The purpose of the 2013 REU Site at the University of Houston (UH) is to infuse participants with the necessary enthusiasm and experience to proceed confidently into graduate studies and future research careers. Student participants will be paired with a faculty mentor from the Cullen College of Engineering in order to undertake a 10-week project in the field of nanotechnology. In addition to laboratory work, a weekly Professional Development Seminar is integral to the program’s philosophy of creating well-rounded future researchers. This training will emphasize the development of skills necessary for success in graduate school and research careers, such as technical communication, navigating scientific literature, laboratory documentation, and research ethics. The program also recognizes the need for a strong professional camaraderie among student participants, as well as between students and faculty, and includes an organized social component as well as clustered housing in luxurious university housing (Cougar Village).
Application requirements: U. S. citizen or permanent resident status, letter of recommendation (1), completed application, unofficial academic transcript, and a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
Participants will be selected based on academic record, enthusiasm, and research interests.
Stipend of $5,000.
Check out the website at: www.egr.uh.edu/reu
Email: reu@egr.uh.edu
For more information contact:
Dr. Fritz Claydon, REU Program Director, at 713-743-4204 or fclaydon@uh.edu