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2008 SPRING NATIONAL ACS MEETING — by EButler — last modified 2007-10-15 1619

April 6-10, 2008 New Orleans, LA Undergraduate Research in Polymer Science See file for details. Sponsored by Division of Polymer Chemistry AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY

Rutgers/The State University of New Jersey - Research in Science and Engineering (RISE) — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-01-22 1134

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, invites applications to our highly successful summer research program, RISE (Research In Science and Engineering) at Rutgers/UMDNJ, http://rise.rutgers.edu. RISE is co-sponsored by our sister institution, The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ).

Oak Ridge National Laboratory — by EButler — last modified 2008-01-29 1615

The Oak Ridge National Laboratory is hosting the 2007 DOE Day of Science at the Knoxville (Tennessee) Convention Center on October 29. Additional program information and the online registration may be found at the following link. Please note that this year there is no limit on the number of students and that US citizenship is not required.

REU: Florida Institute of Technology — by EButler — last modified 2008-01-29 1621

We are interested in recruiting Engineering or Science undergraduates (they may be in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, biology and other related fields) for this REU program. They must be in good academic standing and US citizens (states & territories) or permanent residents. The program is very interested in attracting women, minorities and the disabled to participate in the program. Students that will be chosen for the program will have their travel and stay paid. Furthermore, each of them will receive a stipend of $5,000 (for the 10 week summer experience). The program starts in mid-May and lasts for 10 weeks. There is an application deadline of this program (March 30th, 2007), so if you are interested in this opportunity we encourage you to go to our site and apply early:

Heart of Texas Chapter of WTS International Transportation Scholarships — by EButler — last modified 2007-09-24 1107

The WTS International is an organization of transportation professionals with more than 3,000 members. The organization provides a forum for the exchange of information, ideas and experiences; encourages the professional development of its members; and promotes industry recognition of women in the field of transportation. Please see flyer for application, website and contact information information.

Community of Science, Inc. (COS) — by matt_voss — last modified 2006-02-01 1355

Community of Science, Inc. (COS) brings together the world's most prominent scientists and researchers at more than 1,600 universities, corporations and government agencies worldwide.

Research Opportunities by Discipline — by matt_voss — last modified 2006-02-01 1355

Federal and private funding opportunities listed by discipline/college.

Federal Research Funding — by matt_voss — last modified 2006-12-14 1033

 

International Opportunities — by JBrown — last modified 2006-09-22 1131

 

Council on Undergraduate Research — by matt_voss — last modified 2006-02-01 1355

 

Fulbright U.S. Student Grant Program Competition — by matt_voss — last modified 2008-02-26 1648

 

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education — by EButler — last modified 2006-10-11 1320

 

International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) — by EButler — last modified 2006-11-02 1428

The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), located just outside Vienna, Austria, each year sponsors a fellowship program for graduate students who are studying in fields relevant to IIASA's work on global change issues. About 50-60 graduate students from around the world spend the summer working closely with IIASA senior researchers, on projects relevant to each student's thesis topic. They end the summer with an international network of colleagues interested in various aspects of global change issues, and often have produced a paper that can be published. The application deadline for the 2007 YSSP Program is January 15, 2007.

Summer Fellowships in Genome Sciences and Policy "Explorations in the Genome Sciences" — by EButler — last modified 2006-12-14 1149

May 29th - August 3rd 2007 Engage in revolutionary research at Duke University through the 10-week Summer Fellowship Program, Explorations in the Genome Sciences,within the interdisciplinary Institute for Genome Sciences & Policy. Gain an appreciation of major questions in genome sciences, ethics and policy through mentored research projects, lectures, discussions and a summer genome retreat. Areas of research include: computational, evolutionary, medical, population, structural and/or functional genomics. Application and Eligibility The Summer Fellowships in Genome Sciences and Policy are open to current Freshman and Sophomore students from 4-year colleges and universities having successfully completed (or currently enrolled in) at least one biological sciences course. This program is supported primarily through an REU grant from the National Science Foundation which requires that student participants be citizens or permanent residents of the United States. We welcome applications from all students and encourage women and individuals from minority groups to apply. Students will be selected based on their academic record, statement of interest and letter of recommendation from a faculty member of their home academic institution. Stipend and Housing Student participants will be housed in Duke University residence facilities, most likely the Central Campus Apartments, for the duration of the program. In addition to housing, students will receive a stipend of $4,000. For Application materials and more information about this fellowship, please visit the URL line down below: Deadline for Application is Thursday, March 1st 2007 Contact Jennifer.Avery@duke.edu, 684--0881 for additional information.

Opportunity to work with USDA Scientists in College Station or Houston — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-04-04 0942

Scientists are working with food safety, microbiology, nutrition and much more. Students can earn up to 8 hours of credit for work over the summer.

TCU Physics and Astronomy REU program — by EButler — last modified 2008-02-29 0941

Students will work with faculty in the TCU Department of Physics and Astronomy on research in the fields of Atomic & Molecular Physics, Observational Astronomy, Laboratory Astrophysics, Theoretical Modeling and Simulation or Material Science. Collaborate on a research project alongside faculty and graduate students. Learn about working in the aerospace industry through field trips. Develop skills in giving a research presentation. Participate in a mini-workshop on research ethics. Receive a $4000 stipend, free dorm housing, travel support to/from TCU and home, and paid travel expenses to a scientific conference to present the results of their research. More information and application forms are available at the web site:

Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) — by EButler — last modified 2007-02-08 0929

Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) has summer internships available. Please review the attached internship announcement.

REU Program: Explorations from Gene to Protein Function — by EButler — last modified 2007-03-01 1241

The University College of Dublin is offering an undergraduate research opportunity this summer in Dublin, Ireland. A weekly stipend will be paid to each student and campus housing will be provided. The deadline for application is March 15th, 2007. See attached flyer for more information.

RISE: Research Internships in Science & Engineering — by EButler — last modified 2007-12-04 1444

During Summer 2008, RISE undergrads have the opportunity to work on cutting edge research projects at top research institutions (e.g. Max-Planck-Institutes) and universities in Germany. Students are paired with German PhD students in a unique mentoring partnership to ensure immediate integration into hands-on lab work and to provide a built-in social network. DAAD provides students a scholarship to cover living expenses, a five-day German rail pass, and an invitation to a three-day meeting in Heidelberg. RISE interns are not only exposed to advanced research but have the rare opportunity to learn about Germany from the inside as they make new friends, establish professional contacts, and spend weekends exploring the heart of Europe. Online registration and the internship database for RISE both open on December 6, 2007. For more information on RISE please visit our web-site or email rise@daad.de .

2008 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Opportunities — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-01-25 1333

2008 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Opportunities

NSF-REU Opportunity at The University of South Alabama - Summer 2008 — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-01-29 1555

The University of South Alabama will host an NSF-REU site for undergraduate students who want to participate in a full-time research experience during the summer, under the direction of one of our faculty members. All the projects involve different aspects of "Structure and Function of Proteins."

NSF-REU Opportunity at Furman University - Summer 2008 — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-01-29 1608

The River Basins Research Initiative (RBRI) is recruiting students to participate in our NSF-REU program. RBRI is an interdisciplinary research program focused on the impact of urbanization on watershed processes in the piedmont region of South Carolina.

P.P.I.P. Fall 2008 Internships in Washington, D.C. — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-01-30 1447

The Texas A&M University Public Policy Internship Program (P.P.I.P.) is currently accepting applications for Fall 2008 internships in Washington, D.C. Interns work a full semester in the nation's Capitol and learn valuable skills that can be used in any future career. The opportunities gained while working in Washington, D.C. will benefit a wide variety of students who have multiple interests ranging from medical or law school to pure research.

NSF-funded International Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site Program at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-01-30 1454

The University of Florida invites students to participate in its NSF-funded International Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site Program at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana from May through July 2008.

REU Site - Camden Campus of Rutgers University — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-02-18 0905

The new REU site at the Camden campus of Rutgers University invites ten undergraduate students to work with faculty mentors of three departments on research projects of importance for the New Jersey Pinelands.

2008 "Junior Summer Abroad" Research Program in Europe for Undergraduate U.S. Students — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-02-20 1544

 

REU Program in Integrated Ecology — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-02-22 0854

Bradley University’s Biology Department is recruiting six undergraduate students to participate in a 10-week intensive summer research experience in integrated ecology.

Euroscholars Program — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-02-26 1101

The Euroscholars program facilitates semesters for research abroad at several institutions in Europe for U.S. undergrads and grad students. Approximately 12 European schools are identified with specific research thrusts at each.

REU Program at Trinity University — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-02-26 1632

The Department of Computer Science and the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Trinity University, San Antonio, TX, are pleased to offer a 10-week REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) program where students will work collaboratively on a wide variety of AI & multi-agent systems problems. We will use multi-agent systems to simulate social environments. This experience will benefit students who are interested in real-world problems. Deadline for application: March 31, 2008.

DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-02-29 0946

 

NSF-REU Program at Auburn University — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-03-18 1012

Auburn University will provide 10 summer internships to undergraduates for participation in an REU Site Program sponsored by NSF in collaboration with the Department of Defense through the Awards to Stimulate and Support Undergraduate Research Experiences (ASSURE) program.

2008 Summer Exchange Program — by NPriolo — last modified 2008-04-07 0820

The US Department of Energy (DoE) and the National Institute for Nuclear Physics - Italy (INFN) announce the 2008 edition of the Summer Exchange Program, dedicated to the exchange of US and Italian students in science and engineering.