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SUMMER RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES FOR UNDERGRADUATES
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American Chemical Society - Undergraduate Research Opportunities - an extensive list of fellowships, internships, etc. from a huge variety of academic, government, and private organizations, along with a link to international opportunities and a comprehensive guide to summer research. Cirrus summer research subsection - extensive list of research opportunities in the physical and biological sciences. National Science Foundation - funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) - NSF-supported summer research programs located at institutions across the United States. The National Institute of Standards and Technology offers the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program (NIST-SURF) for students majoring in physics, materials science, chemistry, applied mathematics, computer science, or engineering. There may be research opportunities for students with other majors. This proposal includes a portion completed by an institutional representative (see below) and a set of materials provided by each student applicant. Gustavus students have been successful in securing NIST-SURF grants. Bob Weisenfeld, Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations (x7049) is available to provide more information and assist students in proposal preparation.
Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Bronx, New York) (HHMI) The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine offers a unique opportunity to work for the summer in a research laboratory at one of the world's top-ranking scientific institutions. The program is specifically designed for students considering a research career in the biomedical sciences. Join the laboratory of HHMI Investigator Dr. William Jacobs Jr. to learn about tuberculosis and the quest to develop an effective vaccine http://www.researchprofiles.collexis.com/einstein/expert.asp?u_id=1899. In addition, summer positions are available in labs in every area of biomedical research, ranging from biophysics, structural biology, and protein chemistry, to neuroscience, developmental biology, immunology, cell biology, immunology, infectious diseases, and clinical investigation (diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, etc.). Approximately 50 students from all over the country come to Einstein, live on the campus, and participate in "hypothesis-driven" research in their area of interest. Summer positions are available in labs in every area of biomedical research. SURP students also attend weekly undergraduate level seminars on “hot” research topics, and also participate in career development workshops and a forum on ethical issues in science and medicine. At the end of the summer, SURP students present a poster describing their research at the annual SURP symposium on the Einstein campus. All SURP students receive a stipend housing, and a full range of social activities including attending a Broadway show, a baseball game, Bronx Zoo Day, student-faculty barbeques and various outings. There is a $3000 stipend and up to $500 in transportation assistance. Program dates, online application and further information are available on our website: http://www.aecom.yu.edu/phd/summer.htm Application deadline is February 1, 2012
The 2012 Amgen Scholars Summer Research Program in Science and Biotechnology at UC Berkeley.
Page 1 This national program provides participants with the opportunity to conduct research with a faculty member, communicate their science in poster and oral presentations, receive a stipend, housing, meal plan, and transportation to and from the UC Berkeley campus. Program dates are May 28 - August 3, 2012. For more information about the program, please visit the following sites: UC Berkeley Amgen Scholars Program Website at http://amgenscholars.berkeley.edu National Amgen Scholars Program Website at http://amgenscholars.com The application deadline is Thursday, February 1, 2012. (Submit Online) Supporting documents due later.
American Chemical Society Undergraduate Research - Listings of Job and Internship Opportunities: http://www.getexperience.dreamhosters.com/
American Chemical Society Undergraduate Research Poster Presentation Join more than 15,000 chemical science and engineering professionals at the American Chemical Society national meeting for five days of symposia, tutorials, and poster sessions that cover every area of chemistry, chemical engineering and related sciences. Participants will be able to present their research and participate in several presentations. To be considered for a presentation, abstracts may be submitted via the Program and Abstract Creation System (PACS) at http://abstracts.acs.org. For more information, visit www.acs.org/undergrad. Abstract Deadline: November 1.
Baylor College of Medicine(Houston, Texas) (HHMI) The Summer Medical and Research Training (SMART) Program is a 9-week summer research progra m offered by the Graduate School. From its initiation in 1989, the SMART Program has provided un dergraduate students from more than 240 colleges and universities an opportunity to experience r esearch in a medical school environment. Between 80 and 90 positions are available each summer. The size of the program affords a unique chance to work closely with students from many different ethnic, educational and geographical backgrounds who share a common interest in biomedical scie nce careers. Students become functioning members of Baylor laboratories and contribute to resear ch efforts in more than 20 basic and clinical science departments. Students and mentors are match ed based on the student's educational level, laboratory experiences and research interests. At the end of the program, students submit a short summary of their research. Daily noon seminars desig ned for this program help students develop their fundamental knowledge, introduce areas of biome dical research and emphasize the reciprocal relationship between basic research and clinical applic ations. A wide range of scientific topics, as well as career options and opportunities for participants interested in research, are explored. Seminar speakers span the range of career development from graduate students to world-renowned scientists and physicians. $4,000 is provided for salary or co mbination salary and allocation for housing and travel. For additional information visit www.bcm.edu/smart/ . Application Deadline is January 10, 2012, Transcripts and letters of Recommendation Due February 1, 2012
Boston University (Boston, MA) (HHMI) The Boston University (BU) Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program is designed to promote access to graduate education for talented undergraduate students, especially those from minority groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences. The SURF Program is supported by funds from the National Science Foundation (NSF-REU; NE-AGEP), the Department of Defense (ASSURE), and Boston University. The SURF Program is open to non-BU students who are rising juniors or rising seniors, and wish to conduct research in the sciences, technology, or engineering. The program consists of ten weeks of full-time research in a Boston University lab,
Page 2 mentored by a BU faculty member. Most SURF research projects are in areas related to Biology and Neuroscience. On-campus housing, a stipend, weekly enrichment activities, social events, and an October weekend trip to present findings at the BU Undergraduate Research Symposium are also included. You will need to fill out an application, provide a transcript, and submit two letters of recommendation. Information for the summer 2012 program can be found at www.bu.edu/surf. Please feel free to contact the BU Undergraduate Research office if you would like more information ([email protected]; 617-353-2020). A stipend of $4500 is available. For SURF, the application deadline is February 15, 2012, and the 2012 program dates are June 4 to August 10.
California Institute of Technology (Pasadena, CA) (HHMI) MURF Undergraduate Research Fellowships: The MURF program aims to increase the participation of underrepresented students (such as African American, Hispanic, and Native American, females who are underrepresented in their discipline and first-generation college students) in science and engineering Ph.D. or M.D. /Ph.D. programs and to make Caltech's programs more visible to students not traditionally exposed to Caltech. Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Support: MURF students will receive a $6000 award for the ten-week program and a $500 travel/housing supplement. Application: Online applications are due mid-January 2012. For more information, please visit www.murf.caltech.edu Amgen Scholars Program: Caltech's Amgen Scholars program provides students the opportunity to conduct research in biology, chemistry, and bio-technical related fields under the guidance of seasoned research mentors. The program offers students interested in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD a great opportunity to experience the research process Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors attending 4-year colleges or universities in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or other U.S. territories. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 is required. Students should have an interest in pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D. /Ph.D The program will run from June 18 - August 24, 2012. A $5,500 stipend is available, and a $1,500 housing and $1,200 travel allowance are also included. Application: Online applications are due February 15, 2012. For more information, please visit www.amgenscholars.caltech.edu
Clemson University is offering a summer 2012 Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) in Chemistry running from Tentative dates are May 28 – August 3, 2012. This program has a mission to encourage and prepare students for advanced studies in the chemical sciences. Each student will work with one of 24 research active faculty members working in all traditional areas of analytical, physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry. The program culminates in a final symposium at which the students present the results of their summer efforts. A stipend of $5,000 is included, as well as free dormitory housing and a partial travel stipend (up to $500). For more information: http://chemistry.clemson.edu/undergraduate/SURP/ Applications accepted until all positions are filled. Students will be notified late March, 2012.
Cold Spring Harbor (Cold Spring Harbor, NY) (HHMI)
Page 3 CSHL's Undergraduate Research Program (URP) provides one of the few places where young people are instructed in the techniques of modern biology while becoming integrated members of a vibrant scientific community. Each year, approximately 25 students from around the world are accepted to the fully subsidized, 10-week summer program to work with senior Laboratory staff members on independent research projects in: Cancer biology Neuroscience Plant biology Cellular and molecular biology Genetics Computational biology The URP program is designed to give students an opportunity to conduct first-rate research. Participants learn about scientific reasoning, laboratory methods, theoretical principles, and scientific communication. In addition to their research, URP students attend a series of seminars and special events designed specifically for them. At the URP Symposium, held at the end of each summer, students present a summary of their research to their peers and advisors. Each participant also writes a final report, similar to a scientific abstract, to describe his or her project. Program participants live, work, eat, and play among CSHL scientists. They are invited to all Laboratory social activities, see a Broadway play, explore many of the tourist attractions in New York City, have pool parties, visit the lovely beaches of Long Island, and generally enjoy a marvelous-and very busy-summer. By the end of the program, they are well-equipped to decide whether scientific research is a career they would like to pursue. Program dates for 2012 are June 5 - August 11, 2012. A $4000 stipend plus full room and board are provided. Please visit www.cshl.edu/urp for more information and to apply online. Applications are due by January 15, 2012.
Department of Energy Scholars Program The DOE Scholars Program offers summer internships with stipends of up to $650 per week to undergraduate students. Internships provide students with the opportunity to conduct hands-on research and give them a unique career exploration opportunity. This program provides opportunities to learn from top scientists and subject matter experts and career possibilities with the nation’s leading sponsor for scientific research. For more information, visit http://orise.orau.gov/doescholars. Application deadline: January 31, 2012.
Emergent Behaviors of Integrated Cellular Systems NSF Science and Technology Center (HHMI) The Emergent Behaviors of Integrated Cellular Systems NSF Science and Technology Center (EBICS) is a collaborative effort involving teams from Georgia Tech, MIT, and University of Illinois- Urbana Champaign. EBICS announces its "Engineering Biological Machines" REU, a summer research program for undergraduates beginning in the summer of 2012. The program will fund 15 undergraduate students, with 5 students assigned to EBICS labs at each primary institution. Program dates vary by location but are between May 29, 2012 and August 10, 2012. Other highlights include professional development, mentoring, and social engagement with other REU students. We provide a $4500 stipend and assistance with travel, housing and a small food allowance. Qualifications: Applications will be accepted from any student currently enrolled in a science or engineering undergraduate program with a 3.40 overall GPA. United States citizenship or permanent residency is required. Women and students from underrepresented minority groups are Page 4 strongly encouraged to apply. URL: http://www.ebics.net Contact: Tia Jackson-Truitt at [email protected] Application Deadline is February 15, 2012
Emory University (Atlanta, Georgia) The Summer Undergraduate Research Program at Emory (SURE) allows undergraduate students to conduct supervised research with a faculty mentor. Students receive training in the research methods applicable to their research plan, analyze their data and create written and oral presentations of their results. At the end of the summer, participants share their research via our poster symposium. Panels of faculty and graduate students help explore mentoring issues, and make recommendations on how to choose a graduate program and how to balance work and family responsibilities. Speakers address their own involvement in science careers and the requirements for success in their fields. Weekly ethics discussions allow students to explore the ethical aspects of research careers. Awards for popular science essays [optional submission] and scientific posters are made at the end of the program. Students receive a $3,500 stipend, housing is provided, and travel funds may be available. For more information, visit http://www.cse.emory.edu/sciencenet/undergrad/SURE/SURE.html Application Deadline is February 10, 2012
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (Seattle, Washington) (HHMI) A summer research program for undergraduate students between their junior and senior year of studies is established at the Hutchinson Center. The program provides financial support and instruction on a research project under the guidance of a faculty member and laboratory staff (in one of the Divisions of the Center: Basic Sciences, Clinical Research, Human Biology, Public Health Sciences or our newest area, the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Institute). Students spend a nine week period as part of a research team after selecting an area of interest, such as: cellular biology, developmental biology, genetics, membrane biology, molecular biology, molecular immunology, structural biology, oncogenes, or virology. Weekly student/faculty research meetings take place throughout the summer, and students are encouraged to participate in other Center colloquia and seminars. The program runs from June 11 – August 11, 2012. Students receive a $4,500 stipend and up to $450 in travel costs. Students pay housing costs of $1,500. For more information, visit http://www.fhcrc.org/science/education/undergraduates/ Application Deadline is January 20, 2012 and letters of recommendation are due January 27, 2012.
Georgia Tech Chemistry and biochemistry majors who will be juniors or seniors during the 2012-2013 school year are invited to apply for a ten-week (May 21 through July 27, 2012) research program. Successful applicants will receive a $5,000 stipend, a travel allowance, and housing. Each research student will carry out a research prohect under the supervison of a faculty member in the School of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Projects are available in analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, physical, and polymer chemistry. http://www.chemistry.gatech.edu Application deadline is February 15, 2012
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (FHCRC) Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) 9-week summer internship that is designed to provide research experience and mentorship for undergraduate students. June 11 – August 11, 2012 (first and last dates are travel dates) Stipends amount ? For details: http://www.fhcrc.org/science/education/undergraduates/ http://www.fhcrc.org/content/public/en/education-training/undergraduate-students.html Check online for Application deadline.
Page 5 Iowa State University is offering Research Experiences for Undergraduates during the summer. sponsored by NSF. The main research emphasis will be on computational science. There will be a stipend of $4000 and on-campus housing and board provided. For more information: http://www.undergradresearch.iastate.edu/suroboard.html Application deadline is February 1.
Jackson Laboratory (Bar Harbor, Maine) The Jackson Laboratory has an 83-year history of engaging students in research internships in genetics, bioinformatics, and mouse models of human diseases. Students work on independent projects under a scientist mentor and live together in a waterfront mansion. The program runs from May 27 – August 13, 2012 or June 9 – August 13, 2012. There will be a $3,600 stipend or $4,400 stipend for early arrival students. For more information and an application, visit http://education.jax.org/summerstudent/index.html . Applications must be postmarked by Feb. 2, 2012.
Janelia Farm Research Campus (Ashburn, VA) (HHMI) Janelia Undergraduate Scholars: Our program gives undergraduates an opportunity to spend 10 weeks during the summer doing research as an intern in the lab of a mentor at Janelia Farm. The scholars are encouraged to attend weekly seminars and other events at Janelia. At the end of the session, each scholar will present his or her work at a symposium. We want to identify some of the very best future scientists, engineers, and mathematicians who are interested in our areas of research when they are exploring their career options. We expect this experience to enrich the students' intellectual development and to benefit research at Janelia. The program runs from June 4th to August 20th, 2012. Support: $4500 stipend, on-site housing, food, social activities and travel. http://www.hhmi.org/janelia/undergrad.html Application Deadline is January 13, 2012 BY 2PM EST
The Johns Hopkins University Medical Institutions (Baltimore, MD) (HHMI) The Summer Internship Program (SIP) at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions offers a unique opportunity to work for the summer in a research laboratory at one of the world's top-ranking scientific institutions. The purpose of the program is to give students, who are interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences the opportunity to conduct research, while exposed to the excitement of an academic medical environment at a major research center. Research opportunities are available in the following areas: Basic Science Institute Research opportunities in the Basic Science Institute are available in all of our basic science departments: Biological Chemistry; Biomedical Engineering; Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry; Cell Biology; Molecular Biology and Genetics; Neuroscience; Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences and Physiology. BSI Chemistry-Biology Interface Research opportunities in the CBI program are available in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Biology, Biophysics, Biophysics & Biophysical Chemistry; Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Chemistry, and Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences Departments. Research projects span a broad array of topics at the Chemistry – biology interface including studies on the reactivity, synthesis and structure of nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and small molecules of biological interest. BSI - Summer Research Internships in Immunology The Johns Hopkins Immunology Training Program (ITP) offers a wide range of research opportunities including: T cell antigen recognition, the immunobiology of AIDS, the biochemistry of lymphocyte activation, molecular biology of lymphocyte development, Page 6 immunoglobulin gene rearrangement, tumor immunology, dendritic cell development and function, autoimmune disease mechanisms, antigen processing and presentation, innate adaptive immunity to infectious agents and mechanisms of immunologic tolerance. Bloomberg School of Public Health Research initiatives: improving the health of women and children; identifying determinants of behavior and developing communication programs to promote healthy lifestyles; protecting our nation from bioterrorism; preventing and controlling AIDS; elucidating the causes and treatment for mental disorders; preventing chronic diseases (heart diseases, cancer, diabetes); improving the health of adolescents; preventing and treating substance abuse; assessing the effect of environmental toxins on human health; making water safe and available for the world’s population; assessing the health needs of disadvantaged populations (rural, urban, refugees, US ethnic groups); and developing methods to better understand, manage and finance health care. These research opportunities may take place in a laboratory, health department, clinic, office, or in a community setting. Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Projects span a broad range of research, from the basic science of endothelial or epithelial cell biology to asthma epidemiology. Students interested in clinical medicine are given the opportunity to “round” with the Johns Hopkins Medicine residents, providing a glimpse of life in clinical medicine as a resident at an academic institution. Students are actively engaged in hands on independent research and fully participate in lab-based journal clubs and research conferences. Each division of the program sponsors a weekly journal club, during which they present primary research articles to their peers and members of the faculty. Students also attend a seminar series providing students with the opportunity to interact with faculty members and hear different perspectives on issues related to career development. At the end of the summer, the participants participate in the Annual Joint Poster Session hosted by the School of Medicine. This event serves as the culminating event for all of the summer research programs on campus and features poster presentations by approximately 150 summer researchers. Program benefits include: stipend ($3,000), on- campus housing, and a travel allowance. SIP selects participants based on academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to diversity. We encourage applications from individuals who come from rural or inner-city areas and individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in biomedical research — specifically African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, women and those with disabilities. The program runs from May 27th – August 4th, 2012 http://www.bio.jhu.edu/BioREU/ http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/graduateprograms/sip.cfm Application Deadline is February 1, 2012 (ONLINE ONLY).
Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA (HHMI) Biosystems Dynamics Summer Institute Lehigh is a recent 4-year recipient of a HHMI Grant. Undergraduate summer research opportunities under this initiative include participation in an interdisciplinary research team sponsored by the Biosystems Dynamics Summer Institute. Research teams will be composed of faculty from different disciplines, graduate students and post-doctoral associates, and undergraduate students who will work together on a common research project. A 10-week summer program (from May 23-July 28) will include a research intensive experience as part of a research team as well as BDSI-sponsored research discussion sessions, research seminars, interdisciplinary research workshops, and social activities. Students will receive a $4,200 stipend for a commitment of 40 hours per week of research. A limited amount of on- campus housing will be available.
Page 7 Applications are invited from Lehigh undergraduates entering their junior or senior year who are interested in an intensive interdisciplinary research experience in the life sciences. Students with majors in the life sciences, majors in mathematics, or the physical sciences including physics, chemistry, computer science, and engineering are encouraged to apply. Students from other institutions are also invited to participate, particularly minority students from underrepresented groups in the sciences. * The application deadline is to be determined – check the website often: http://www.lehigh.edu/~inhhmi/BDSI/ *.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, MA) (HHMI) The MIT summer research program in the fields of Biological science (MSRP Bio) is a 10-week research training program for highly motivated undergraduate sophomores and juniors who are ready for an intensive research experience at a top notch research institution which offers cutting edge technology and multidisciplinary approach to modern biological research. Students will conduct research under the direct supervision of a research mentor in a field of their interest (biochemistry, biophysics, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, cancer, Immunology, developmental biology, cognitive neuroscience, neurobiology, systems biology, computational biology, genomics) . Students will learn a range of skills, both technical and intellectual, that will help them develop into successful independent scientists. In addition to their research training, students will have many opportunities to meet with faculty, participate in academic and social activities, give oral and poster presentations of their research, and become integral members of the MIT community. The 2012 program dates are June 4 to Aug 12. For more information and for application materials go to: http://web.mit.edu/biology/www/outreach/summer_research/undergraduates.html The application deadline for the program is January 30, 2012.
MCHC / RISE-UP As a part of the CDC Rise grant, undergraduate students from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups have a chance to work with research mentors on a wide range of public health, prevention, treatment, and epidemiological studies. The training is provided at one of three sites: Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins University, University of Southern California/California State University Los Angeles, or University of South Dakota/Sanford School of Medicine. The program will run for May 29 – August 3, 2012. A stipend is available, and housing and round-trip travel is provided for out-of-state-students. To apply, visit: http://www.kennedykrieger.org/professional- training/professional-training-programs/rise-programs/mchc-rise-up The application deadline for the program is February 14, 2012.
NASA Airborne Science Program (Palmdale, CA) The NASA Airborne Science Program announces the opportunity for highly motivated junior and senior undergraduate students to participate in an 8-week summer 2012 internship program in Earth system science using its P-3 flying laboratory. The NASA Student Airborne Research Program (SARP) is managed by the National Suborbital Education and Research Center (www.nserc.und.edu). SARP 2012will take place in Southern California with research locations based at the University of California, Irvine and at the NASA Dryden Aircraft Operations Facility in Palmdale. Participants will acquire hands-on-research experience in all aspects of a scientific campaign, including flying onboard a mjord NASA resource that is used for studying Earth system processes, calibration and validation of space-borne observations, and prototyping instruments for possible satellite missions. Applicants must have a strong academic background in any of the physical, chemical, or biological sciences, or engineering, and an interest in applying their background to the study of the Earth system. SARP participants will receive roundtrip travel,
Page 8 housing and transportation, a $3,000 stipend, and a $2,500 meals allowance. Applications can be found at the SARP 2012 website: http://www.nserc.und.edu/learning/SARP2012.html Applications Received by January 20, 2012 will be considered for early acceptance. Deadline for all applications is February 10, 2012.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in Gaithersburg, MD Spend part of your summer working with researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, one of the world’s leading research organizations and home to three Nobel Prize winners. Gain valuable hands-on experience and work with cutting edge technology. Students must be an undergraduate with a scientific major and a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better. Students participate in one of nine laboratories and receive a $5,000 stipend for 11 weeks. Housing and travel costs are also provided. For more information, visit http://www.surf.nist.gov/surf2.htm or see http://www.nist.gov/surfgaithersburg/.
Note: The application includes a portion completed by an institutional representative (see below) and a set of materials provided by student applicants. Bob Weisenfeld serves as the institutional representative and is available to assist students in proposal preparation. He can be reached at x7049 or [email protected]. Application deadline: February 15, 2012.
National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network Undergraduate Research Program NNIN conducts one of the largest, most successful undergraduate research programs in nanotechnology. Students are assigned to a specific research project and will make a meaningful research contribution to their research group. Each project involves hands-on nanotechnology research with state-of-the-art equipment. Each student will work on an individual research project with support from faculty, student mentors, and facility staff. The program is 10 weeks long, there is a $4000 stipend, and travel and housing costs are covered. For more information, visit http://www.nnin.org/nnin_reu.html. ONLINE application due February 8TH, 2012 and paper submitted components DUE February 16TH, 2012.
Nebraska Redox Biology Center is offering summer 2012 research experiences. Areas will include: Molecular Medicine, Environmental Biochemistry, and Plant Biochemistry. Also, there will be a $4,500 stipend for the 10 week program. June 4-August 8, 2012. For more information: http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram/ Applications submitted by March 1, 2012 or February 15, 2012 for priority.
New York University School of Medicine (New York, New York) (HHMI) The Sackler Institute and the Office of Diversity Affairs at NYU School of Medicine have sponsored a research internship program in the medical sciences for undergraduate students for the past 19 years. The purpose of the program is to give highly qualified students, who are interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences (Ph.D., M.D. or M.D.-Ph.D.), the opportunity to conduct research, while exposed to the excitement of an academic medical environment at a major research center. Students may work with faculty in the disciplines of biochemistry, bio-informatics, biomedical imaging, cellular and molecular biology, clinical investigation, computational biology, developmental genetics, forensic pathology, immunology, microbiology, molecular oncology, neuroscience and physiology, parasitology, pharmacology, structural biology and virology. Programs fun from June 4 – August 5, 2012. To be eligible, students must have a 3.4 GPA and 1 year of bench lab experience. There is a $3,500 stipend, round trip travel expenses, and housing
Page 9 accommodations provided. For more information, visit http://www.med.nyu.edu/sackler/programs/summer.html or http://sackler.med.nyu.edu/surp. Application deadline is February 1, 2012.
North Dakota State University Summer REU at NDSU Chemistry and Biochemistry – “Research on the Prairies” an undergraduate training program in the molecular sciences. 10 week immersive research experience. $5000 stipends and on-campus housing. Women and under-represented minorities encouraged to apply. www.ndsu.edu/chemistry/reu.html Application deadline is February 15.
Northwestern University The Northwestern University Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) provides sophomores and juniors majoring in most disciplines with an opportunity for direct involvement in research. Throughout its 23-year history, SROP has endeavored to increase diversity among students pursuing graduate education and provide a valuable academic research experience for many students who might not otherwise have access to such opportunities. The program is eight weeks in length, from June 17 through August 11, 2012, and includes faculty supervised research, enrichment activities that prepare undergraduates for graduate school (i.e. graduate school application workshop, writing workshops, etc.), and a conference. Sophomores and juniors who are from groups which have been traditionally underrepresented in graduate schools (e.g., certain racial and ethnic minorities, first-generation college students, etc.) are encouraged to apply for SROP. There is a $4,000 stipend, round trip plane tickets, housing, and a $450 meal allowance provided. For more information, please visit: http://www.tgs.northwestern.edu/studentlife/multiculturaloffice/research/srop/ APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 10, 2012.
Rockefeller University (New York, New York) (HHMI) The Rockefeller University, one of the nation's premier centers for scientific research, invites college sophomores and juniors to apply for a unique summer research opportunity. The 10 week Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program, running from June 4 – August 10, 2012, allows students to engage in intensive laboratory research, working one-on-one with faculty, postdocs and graduate fellows to experience life as a graduate student in the biological sciences. Additional program features include: A faculty lecture series organized especially for summer fellows A journal club Workshops on presentation skills, interview skills and applying to graduate school Social activities, including outings to see a Broadway show or professional baseball game There is a $3,000 stipend and free housing for student who cannot commute. The summer concludes with a barbeque and poster session where summer fellows present their work to the Rockefeller community. For additional information, visit www.rockefeller.edu/surf/ Application deadline is February 1, 2012.
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey Rutgers The State University of New Jersey together with the UMDNJ Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, invite HHMI grantees with interest in future PhD or MD/PhD to participate in our highly successful summer research program, RISE (Research In Science and Engineering) at Rutgers/UMDNJ, http://rise.rutgers.edu. Some features that distinguish RISE from many other summer programs include:
Page 10 exciting interdisciplinary opportunities that span the biological, physical, behavioral and computational sciences student input into selection of faculty mentor extensive professional enrichment including training on scientific speaking and writing, GRE prep, and guidance on graduate school admission and career options Poster Session and culminating Research Symposium (oral presentations) great location only a short train ride from New York/Philadelphia and at the national hub of the pharmaceutical industry outstanding record of alumni awards and graduate/professional school placement
The program runs from May 29 – August 3, 2012. There is a $4,000 stipend for the 10 week program. Free on campus housing is provided. Apply on-line at http://rise.rutgers.edu. Admission starts in mid-January. Application deadline is January 15, 2012.
Sanford Program for Undergraduate Research (Sioux Falls, SD) The Sanford Program for Undergraduate Research provides an opportunity for undergraduates to participate in laboratory research, with the hopes of recruiting talented individuals into careers in research. Students will work under the supervision of a Sanford Research team or Augustana College principle investigator. The program runs from May 29 – August 3, 2012, and a $4000 stipend is available. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.sanfordresearch.org/Careers/SanfordProgramforUndergraduateResearch/ Application deadline is February 15, 2012.
Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship encourages undergraduate students to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at one the 17 Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratories. The ten week programs run 10 weeks from May to August 2012 (dates vary by site). A weekly stipend of $425 is available, and transportation and housing expenses are covered. For more information, visit http://science.energy.gov/wdts/suli/ Application deadline is January 10, 2012.
The Smithsonian Opportunities for Research and Study Internships The Smithsonian provides opportunities for over 900 interns yearly at its 17 museums, numerous offices, and research facilities. Most internships at the Smithsonian are unpaid. Unpaid internships last from one month to one year, and require a commitment of at least twenty hours per week. Most paid internships last ten weeks and require a full-time commitment of forty hours per week. These generalizations vary by program. For more information on programs, dates and online application , visit http://intern.si.edu/index.html. Deadlines vary by program.
The Smithsonian Institute - The National Museum of Natural History at the Smithsonian Institution (NMNH) will again be home to the NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates Site: Natural History Research Experiences (NHRE). The 10 week paid research internship for undergraduates will run from May 29th - August 3rd. Interns are selected through a competitive process. Information and applications can be found at http://www.mnh.si.edu/NHRE/. Application Deadline is February 1, 2012.
Page 11 St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (Memphis, TN) (HHMI) Top science students are invited to apply for our NIH/NCI-funded (5 R25CA023944) Pediatric Oncology Education (POE) Program
The POE 2010 class average undergraduate GPA was 3.825. In 2010, 51 students from 42 schools in 18 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico were selected from 460 applicants. POEs must be United States citizens, non-citizen nationals, or possess a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States (required by the funding agency). All must have completed at least their college sophomore year by the time they participate. Sophomores without relevant research experience will not be competitive applicants for our program. While not required, prior research experience is a strong advantage for all applicants. The tenure requirement is 11 weeks (10 weeks for returning students). All POE applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.40 (on a 4.0 scale) in math and science (biology, chemistry, and physics) AND at least a 3.40 overall. The stipend is $4,000. Fully furnished group housing adjacent to our campus is provided at no cost for non- local students.
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The Supercomputing Institute at the University of Minnesota is offering a full-time Undergraduate Internship Program. It will run 10-weeks from June 4 through August 10, 2012. Interns will be paid a stipend of $5,000 and provided with free room and board. Applications and letters of recommendation are due by February 29, 2012. For more information: www.msi.umn.edu/programs/undergraduateinternship.html
University of Alabama Summer Undergraduate Research Participation Program (presented by the Chemistry Department) Sponsored by the NSF. 10 week program beginning May 28, 2012. Participants will be paid a $5150 stipend and provided housing in on-campus apartments. Research opportunities in several areas. Applications are available by calling 205- 348-5954 or online at http://www.bama.ua.edu/~chem/undergraduate/summerprogs/surp.html Application deadline is February 28, 2012.
University of Colorado at Boulder (Boulder, CO) (HHMI)
Page 12 The Summer Multicultural Access to Research Training (SMART) Program at the University of Colorado at Boulder is a 10-week research internship that prepares undergraduates for graduate programs in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. Each summer, 25 students from institutions nation-wide participate in research under the guidance of faculty mentors and attend weekly workshops on scientific writing and presenting, GRE preparation, and the application process for graduate school. SMART interns earn three (3) hours of upper-division undergraduate credit in independent study, and receive a competitive $3,600 stipend, room and board, round-trip travel, and the opportunity to participate in a variety of cultural and outdoor activities. http://www.colorado.edu/graduateschool/diversityinitiative/undergrads/smart.index.htm l or email [email protected] for more information. Program dates: June 4 – August 10, 2012 (schedule adjusted for students on quarter system) Application deadline: February 15, 2012.
University of Georgia Center for Computational Quantum Chemistry The Summer Research Program at the Center for Computational Quantum Chemistry is designed to provide outstanding undergraduate chemistry, physics, and mathematics majors an opportunity to explore quantum chemistry at a world-class research institute. The program includes independent research under guidance from a senior group member, access to the center’s computational resources, lectures in molecular quantum mechanics, programming projects which introduce the implementation of quantum chemical methods and scientific programming. The program runs from mid-May through the first week of August and can accommodate different start dates. A monthly stipend of $2,000 is provided as well as $400 in travel expenses. For more information, visit www.ccqc.uga.edu/summer. Application deadline: February 1, 2012.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Champaign, IL) (HHMI) The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign offers a cross-discipline summer research program that provides undergraduate students from populations underrepresented in graduate study at Illinois with an opportunity to explore careers in research. The program at Illinois provides each student with an experience that will help strengthen his or her knowledge, skills, and understanding of graduate school. The many activities offered through the Summer Research Opportunities Program will afford participants an opportunity to establish important relationships with faculty in their respective fields of study, conduct graduate-level research under the supervision of a University of Illinois renowned faculty member, become acquainted with the culture of graduate school, and to learn what is needed and expected of them as graduate students in their discipline at the University of Illinois. The official start date for the 2012 SROP is June 1, 2012. Rising seniors are provided an opportunity to participate in the Illinois GRE Institute scheduled to begin on May 14, 2012 and will end on May 31, prior to the start of the SROP. The 2012 SROP ends on August 3th. $3,500 stipend plus room, board, and travel expenses. For more information about the Illinois SROP, visit our website at http://www.grad.uiuc.edu/srop. Application DUE March 2, 2012 BY 5 PM
University of Kansas (NSF-REU program) The summer NSF-REU program will be integrating research, education and career development in an interdisciplinary environment. The 10 week program runs from May 21 – July 27, 2012. The program is for Sophomores and Juniors planning a career in chemistry. Engage in full-time cutting- edge research on your choice of one of twenty projects planned in all areas of Chemistry. Receive a compensation worth $7100 including a $3600 stipend, room and board, travel allowance and one
Page 13 hour academic credit at KU. For more information and online application visit the website at http://www.chem.ku.edu/reu Application Deadline is February 15, 2012.
University of Maryland Baltimore County The Summer Biomedical Training Program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) provides biomedical research experiences for U.S. citizens and permanent resident undergraduates, particularly those underrepresented in these areas that are interested in receiving a Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. in the biomedical or behavioral sciences. Students from across the country complete a ten-week research experience with energetic faculty in state-of-the-art facilities at UMBC. This 10-week program offers a cross-disciplinary research experience in the 7 participating science and engineering departments. The program benefits include: round trip transportation, on- campus housing, meal allowance and a stipend. As a participant in the Summer Biomedical Training Program (SBTP) students also participate in a GRE Prep Course. This course is geared toward providing a thorough preparation for each of the sections of the GRE. At the end of the summer, the participants participate in the Annual Summer Research Festival hosted by the College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences. This event serves as the culminating event for all of the summer research programs on campus and features poster presentations by approximately 70- 80 summer researchers, with 3-4 students selected to give a ten-minute oral presentations. A stipend, meals, housing, and transportation are provided. For more information visit www.umbc.edu/meyerhoff/Undergrad/summer/ Application deadline: February 1, 2012.
University of Minnesota, Twins Cities The Department of Chemistry of the University of Minnesota will sponsor a summer research program for outstanding undergraduate students. The Chemistry Summer Research Program is designed to encourage students in the chemical sciences to learn more about research in chemistry and provide them with the opportunity to work in a lab under the direction of a faculty member. It has been, and is presently also supported by a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) grant of the National Science Foundation. Applications will be accepted from those presently in their sophomore or junior year of undergraduate study in chemistry or closely related fields. Chemistry Summer Research Fellows will be selected in an international competition. Each Chemistry Summer Research Fellow will receive a stipend of $6,400. The program begins on June 4, 2012 and will run for 10-weeks through Saturday, August 11, 2012. During the last week, you will partake in a poster session with other summer research students in the McNamara Memorial Center. Chemistry Summer Research Fellows may either live on-campus or off campus. On campus cost for a dormitory will be approximately $1,700 for the 10-week period. Funds are available for travel to a National meeting (such as The Spring National Meeting of the American Chemical Society) to present the results of your summer's research during the following year. For more information visit: https://www.chem.umn.edu/lando/LandoDesc.html Application Deadline: February 1, 2012
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities campus is offering extended Health Services Research. For more information: http://www.hpm.umn.edu
University of Pittsburgh - Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Training and Experimentation in Computational Biology. May 21 to July 27, 2012. Students receive $5000 stipend, housing and travel. Eligible students include: students in life, physical, and computational sciences or engineering, rising juniors or seniors who are US citizens or permanent
Page 14 residents, students representing minority groups or from small colleges or university are encouraged to apply. www.techbioreu.pitt.edu Application deadline is March 2, 2012
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Nebraska Summer Research Program is an 8-10 week program running from June 4 to either July 27 or August 8 with a $5000 stipend. It provides research experience and mentoring as well as an introduction to graduate school life. The Chemistry REU is focused on curiosity driven basic research. As such, the projects are specifically tailored to stimulate student curiosity by provoking students to ask "Why?" and "How?" about their research. This REU offers a wide range of topics, including: organic radicals, medical imaging agents, protein- DNA interactions, enzyme-assisted organic synthesis, catalytic nanoparticles, synthesis of algal quorum-sensing molecules, and drug-protein interactions. To apply, you must be a current undergraduate student with at least one semester of coursework remaining to obtain a bachelor’s degree. www.unl.edu/summerprogram Application deadline is February 15, 2012 (PRIORITY) OR March 1, 2012
University of North Texas (Chemistry Department) Summer 2012 NSF-REU Program. (The REU site is located at the northern outskirts of the Dallas-Ft. Worth area.) The ten-week program begins on June 4, and participants will be given a $5,000 stipend, plus housing. Funds are available to help defray travel costs to and from the REU site.
Possible research areas include: Analytical Chemistry * Inorganic Chemistry * Organic Chemistry * Physical Chemistry *Computational Chemistry * Materials Chemistry * Ligand Design * Kinetics * Catalysis * Synthetic Organometallic Chemistry * Non-electrolytic Solutions * Biochemistry * Layered Inorganic Materials * Metal Electrodeposition * Surface Chemistry * Organic Electrochemistry * Diamond-like Carbon Films * Organic Synthesis * Metal/Ceramic Nanocomposites * Optical Sensors * Gas-Phase Chemistry * Conducting Polymers * Fluorescence/Phosphorescence * Spectroscopy * Atmospheric Chemistry * Environmental Chemistry
To apply, submit application, personal statement, transcripts and two letters of recommendation to: Shawn Adams Chemistry NSF-REU Coordinator, Department of Chemistry, University of North Texas, 1155 University Circle # 305070, Denton, TX 76203, Phone: 940-565-4372, FAX: 940-565-4318, e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] Application forms and additional information are available online: http://www.chem.unt.edu/nsf-reu/
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (Dallas, Texas) The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program at UT Southwestern is an intensive, 10 week summer research training experience designed for college students who are preparing for careers in biological research. Fellows gain experience in modern research techniques, and have a chance to plan and execute an experimental strategy to answer a scientific question. The program introduces students to the sorts of projects encountered during postgraduate research training and leads to an understanding of the planning, discipline, and teamwork involved in the pursuit of basic answers to current questions in the biological sciences. Over two hundred and fifty participating faculty offer training in genomics, cancer biology, computational biology, developmental biology, molecular genetics, structural biology, cell biology, chemistry, systems biology, pharmacology, microbiology and infectious diseases, neurosciences, immunology, and mechanisms of disease. The program runs from June 4 – August 10, 2012 and
Page 15 there is a $4,000 stipend. To be eligible, applicants must be in a science degree program and have completed their sophomore year. For more information, visit http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/utsw/home/education/surf/. Application deadline is February 9, 2012
University of Southern California (USC) Department of Chemistry – “Snapshots of Chemistry” NSF’s Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) May 30 – August 4, 2012. Housing, meals, student health insurance, and travel costs are included. Broad selection of research groups in inorganic / biochemistry, physical-theoretical, and organic-materials chemistry. Open to sophomores or juniors who are US citizens or permanent residents. Fill out an application online. http://chemic.usc.edu/reu.html Application deadline is March 14, 2012.
The Quantitative and Physical Science Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (QP- SURF) program at University of Texas Southwestern is an intensive, 10 week summer research training experience which leads to an understanding of the planning, discipline, and teamwork involved in the pursuit of basic answers to current questions at the interface of quantitative science and basic biomedical research. Fellows gain experience in modern research techniques, and have a chance to plan and execute an experimental strategy to answer a scientific question. The program introduces students to the sorts of projects encountered during postgraduate research training and leads to an understanding of the planning, discipline, and teamwork involved in the pursuit of basic answers to current questions in the quantitative/biological sciences. Applicants must be enrolled in a physics, computer science, mathematics or chemistry degree program at the undergraduate level, have completed the sophomore year, and be a U.S. citizen. Forty five participating faculty offer training in biophysics, computational biology, and quantitative and analytical chemistry. The program runs from June 4 – August 10, 2012 and there is a $4,000 stipend. To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled in a physics, computer science, mathematics, or chemistry degree at the undergraduate level and have completed their sophomore year. For more information, visit http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/utsw/cda/dept21010/files/234276.html. Application deadline is February 9, 2012
University of Wisconsin – Madison (Madison, Wisconsin) The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Integrated Biological Sciences Summer Research Program offers research experiences to undergraduate junior and senior students interested in biological research careers. Each student does full-time research for 10 weeks with a faculty member in one of seven disciplinary clusters: Bioenergy, Cellular & Molecular Biology, Computational Biology & Biostatistics, Environmental Biology, Neurobiology, Plant Breeding & Genetics, or Virology. The seven disciplinary areas are woven together in an interdisciplinary learning community through discussions about evolutionary theory. In addition, science writing, research ethics, preparation for graduate school, and biological science career choices are highlighted. At the end of the program, students orally present their research at a symposium, and publish written reports summarizing their research in a program journal. The program runs from May 29 – August 4, 2012. A $5,200 stipend is provided as well as travel, housing, and food costs. For more information visit: http://www.wisc.edu/cbe/srp-bio/. Application deadline is February 15, 2012
Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, VA) The Macromolecules and Interfaces Institute at Virginia Tech University is offering summer 2012 research experiences. The planned areas of research involve the design and delivery of polymer-
Page 16 drug complexes. A $6300 stipend is available for the program, which runs from May 22 – August 3, 2012. For more information: http://www.mii.vt.edu/SURP/index.html Application reviews begin February 1, 2012 (APPLY EARLY).
Washington University (St. Louis, Missouri) The BioMedical Research Apprenticeship Program (BioMedRAP) at Washington University in St. Louis is a 10-week summer research program for exceptional students interested in pursuing biomedical research careers. Students are provided with a generous stipend, housing and travel to and from St. Louis. The program is designed to provide a rigorous, in-depth research experience to prepare participants for top-quality Ph.D. and M.D./Ph.D. programs in the biomedical sciences. Weekly faculty and graduate student science talks and social and career building activities are integral to the program. The program runs from May 29 – August 4, 2012. There is a $4,000 stipend and travel and housing are provided. For more information, visit http://biomedrap.wustl.edu. Application deadline is Feburary 1, 2012
Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences (New York, NY) The Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, centrally located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, has established the ACCESS Summer Internship Program for training under-served college students in the biomedical sciences. The aim of the internship is to awaken and foster an interest in biomedical research and education. It is open to students who are interested in getting a Ph.D. degree and who have excelled in their sophomore or junior years in college. During the 10-week program students receive: (1) hands-on experience in a research laboratory under the mentorship of an experienced scientist; (2) attend lectures and discussions aimed at enhancing an understanding of the current status of biomedical research, and the range of career opportunities available. A mandatory intensive GRE preparatory course was implemented in the summer curriculum. At the end of the program the students give oral and poster presentations on their research. There is a $3,000 stipend and up to $300 is provided for travel expenses. On campus housing is provided. For more information, visit http://weill.cornell.edu/greadschool/summer/ Application deadline is February 1, 2012
Western Kentucky University – REU Biotechnology Western Kentucky University seeks talented science students to participate in its summer National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program in investigative biotechnology (May 29-August 3, 2012. The preference is for rising juniors and seniors (younger students with research experience will be considered), who have completed core courses in the science curriculum at their home institutions and have demonstrated a curiosity and passion for science. Twelve faculty members in Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Computer Science will serve as mentors to accepted students. These students will gain much. Academically, students will be trained in research techniques, participate in exciting research (students can chose from over seventeen projects), and gain valuable presentation skills. A series of workshops exploring ethics and preparing students to apply for and succeed in graduate school will be offered. Practically, students will receive a stipend of $500 per week, free housing, meal and travel allowances, and lab supplies. Students can find more information and application instructions at http://www.wku.edu/biotechreu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For consideration, Applications must be postmarked by Friday, March 2, 2012.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology This summer undergraduate research fellowship (SURF) is offered to students majoring in science, mathematics, or engineering. Students will participate in one of six laboratories and receive a $5,000 stipend for 11 weeks, plus housing and travel costs. The students will gain hands-on
Page 17 experience while working with researchers that are a part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology. This research fellowship is located in the Washington D.C. area. For more information contact/visit: http://www.nist.gov/surfgaithersburg/ Application deadline is February 15, 2012
Links to Summer Programs in Biomedical Research: http://www.biochem.arizona.edu/marc/summer.htm
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