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REM — Deadline September 8, 2008

The Research Experience in Materials (REM) program is open to all Freshmen and Sophomores interested in MSE. Students work in MSE laboratories with a graduate student and get paid $10/hour for up to 10 hours/week for the Fall and Spring Semesters of either their Freshmen or Sophomore years. Approximately 30 students are selected annually. Applications are due September 8, 2008 and are available online at our forms page. Return the completed pdf application to dharl@mse.ufl.edu

USP — Deadline February 25, 2009*

The University Scholars Program is intended to support undergraduate research and is funded by UF. Commonly utilized by juniors and seniors this program offers funding for both the student and the faculty to support a small research project. The deadline for applications is late February and are processed by MSE Academic Services Office in 108 Rhines Hall. Research is conducted between April and the following February. Information on the USP can be found at University Scholars Program homepage.

SUN — Deadline March 31, 2009*

The Students Understanding Nanotechnology (SUN) workshop is open to undergraduates during the summer between their first and second year at UF (freshmen/sophomore). This is a one week all expenses paid excursion to Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque NM. Students will have the opportunity to learn about NINE (National Institute for Nano-Engineering) at the new center for integrated nanotechnologies. The workshop includes lectures, laboratory tours and hands on experiences at Sandia. Between 6 and 8 students are selected to attend every year. Applications are due March 31, 2008 and may be found online at our forms page. Return the completed pdf application to dharl@mse.ufl.edu

REU — Deadline Varies

Many universities around the country offer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) programs funded by the National Science foundation (NSF). A summary of the various REU programs can be found at the NSF Webpage Applications are usually due March 1 and the programs run during the summer. During the program you will conduct research and most programs cover the cost of travel and living as well as a stipend. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about other universities and establish potential contacts should you decide to go onto graduate school.

MSE Senior Research

All undergraduate students in MSE are required to complete a one year class entitled senior research. During this class you will work one on one with a faculty member to conduct an independent research project. It is helpful to identify with whom you want to work prior to the class and ask the professor if they have an opening for you. In order to register for Senior Research you must have your faculty advisor's signature on file.

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