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Purpose<\/h2>\n
\nTo provide students, with limited or no research opportunities on their home campuses, a full immersion research experience on the cutting edge of the chemical sciences, engaged in basic chemical research that address biological problems. Students from Community Colleges and Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (PUIs) are especially encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n

Take a look at the effect an REU summer at Boston University can have for you: Scientists: The Next Generation<\/a><\/p>\n

Highlights<\/h2>\n

Laboratory research at the chemistry\/biology interface. Training on state\u2010of\u2010the\u2010art instrumentation. Seminars on latest chemical\/biology research. Weekly REU workshops and laboratory group in meetings. Opportunity to present work at a University\u2010wide research symposium.<\/p>\n

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Synopsis: The NSF-REU Program<\/h2>\n

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation, including the broad area of the chemical sciences. REU projects involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs or in research projects specifically designed for the REU program. The REU program features two mechanisms for support of student research: (1)REU Sites<\/em>\u00a0are based on independent proposals to initiate and conduct projects that engage a number of students in research. REU Sites may be based in a single discipline or academic department or may offer interdisciplinary or multi-department research opportunities with a coherent intellectual theme. Proposals with an international dimension are welcome. (2)\u00a0REU Supplements<\/em>\u00a0may be included as a component of proposals for new or renewal NSF grants or cooperative agreements or may be requested for ongoing NSF-funded research projects. Both mechanisms of support are available at Boston University.<\/p>\n

Undergraduate student participants in either REU Sites or REU Supplements must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals,\u00a0or permanent residents of the United States.<\/p>\n

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Class of 2022<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Program Dates<\/h3>\n

Ten weeks<-- beginning\u00a0Monday, June 5 (Arrive June 3) \u2013 Friday, August 11, 2023--><\/p>\n

Program Guidance<\/h3>\n

Co-Director \u2013\u00a0Dr. Alexis Courtney: alexislc@bu.edu<\/p>\n

Features<\/h3>\n
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  • $6,000 Stipend<\/li>\n
  • Free on-campus housing<\/li>\n
  • Travel reimbursement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Requirements<\/h3>\n
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    • Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident<\/li>\n
    • Current freshman, sophomore, or junior at four-year colleges without graduate programs in chemistry, as well as students currently enrolled at community colleges<\/li>\n
    • Women and underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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