Are you thinking about graduate programs in physics? Explore MU’s physics research program this summer.
This summer, engage in physics research while earning a $4500 stipend and joining a community of 100+ other undergraduate researchers. The University of Missouri is pleased to host the
NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program in Physics: Materials and Modeling. Gain valuable skills and get a taste of future graduate school in physics.
During the nine week program (June 1- July 29), undergraduate summer interns will engage in biophysics, condensed matter or astrophysics
projects of their choice. To learn more and download the application, visit
https://physics.missouri.edu/undergrad/reu.
General Information: The Office of Undergraduate Research at the University of Missouri (MU) coordinates a number of summer research programs for approximately 50 undergraduates enrolled at other institutions. Students selected for these programs live in on-campus, air-conditioned housing (double rooms), and receive a meal plan, covered by the program. Summer interns also receive one hour of academic/research credit, travel to and from Columbia, and a stipend of $4500 for physics program ($3800 for non-physics programs).
Funds are available for approximately 50 non-MU students in different programs. An additional 50+ undergraduates from MU or in other programs will participate in all research and educational programming activities, creating a vibrant community of undergraduate researchers.
Students will work on their own research project under the guidance of an MU faculty mentor and present their results at a poster Forum at the end of the summer program (July 28). With 1,000 faculty members, over fifteen academic departments, and eight interdisciplinary programs and centers (all focused on the life sciences), MU is a great place for undergraduates preparing for a challenging career in physics and other sciences research and education. Our Columbia campus includes schools and colleges of Arts & Science; Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Engineering; Health Professions; Medicine; and Veterinary Medicine – all within walking distance. MU is home to the nation’s largest (10MW) nuclear reactor found on a college campus. The MU Research Reactor (MURR) provides advanced research opportunities for students and faculty in the neutron-related sciences and engineering and is an excellent facility for radiochemistry research.
The Campus and Community: MU, the flagship campus of the University of Missouri system, is home to more than 34,700 students (7,700 in graduate and professional programs) and 2900 faculty. Columbia, midway between St. Louis and Kansas City, is a vibrant community with a population of more than 113,000. Columbia offers most of the benefits of large cities (restaurants, art, theater, music, and a variety of churches) and yet maintains the atmosphere and convenience of a small, diverse college town. There are numerous trails for walking, running, and biking, and a variety of city and state parks nearby.
Eligibility: Applicants are expected to have completed at least one year of full-time college enrollment prior to June 2016 and be pursuing a major in animal sciences, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, plant sciences, computer sciences, or related fields. Students graduating prior to December 2016 are not eligible.
Students must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. Please see the information on the individual programs for additional eligibility information.
Application Information: The deadline for applying to these programs is
Monday, February 15, 2016, or until positions are filled. Students must complete the application form available at
https://physics.missouri.edu/undergrad/reu and provide:
- an unofficial transcript (including fall 2015 grades);
- at least one letter of recommendation (two preferred);
- a personal statement including career plans, prior research experience (if any), and statement of research interests; and
- a resume.
Completed application packets should be sent to:
Office of Undergraduate Research
150 Christopher S. Bond Life Sciences Center
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211
FAX: 573-884-9395.
General questions can be directed to Dr. Michael Cohen (CohenME@missouri.edu, 573-882-4818). Questions specific to physics research may be directed to Dr. Karen King (
kingkar@missouri.edu, 573-882-3625)
Posted By: Reginald Culpepper
Friday, January 22nd 2016 at 2:19PM
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