Summer Research Opportunities 2005

Summer Research Opportunities 2008

Where Application Deadline Comments

Epply institute for Research in cancer

University of Nebraska Medical Center
February 10 Designed to provide research experiences for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing careers in science. Students spend 10 weeks in a laboratory conducting research and present a poster describing the results of their research at a Research Colloquium at the end of the summer. For more information visit their website.

College of Medicine

University of Nebraska Medical Center

Most are March 1

Vary by department -
See Department listing on website.
Summer research experience on topics ranging from molecular biology to human diseases. Program starts in June and normally runs 10 weeks. Stipends and other support are determined by each participating department. Students are encouraged to contact departments for additional information. Also, check out their website.

M.D. / Ph.D. Summer Undergraduate Research Program

University of Nebraska Medical Center
March 1 For students interested in combining an interest in medicine with an interest in scientific research. This program is designed to expose students to this type of research. They will have a faculty supervisor and a stipend of $3,000 is provided for 10 week committment. More information.

ASPET Summer Undergraduate Research Program

University of Nebraska Medical Center
No official deadline - start accepting students
March 1 Summer research opportunity through the department of Pharmacology and the American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics. Program runs from June 2 - Aug 8. Students receive housing and a $3,000 stipend. For more information, see their website.

Center for Neurovirology and Neurodegenerative Disorders

University of Nebraska Medical Center

March 15 Summer research opportunities on projects related to AIDS, HIV-1 associated dementia, Altzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease. Program runs from May 27 - July 31. Some amount of funding may be available. Dr. Howard Gendelman is the Director of the Center and often gives presentations to NWU students. For more information, see their website.

Summer Research on Environmental and Occupational Medicine

University of Nebraska Medical Center
Pending Pending

Microbiology and Immunology

Dept. of Microbiology and Immunology, Creighton University Medical School

Contact faculty member
Dr. Swanson investigates...A former NWU student manages his laboratory. Contact him via email: pswanson@creighton.edu

Dr. Richard Bessen investigates prions. Contact him via email rbessen@creighton.edu

Plant Pathology

Department of Plant Pathology
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
(East Campus)
Contact faculty member
Dr. Van Etten researches plant viruses. Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-3168.

Dr. Powers researches nematodes. Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-5726.

Dr. Geiser researches plant virus diagnostics. Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-8723.

Plant Pathology

University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI
March 2 Preference given to students with a demonstrated interest in plant sciences. Participants will receive a stipend of at least $3,000 and supplementary allowances for housing, food, and travel. Health insurance is provided if needed. Participants will have access to campus libraries and athletic facilities. Program runs from June 5 - August 5. Students perform research under the guidance of a faculty member. For application informatioin see their website.

Academy of Natural Sciences of

Philadelphia, PA
March 4 Great opportunity for undergraduates planning graduate study and careers in systematics and evolutionary biology. Program is from June 6 to August 12. Housing, research expenses, some travel funds, and a $350 stipend per week are provided. For more info, visit their website.

Game and Parks Commission

Lincoln, NE
Contact Dave Oates Mr (Dr.?) Oates is involved in the forensics of wild animals.

Veterinary Science

University of Nebraska - Lincoln
(East Campus)
Contact Dr. Gerald Duhamel Dr. Duhamel investigates... Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-3862.

Department of Entomology

University of Nebraska - Lincoln
(East Campus)
Contact Dr. Tiffany Heng-Moss Dr. Heng-Moss investigates insect-plant interactions. Contact her via telephone: (402) 472-8708.

Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI)

Argonne and other Dept of Energy Labs

Argonne is in Argonne, IL
February 1 for Argonne, other SULI sites vary For students interested in science and engineering. These programs extend for a ten week period which begins on May 31, 2005 and runs through August 5, 2005. There is some limited flexibility in the appointment period. The SULI program is described on this website. For the Argonne Student Research Participation Program, and for specific descriptions of research going on at Argonne, see this website.

Baylor College of Medicine

Waco, TX

February 1 Dates are May 31 - July 29. Free SMART GRE prep course included. Housing provided. Physician job shadowing included (4 hours). A $4000 stipend is provided. For more information, visit their website.

Cedar Creek Natural History Area

University of Minnesota

(35 miles north of Minneapolis and St. Paul)

March 1 Research Interns available June through August, but some interns are needed in early May and some until late September. Pay is $9.30 per hour ($4500 in three months). For undergraduates or a newly graduated students who want a career in ecology or environmental science, or if you have a strong background and interest in flora of the great plains. The web site also has an email contact. A sheet describing the program is in the Summer Programs notebook outside the Bio Dept. door.

Cedar Point Biological Station

University of Nebraska

(Near Lake McConaughy)

Open until courses are full.

Field Courses with independent research: Primarily for students interested in field research. A variety of courses offered each summer. It is possible to expand required independent projects into senior research. Contact individual faculty members to ensure they are willing to supervise you. Multiple sessions each summer. Room and board cost is due at registration. For more information visit the Cedar Point website.

Cold Spring Harbor Summer Undergraduate Research Program February 1 Room and board provided. For more information, see their website.

Columbia University

New York, NY
Applications are due March 15, 2005. Applications requesting financial aid are due February 10, 2005. Field Courses with independent research: Research can be done in Brazil, the Caribbean, or New York State. For more information visit their website.

Field Studies

Organization of Biological Field Stations
Variable
Field Courses with independent research:

This website provides you with a listing of classes at a wide variety of Biological Stations around the United States and the world. You may be able to take a course (and be charged tuition, room & board, etc) and expand an independent project into a senior research project.

Finding Grant Money

N/A Website allows access to a searchable database which contains information regarding grants, fellowships, training opportunities, and education programs. They require you to register for access (free). A definite must for students who are at a loss for what to do for senior research. Maybe you will find an interesting fellowship here.

Henry Doorly Zoo

Omaha, NE

Contact Dr. Naida Loskutoff

Tel: (402) 733-8401 x-220
email: NaidaHDZ@aol.com
Dr. Loskutoff is a reproductive physiologist and is on staff at Henry Doorly Zoo. She works on strategies to preserve endangered species and her primary work appears to be issues associated with, or related to, captive breeding.

Research Opportunities Abroad for Undergraduates

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
No specific deadline HHMI supports a variety of medical research-related activities around the world. This is their effort to link up interested undergraduates with HHMI-supported scientists in their International Scholars program. To check out the scientists, go to their website. Individual arrangements, such as the timing of the student visit, are made out with the scientist you are interested in working with (assuming they want you). Funding of this activity (stipend, travel, room & board) would be covered by NWU's current HHMI grant. See Dr. Duncan for more information.

Indiana University

Bloomington, Indiana
Most are the first week of February Various programs ranging from animal behavior to genetics. Stipend is $3,500. Information can be found at their website.

Iowa State University

Ames, Iowa
March 1, 2003 Opportunities for summer research experience in protein engineering, biotechnology, and genetics. The 10 week program includes $4,100, housing, meals and potential travel funds. For more information, see their website.

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory

Salisbury Cove, Maine
February 3, 2003 Research in marine biomedical science, molecular biology, cellular physiology, environmental toxicology and functional genomics available. Students are provided with food, housing, travel funds, and a stipend. Six to eight week time period. For more info visit MDI and click on Undergraduate Education.

Oregon Institute of Marine Biology

University of Oregon
Charleston, OR
Open until Courses are full. Field Courses with independent research: Primarily for students interested in marine biology topics. A variety of courses offered each summer. Tuition and room & board are required. For more information visit their website.

Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology

University of Kansas

Contact Dr. Jeff Staudinger or Dr. Rick Dobrowsky

Dr. Staudinger researches regulatory mechanisms in toxicology (molecular biology applications). Tel: (785) 864-3951; email: stauding@ku.edu

Dr. Dobrowsky researches cell communication / cell signalling. Tel: (785) 864-3531; email: dobrowsky@ku.edu

You can visit the department page here.

Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Therapeutics

University of Kansas
April 15 Assisted by a faculty mentor, students will perform basic research in Pharmacology or Toxicology, or in affiliated research centers. Students will receive a $3,000 stipend for completing the 10 week program. For more info, visit their slightly out of date website.

University of Iowa

Iowa City, Iowa
February 4
Medical Scientist Training Program: A Combined MD / PhD Program

An intensive experience for undergraduates interested in combined MD/PhD training for a career as a physician-scientist. The 8-week SUMR program provides students with a competitive stipend, experience in research laboratories and exposure to clinical medicine and medically-relevant research.

Research Week: MD/PhD Training

College of Medicine
University of Iowa
March 5 (poster submission deadline) Basically, this appears to be a meeting. That is there are speakers and poster sessions related to the presentation of completed research. Research week is April 1-4, 2003. However, they are inviting one or two talented undergraduates to join them. Some additional information can be found at this website.

Science Summer Undergraduate Research Program

University of Pittspurgh
January 23 "This program is for undergraduates seriously contemplating research careers in biological sciences, biochemistry, biophysics, or computational biology" (from their flyer). They provide a $4,000 stipend, housing, and $600 food allowance. Participants will perform research under the guidance of a faculty member. For more information, see their website.

Biomedical Research

University of Texas Health Science Center
Houston, TX
February 7 "The purposes of this program are to provide undergraduates with first-hand biomedical research experience in the basic or clinical sciences." Students perform research under the supervision of a faculty member. They provid a $2,500 stipend, but no housing or travel costs are included. Program runs from May 27 - Aug 1. For more information, see their website.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Woods Hole, MA
February 15 Students who are interested in oceanography and/or marine policy and have completed their junior or senior year may apply. A fellowship of $3,650-$4,380 is awarded to perform independent research within a 10-12 week program. Travel may be provided. For further info visit their website.

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)

National Science Foundation (NSF)
Various This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate Students. This program provides indirect funding for undergraduate students to participate in research. To inquire about possible funding opportunities, please contact the organizations that have received awards. (Do not contact NSF.) A directory of active REU Sites, along with contact information, can be found on the Web at their website.

Where	Application Deadline	Comments

Epply institute for Research in cancer University of Nebraska Medical Center	February 10	Designed to provide research experiences for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing careers in science. Students spend 10 weeks in a laboratory conducting research and present a poster describing the results of their research at a Research Colloquium at the end of the summer. For more information visit their website.
College of Medicine University of Nebraska Medical Center	Most are March 1 Vary by department - See Department listing on website.	Summer research experience on topics ranging from molecular biology to human diseases. Program starts in June and normally runs 10 weeks. Stipends and other support are determined by each participating department. Students are encouraged to contact departments for additional information. Also, check out their website.
M.D. / Ph.D. Summer Undergraduate Research Program University of Nebraska Medical Center	March 1	For students interested in combining an interest in medicine with an interest in scientific research. This program is designed to expose students to this type of research. They will have a faculty supervisor and a stipend of $3,000 is provided for 10 week committment. More information.
ASPET Summer Undergraduate Research Program University of Nebraska Medical Center	No official deadline - start accepting students March 1	Summer research opportunity through the department of Pharmacology and the American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics. Program runs from June 2 - Aug 8. Students receive housing and a $3,000 stipend. For more information, see their website.
Center for Neurovirology and Neurodegenerative Disorders University of Nebraska Medical Center	March 15	Summer research opportunities on projects related to AIDS, HIV-1 associated dementia, Altzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease. Program runs from May 27 - July 31. Some amount of funding may be available. Dr. Howard Gendelman is the Director of the Center and often gives presentations to NWU students. For more information, see their website.
Summer Research on Environmental and Occupational Medicine University of Nebraska Medical Center	Pending	Pending
Microbiology and Immunology Dept. of Microbiology and Immunology, Creighton University Medical School	Contact faculty member	Dr. Swanson investigates...A former NWU student manages his laboratory. Contact him via email: pswanson@creighton.edu Dr. Richard Bessen investigates prions. Contact him via email rbessen@creighton.edu
Plant Pathology Department of Plant Pathology University of Nebraska - Lincoln (East Campus)	Contact faculty member	Dr. Van Etten researches plant viruses. Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-3168. Dr. Powers researches nematodes. Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-5726. Dr. Geiser researches plant virus diagnostics. Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-8723.
Plant Pathology University of Wisconsin Madison, WI	March 2	Preference given to students with a demonstrated interest in plant sciences. Participants will receive a stipend of at least $3,000 and supplementary allowances for housing, food, and travel. Health insurance is provided if needed. Participants will have access to campus libraries and athletic facilities. Program runs from June 5 - August 5. Students perform research under the guidance of a faculty member. For application informatioin see their website.
Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia, PA	March 4	Great opportunity for undergraduates planning graduate study and careers in systematics and evolutionary biology. Program is from June 6 to August 12. Housing, research expenses, some travel funds, and a $350 stipend per week are provided. For more info, visit their website.
Game and Parks Commission Lincoln, NE	Contact Dave Oates	Mr (Dr.?) Oates is involved in the forensics of wild animals.
Veterinary Science University of Nebraska - Lincoln (East Campus)	Contact Dr. Gerald Duhamel	Dr. Duhamel investigates... Contact him via telephone: (402) 472-3862.
Department of Entomology University of Nebraska - Lincoln (East Campus)	Contact Dr. Tiffany Heng-Moss	Dr. Heng-Moss investigates insect-plant interactions. Contact her via telephone: (402) 472-8708.
Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) Argonne and other Dept of Energy Labs Argonne is in Argonne, IL	February 1 for Argonne, other SULI sites vary	For students interested in science and engineering. These programs extend for a ten week period which begins on May 31, 2005 and runs through August 5, 2005. There is some limited flexibility in the appointment period. The SULI program is described on this website. For the Argonne Student Research Participation Program, and for specific descriptions of research going on at Argonne, see this website.
Baylor College of Medicine Waco, TX	February 1	Dates are May 31 - July 29. Free SMART GRE prep course included. Housing provided. Physician job shadowing included (4 hours). A $4000 stipend is provided. For more information, visit their website.
Cedar Creek Natural History Area University of Minnesota (35 miles north of Minneapolis and St. Paul)	March 1	Research Interns available June through August, but some interns are needed in early May and some until late September. Pay is $9.30 per hour ($4500 in three months). For undergraduates or a newly graduated students who want a career in ecology or environmental science, or if you have a strong background and interest in flora of the great plains. The web site also has an email contact. A sheet describing the program is in the Summer Programs notebook outside the Bio Dept. door.
Cedar Point Biological Station University of Nebraska (Near Lake McConaughy)	Open until courses are full.	Field Courses with independent research: Primarily for students interested in field research. A variety of courses offered each summer. It is possible to expand required independent projects into senior research. Contact individual faculty members to ensure they are willing to supervise you. Multiple sessions each summer. Room and board cost is due at registration. For more information visit the Cedar Point website.
Cold Spring Harbor Summer Undergraduate Research Program	February 1	Room and board provided. For more information, see their website.
Columbia University New York, NY	Applications are due March 15, 2005. Applications requesting financial aid are due February 10, 2005.	Field Courses with independent research: Research can be done in Brazil, the Caribbean, or New York State. For more information visit their website.
Field Studies Organization of Biological Field Stations	Variable	Field Courses with independent research: This website provides you with a listing of classes at a wide variety of Biological Stations around the United States and the world. You may be able to take a course (and be charged tuition, room & board, etc) and expand an independent project into a senior research project.
Finding Grant Money	N/A	Website allows access to a searchable database which contains information regarding grants, fellowships, training opportunities, and education programs. They require you to register for access (free). A definite must for students who are at a loss for what to do for senior research. Maybe you will find an interesting fellowship here.
Henry Doorly Zoo Omaha, NE	Contact Dr. Naida Loskutoff Tel: (402) 733-8401 x-220 email: NaidaHDZ@aol.com	Dr. Loskutoff is a reproductive physiologist and is on staff at Henry Doorly Zoo. She works on strategies to preserve endangered species and her primary work appears to be issues associated with, or related to, captive breeding.
Research Opportunities Abroad for Undergraduates Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)	No specific deadline	HHMI supports a variety of medical research-related activities around the world. This is their effort to link up interested undergraduates with HHMI-supported scientists in their International Scholars program. To check out the scientists, go to their website. Individual arrangements, such as the timing of the student visit, are made out with the scientist you are interested in working with (assuming they want you). Funding of this activity (stipend, travel, room & board) would be covered by NWU's current HHMI grant. See Dr. Duncan for more information.
Indiana University Bloomington, Indiana	Most are the first week of February	Various programs ranging from animal behavior to genetics. Stipend is $3,500. Information can be found at their website.
Iowa State University Ames, Iowa	March 1, 2003	Opportunities for summer research experience in protein engineering, biotechnology, and genetics. The 10 week program includes $4,100, housing, meals and potential travel funds. For more information, see their website.
Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory Salisbury Cove, Maine	February 3, 2003	Research in marine biomedical science, molecular biology, cellular physiology, environmental toxicology and functional genomics available. Students are provided with food, housing, travel funds, and a stipend. Six to eight week time period. For more info visit MDI and click on Undergraduate Education.
Oregon Institute of Marine Biology University of Oregon Charleston, OR	Open until Courses are full.	Field Courses with independent research: Primarily for students interested in marine biology topics. A variety of courses offered each summer. Tuition and room & board are required. For more information visit their website.
Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology University of Kansas	Contact Dr. Jeff Staudinger or Dr. Rick Dobrowsky	Dr. Staudinger researches regulatory mechanisms in toxicology (molecular biology applications). Tel: (785) 864-3951; email: stauding@ku.edu Dr. Dobrowsky researches cell communication / cell signalling. Tel: (785) 864-3531; email: dobrowsky@ku.edu You can visit the department page here.
Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Therapeutics University of Kansas	April 15	Assisted by a faculty mentor, students will perform basic research in Pharmacology or Toxicology, or in affiliated research centers. Students will receive a $3,000 stipend for completing the 10 week program. For more info, visit their slightly out of date website.
University of Iowa Iowa City, Iowa	February 4	Medical Scientist Training Program: A Combined MD / PhD Program An intensive experience for undergraduates interested in combined MD/PhD training for a career as a physician-scientist. The 8-week SUMR program provides students with a competitive stipend, experience in research laboratories and exposure to clinical medicine and medically-relevant research.
Research Week: MD/PhD Training College of Medicine University of Iowa	March 5 (poster submission deadline)	Basically, this appears to be a meeting. That is there are speakers and poster sessions related to the presentation of completed research. Research week is April 1-4, 2003. However, they are inviting one or two talented undergraduates to join them. Some additional information can be found at this website.
Science Summer Undergraduate Research Program University of Pittspurgh	January 23	"This program is for undergraduates seriously contemplating research careers in biological sciences, biochemistry, biophysics, or computational biology" (from their flyer). They provide a $4,000 stipend, housing, and $600 food allowance. Participants will perform research under the guidance of a faculty member. For more information, see their website.
Biomedical Research University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, TX	February 7	"The purposes of this program are to provide undergraduates with first-hand biomedical research experience in the basic or clinical sciences." Students perform research under the supervision of a faculty member. They provid a $2,500 stipend, but no housing or travel costs are included. Program runs from May 27 - Aug 1. For more information, see their website.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Woods Hole, MA	February 15	Students who are interested in oceanography and/or marine policy and have completed their junior or senior year may apply. A fellowship of $3,650-$4,380 is awarded to perform independent research within a 10-12 week program. Travel may be provided. For further info visit their website.
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) National Science Foundation (NSF)	Various	This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate Students. This program provides indirect funding for undergraduate students to participate in research. To inquire about possible funding opportunities, please contact the organizations that have received awards. (Do not contact NSF.) A directory of active REU Sites, along with contact information, can be found on the Web at their website.