NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
http://www.umass.edu/ice/ICE%20REU.html
 
Application Deadline: February 27
The Institute for Cellular Engineering (ICE) hosts an NSF-funded REU program for U.S. citizens or permanent residents interested in pursuing graduate studies in bioengineering or biological sciences. 

Cellular engineering is a new frontier of applied biology.  Understanding cellular function and manipulating cells/tissues to perform in a particular manner is the basis for many ventures in the biomedical, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, including drug production from cell culture, generation of artificial organs for replacement of diseased tissues, and design of bioremediation processes for waste water clean-up.  Our faculty and research are at the forefront of cellular engineering innovation, performing cutting-edge work in biosensor development, cell and drug delivery, metabolic engineering and protein engineering. 

The NSF-funded ICE REU program is a nine-week summer research experience for undergraduates, and includes:

• $400 per week stipend ($3,600 total)
• Support for housing and meals
• Up to $500 to cover travel expenses

In addition to their research projects, students participate in a weekly seminar to educate them in the fundamentals of cellular engineering and provide professional development opportunities.  The ICE REU program provides undergraduates with a unique opportunity to network and collaborate with leaders in the field of cellular engineering. 

 

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