2013 is the International Year for the Mathematics of the Earth. This National Science Foundation-sponsored workshop will focus on the (unsolved) puzzle of the contemporary carbon cycle.
Applicants are expected to have some basic quantitative skills, including a freshman or sophomore level background in calculus and physics. Undergraduates majoring in earth & planetary science, computer science, physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, statistics, and engineering are all encouraged to apply. Only US citizens and permanent residents will be considered.
A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.
Students will receive support to cover travel expenses to attend the workshop as well as full room and board.
For application information: http://scienceconnections.berkeley.edu/