Summer research 2020

[biochem4]

Hello,

It's my first time to apply for paid summer research programs. I applied to a lab in early March and I got a response two days after my application (my stuff was being considered). I was told if there's an interest, I would be notified. It has been 3 weeks since my last contact with the lab and I haven't heard further decisions yet, can I already assume I'm not accepted? or I can just wait a little more for possible further response and also considering the global issue? Thanks

[cubes868]

Hi Biochem4, 

Difficult to say why they haven't exactly replied yet. However, it's safe to assume that due to the pandemic, they could be working from home/with less staff. As far as I am aware most labs are shut down and no one knows when they will open up again. You can always send a follow up email if you don't hear from them

[lil_shine]

Hi there! Echoing on cubes868, some summer research programs have decided to cancel (https://ims.utoronto.ca/programs/summer-undergraduate/). I would suggest checking in with the program that you had applied to and see if they are still planning on running!