Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) sponsored by the National Science Foundation

The departments of Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry at the Ohio State University will host a Research Experience for Undergraduates sponsored by The National Science Foundation during the summer of 2009.

Official Program Dates: June 15th through August 15th, 2009

Application Deadline March 1st, 2009

Students are expected to be on site full time during the program.

Program Overview:

     *Laboratory safety training and laboratory procedure workshops
     *Full-time research activities
     *Weekly seminars and scientific meetings
     *Social activities

Eligibility:

     *U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency
     *Full-time enrollment in a U.S. college or university during the program
     *Completion of basic course work in chemistry, biology and physics
     *Persons from groups underrepresented in science are strongly encouraged to apply

Benefits:

     *Stipend of $4,200
     *Housing in university dormitory
     *Meal allowance

Requirements:

     *Application (tab above)
     *2 letters of recommendation (tab above - Referee Form)
     *Transcript (unofficial or advising report acceptable)

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