URGE to Compute provides apprenticeships worth $10,000 to each of 12 students annually to conduct research of a computational nature in mathematics and the mathematical sciences. URGE stands for Undergraduate Research Group Experiences, and it is the implementation in Buffalo of the National Science Foundation’s CSUMS program. It is a collaboration of the UB and Buffalo State Mathematics Departments, the UB Physics Department, the UB Center for Computational Research, and the Hauptman Woodward Medical Research Institute.
Students accepted to the program conduct a year-long program of closely mentored research and engage in many activities that support their research as well as their intellectual and personal development.
Each year’s research has a theme, and four team research projects unified by that theme are carried out. In 2009, the theme was modeling processes with randomness, and the projects investigated agricultural pest populations, optical fiber communications, the functioning of the human kidney, and strategies in armed conflict. The theme for 2010 is computational combinatorial mathematics.
For more information consult the following flyer: urge_brochure_200908
***This would count towards the Honors Experiences as “Research” credit.***
Please consult the following for dates and times for Nationally Competitive Fellowship and Scholarship Information presentations:
fellowship-scholarship-information-ub-all-f20093
The University at Buffalo’s Honors College is hosting a visit by representatives from the National Science Foundation on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program on Tuesday, September 15th.
The NSF GRFP will offer a session for undergraduate and graduate students from 3:30-5:00 pm in the Student Union Theater.
Topics to be covered in the student session:
· Program Overview
· Eligibility
· Fellowship Benefits and Conditions
· Application Process
· Award Criteria
· Useful tips for writing and submission of the NSF GRF application
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowships are three-year fellowships for graduate study leading to research-based master’s or doctoral degrees in the science, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields.
This fellowship provides an annual $30,000 stipend and a $10,500 cost-of-education allowance. The NSF Graduate Research Fellowships are open only to individuals who, at the time of application, are citizens, nationals or permanent resident aliens of the United States.
For more information on the NSF GRFP: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Questions can be directed to Elizabeth Colucci, Assistant Administrative Director, University Honors College, at colucci3@buffalo.edu or 645-3020.
Dr. Halbreich, Professor of Psychiatry and Research Professor of Ob/gyn and Director of the Biobehavioral Program is looking to hire a research assistant-SOUTH CAMUS.
Duties include:
- General office duties - including typing and filing
- Organizing scientific journals, articles, reports and presentations
- Assisting in preparing articles, reports and presentations
Qualifications:
- Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft office applications
- The ideal candidate will be energetic, enthusiastic and reliable
- 15-20 hours weekly
Contact:
Dr. Halbreich at urielh@buffalo.edu
Please see the following document for information on this fantastic educational opportunity.
Chem REU Poster
*** This opportunity would count as a “Research” Honors Experience.***
Drs. Fran Gengo and Michelle Rainka are currently looking for students to get involved in their research at the Dent Institute. The Dent Neurologic Institute is a private academic practice and the largest free-standing Neurologic Institute in the
US. Dr. Fran Gengo is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy and Neurology at the SUNYAB School of Medicine. Dr. Michelle Rainka, is an Adjunct Instructor in the School of Pharmacy at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
We currently have student opportunities in the area of stroke research that may result in publications. Students will acquire a wide range of skills that are required for independent research. Previous students have been part of programs in Pharmacy or Medicine or have gone on to become accepted into Masters and PhD programs as well as professional programs in Dentistry. Depending on the student’s experience and interest, research may involve clinical and/or laboratory activities. We highly encourage students in the sciences to apply. Students may apply to do research for credit or as part of their thesis work.
Duration: semester, academic year, or summer.
Salary: unpaid, though academic credit may be available
Hours: dependent on student availability and particular project.(***This would count as a Research (RES) Honors Experience.***)
Please feel free to visit the Dent’s Website at www.dentinstitute.com. Interested students may contact:
Dr. Michelle Rainka at 716-250-2038 mrainka@dentinstitute.com
Research in Dr. Jian Feng’s laboratory is focused on understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms of Parkinson’s disease, a common neurological disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. Currently available treatments only alleviate the symptoms, but cannot stop the disease from eventually killing the patient. A variety of genetic mutations and environmental toxins underlie the cause of Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Feng’s laboratory studies parkin, one of the most frequently mutated genes in Parkinson’s disease.
The laboratory provides excellent research opportunity for talented undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in biomedical research or medicine. There are four postdoctoral research associates, one PhD student and one undergraduate student. The projects are funded by the National Institute of Health and New York State Stem Cell Research Program. The laboratory has published many papers in frontline journals of biomedical research. Previous trainees have gone on to prestigious institutions such as Harvard Medical School and Tufts Medical School. A good candidate is someone who has no trouble with course work and can spend time in the lab to perform high level research work that will lead to publications. The vigorous research experience will significantly enhance your CV when you apply for medical schools or PhD programs. It is expected that you have taken courses on molecular biology and cell biology. Previous lab experience is not required, but you have to be very meticulous and responsible. More information about the lab can be found at www.buffalo.edu/~jianfeng.
For more information please read: feng-research-summary.pdf
Academic credit may be available (***This opportunity would count as a Research (RES) Honors Experience.***)
The Robotics Institute Summer Scholars program is a summer research experience program for highly qualified and motivated undergraduate students. Acceptance to the program is limited and very competitive. Summer scholars who are accepted into the program will have a chance to work on state-of-the-art research projects at Carnegie Mellon’s world-renowned Robotics Institute. Scholars will be assigned to work with faculty members who fit their area of interest. Projects will range from a wide variety of sub-fields in robotics including (but not limited to!) mobile robotics, computer vision, machine learning, robot navigation, autonomy, humanoid robotics, human-robot interaction, multi-robot systems, graphics, and mechanical design. We also expect to host some special social and educational activities specifically for the Summer Scholars.
Details about the program, including how to apply, can be found at http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~summerscholar <http://www.cs.cmu.edu/%7Esummerscholar <http://www.cs.cmu.edu/%7Esummerscholar
There is still time to consider undergraduate summer research opportunities at the University of Michigan. Summer undergraduate research experiences can offer students the opportunity to participate in exciting projects, mentored by and working side-by-side with some of the brightest minds in science.
Here is a sample list of UM Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities found on the PIBS web site at:
http://www.med.umich.edu/pibs/prospective/rf/summer.htm
Please note, deadlines are approaching soon (the above web site provides access to each of these programs)
*Cardiovascular Center Summer Research Fellowship
*Department of Pharmacology Summer Research Programs
*Perrigo/Life Sciences Institute (LSI) Summer Fellows Program
*Physics Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates
*Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) in Chemistry
*Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP)
Happy New Year and greetings from the University of Michigan! We write to notify you that there is still time to consider undergraduate summer research opportunities at the University of Michigan! As you know, summer undergraduate research experiences can offer students the opportunity to participate in exciting projects, mentored by and working side-by-side with some of the brightest minds in science.
Here is a sample list of UM Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities found on the PIBS web site at: http://www.med.umich.edu/pibs/prospective/rf/summer.htm
Please note, deadlines are approaching soon (the above web site provides access to each of these programs)
*Cardiovascular Center Summer Research Fellowship
*Department of Pharmacology Summer Research Programs
*Perrigo/Life Sciences Institute (LSI) Summer Fellows Program
*Physics Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates
*Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) in Chemistry
*Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP)
