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Laboratory for Research on the Structure of Matter (LRSM) Summer Research Program


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an IBP member program

Academic Level:
For most summer research programs, this is your upcoming status as of the fall. Always check with the individual program's website for details.

Undergraduates - First Year
Undergraduates - Sophomore
Undergraduates - Junior
Undergraduates - Senior

Note: this opportunity encourages applications from community college students.

Description:
The LRSM will offer up to twenty Summer Research Fellowships to undergraduates from colleges and universities in the United States who are majoring in science or engineering. Each will work under the supervision of a faculty member on a current materials research project in chemistry, physics, biochemistry, biophysics, materials science, or engineering. Summer Fellows will have access to all the research facilities of the LRSM and other laboratories, as required. The program will not only provide an authentic laboratory research experience but also workshops (mandatory and optional) focused on professional development in broader scientific and career skills. Fellows will be expected to fully participate in all REU related activities including 2 oral presentations before the end of the summer period.

The program runs from late May to early August every year. All undergraduate students currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a STEM field are eligible to apply (note, seniors who are graduating before the program begins are ineligible) BUT, the program is restricted to US citizens and permanent residents. Students should apply through our on-line application form.


Participating Institution(s):
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University of Pennsylvania (Lead)

Program Materials:
 • Program Website 

This Program can be Described by:
Academic Disciplines:
Biochemistry
Bioengineering
Biomedical Engineering
Chemistry
Materials Science & Engineering
Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
Nanotechnology
Optics & Photonics
Physics
STEM Fields

Keywords:
Biomolecular Engineering
Colloid Science
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Nanocharacterization
Nanoparticle Synthesis
Nanophotonics
Nanoscale Devices
Nanostructural Materials
Soft Materials

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This program is funded by:
National Science Foundation (NSF)


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