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Materials Research Science & Engineering Center REU, Northwestern University
| Primary Institution: | Northwestern University |
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| Affiliation: | Materials Research Science & Engineering Center, Northwestern University |
| City: | Evanston |
| State: | IL |
| Job Duration: | 9 weeks |
| Class Requirement: | Completed Freshman Year |
| Minimum GPA: | 3.0 |
| Position Type: | Research |
| Discipline(s): | Condensed Matter: Structure and Mechanical/Thermal Properties Condensed Matter: Electronic Structure and Electromagnetic/Optical Properties Nonlinear Dynamics Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Other Engineering Interdisciplinary Physics: Biological Physics; Quantum Information; Etc. nanoscience polymers |
| Description: | The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program provides opportunities for undergraduates to engage in hands-on materials-related research at Northwestern University for 9 weeks over the summer. Participants come from major universities and small colleges around the country. Each participant is paired up with a faculty member and a graduate student or postdoctoral mentor based on mutual research interests. Past projects have included polymer nanocomposites, nanopyramid fabrications, synthesis of functional molecules, electronic band structure calculations and granular material experiments. |
| Stipend: | $4,000 |
| Benefits: | Housing Travel Reimbursement |
| Application Deadline: | 02/15/2008 |
| Job Website: | http://www.mrsec.northwestern.edu/content/educational_programs/reu.htm |
| Additional Information: | Eligibility: students must be US citizens or permanent residents. |
Research/Internship Opportunity Contact Information | |
| Primary Contact: |
Klara Mueggenburg 2145 Sheridan Rd., K111 Evanston, IL 60208 Email: mrc@northwestern.edu Phone: 847-491-3606 Fax: 847-467-6727 |
