? 🔬💡

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is here to support your dreams and help you grow into future innovators and researchers! 🚀

NSF offers amazing opportunities such as:
✨ Scholarships & fellowships
✨ Research programs
✨ STEM learning resources
✨ Career development support

Don’t miss your chance to explore, learn, and be part of groundbreaking discoveries! 🌍

Stay curious, stay motivated, and keep pushing boundaries! 💪

Research Opportunities

04/14/2026

🚀 Graduate School + REU Summer 2026 Opportunity

Interested in graduate school or gaining hands-on research experience? This is your chance!

✨ Fully funded by NASA, NSF & DOD
🎓 Offered through Dr. Subramanian Ramakrishnan & FAMU-FSU College of Engineering

🔬 REU Program Details:
📅 May 25 – July 31, 2026
💰 $8,000 stipend
🏠 Lodging provided (for out-of-town participants)

🎓 UnderGraduates:
✔️ Fully funded (including tuition)
📌 Be sure to clearly state your grad school interest in your application

🌐 Learn more: ramaresearchgroup.com

📩 Questions? Contact:
Dr. Subramanian Ramakrishnan
[email protected]

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