Funded by the Human Resources Development (Engineering) at the National Science Foundation, this Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) is dedicated to nanomaterials for energy and biological applications. Annually, this site will provide 10 undergraduate students with a unique and immersive 10-week research experience infused with training and professional development programming. Nanotechnology represents an exciting and multidisciplinary topic at the forefront of discovery-based science and is well-suited to accommodate undergraduate researchers from a broad range of STEM disciplines.
About the Program:
- Must be US citizens or permanent residents.
- Current freshman, sophomore, or junior at four-year colleges or students currently enrolled at community colleges
- Women and underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply
- Veterans of the U.S. Armed Services are also strongly encouraged to apply
- Students will receives stipend and travel.
- The program pays a stipend of $6,000.
- Travel and registration reimbursements of up to $1,000 will be covered to attend and present at a national conference.
- Non-Local Students
- Up to $2,275 for REU student participants to cover for 10 weeks in fully furnished Campus Apartments with kitchen and other appliances.
- Up to $500 for REU student participants to cover the round-trip ticket to travel to IUPUI.
- Participants are required to attend the entire 10 weeks, all weekly meetings, seminars, field trips, and workshops.
- Research experience and knowledge of careers in nanotechnology.
- Hands-on laboratory experiences in inquiry-based science.
- Connection to a professional network of other students, professors, and scientists.
- May 30 - August 7, 2021
To apply please complete the online Application Form (click here) and upload (1) Résumé and (2) A letter of recommendation from one of your references.
If you are having difficulties with online submission, please download and fill out the PDF Application Form (Coming Soon). Send your application including your Résumé and a letter of recommendation from one of your references via email (agarwal@iupui.edu) or fax (317-278-3602).
PDF of the Program Flyer (coming soon)
For More Information Contact:
Dr. Mangilal Agarwal
Email: agarwal@iupui.edu
Phone: (317) 278-9792
