Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program (REU)

The Physics Department welcomes applications for its Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program (REU), supported by the National Science Foundation. Opportunities are available in condensed matter and materials physics, atomic and nuclear physics, optics and astrophysics. Dates for the 2008 program will be from May 27 to August 2. If necessary, these dates may be individually tailored to the academic calendar of the participant's home institution. In addition to its research component, the program includes weekly seminars and other activities presented by the faculty of the department. The ten-week position carries with it a stipend of $5000, room and board in a private dormitory, and a travel allowance. To apply, either use our web-accessible application form, send e-mail to: reu_physics@ncsu.edu, or mail an application to        Prof. Michael Paesler        Box 8202, Physics Department        North Carolina State University        Raleigh, NC 27695-8202 Application evaluation ends April 30th, 2008. NCSU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified women, minorities, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. Who Can Apply? Although intended for students between their junior and senior years, an exception can be made for a well-qualified applicant who is between the sophomore and junior years. Interested students are invited to apply by sending a letter of application.  Please include a brief statement of possible research interests, overall GPA, physics GPA, and the names and addresses of two persons who may be contacted as references. This program is only open to US citizens not enrolled at NCSU. Why Should I Apply To This Program? The NC State REU program offers hands-on research experience, and helps students determine if he/she is truly interested in research. helps students decide what field of research they would like to pursue. allows students to have an insider's look at NC State University (to which some students will apply for graduate work). makes students more desirable candidate to graduate school search committees. helps students meet individuals attending other universities, and these contacts can last a lifetime. exposes students to mentors that can make a big difference in the student's future academic development. allows students to work on a project that can eventually become his/her senior thesis. allows students exposure to all aspects of research (planning experiments, managing their time, writing up their results and presenting their work). exposes participants to the ethical issues of research. gives students a chance to experience some of the diversity in the area of physics research. What Is The Stipend For This Program? Is Housing Paid? Do I Get A Travel Allowance? REU 2005 Fellows will receive a $5,000.00 stipend in return for 10 weeks of participation. Room and board in on-campus housing is provided as part of the award. If the REU Fellow doesn't want to live on campus, he/she is responsible for his/her housing costs (i.e., on-campus housing allowances are not transferable). A travel allowance is available. How To Apply? When Can I Apply? The application and acceptance process is on-going, but earlier applicants will receive prompt attention and are more likely to be accepted to the program. To apply, either use our web-accessible application  form, send e-mail to: reu_physics@ncsu.edu, or mail an application to        Prof. Michael Paesler        Box 8202, Physics Department        North Carolina State University        Raleigh, NC 27695-8202 NCSU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified women, minorities, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. Application evaluation ends April 30, 2008. Research Opportunities Research projects will reflect the current research interests among the faculty. Opportunities are available in condensed matter and materials physics, atomic and nuclear physics, optics, astrophysics and physics education. Students accepted into the program select several projects of interest.  The program directors then match each student to the most appropriate research project.  Students are encouraged to make any special requests to the program directors - often, a new project can evolve. Check out the faculty website for the current research. Professors who mentored students in past REU programs include: Ade, Aspnes, Bernholc, Beichner, Blondin, Brown, Clarke, Ellison, Gould, Haase, Hallen, Ji, Krim, Lucovsky, Mitas, Nemanich, Reynolds, Riehn, Roland, Rowe, Sagui, Weninger, Young