Chemistry Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (C-SURF)
Eligibility:
- Must be a Chemistry or Biochemistry major currently enrolled as Sophomores or Juniors.
- Students must be either part-time or full-time and be in good academic standing.
- Students must be conducting research in the Chemistry Department during the Summer session.
Expectations:
Award recipients are expected to work a minimum of 20-30 hours per week for approximately 8-10 weeks during the summer. The funds will cover up to $2500 in wages ($12 per hour) for the awardees. They are expected to present a poster or other presentation on their summer research at an appropriate venue such as ISU's Undergraduate Research Symposium or another professional meeting/conference. A Final Report must also be submitted to the Department Chair that includes:
- Summary of your project accomplishments (research results)
- How this project has benefited your education
- Any other comments you may have
This final report deadline can vary, please check with the Department Chair for an exact date.
To Apply:
For Summer 2023, please submit the follow to the Department Chair, Dr. Johua Pak by Feb. 13, 2023. Late applications will be considered only while the allocated budget is available.
- Student Statement (single-spaced and no more than one page in length) that answers the following questions:
- Unofficial Transcript
- History of Research by Student Applicant
- List research advisor(s) and time(s) of research, include any poster or other presentations or papers.
- Chemistry Research Advisor Letter of Support
- Abstract (approximately 250 words)
- Description of research project including significance and approach(es).
- Describe why they would like to participate in this research project.
- Project timeline including start and end dates (8-10 weeks)
- How will it benefit their education?
- How will it benefit future careers?
Application Deadline: February 13, 2023
If you have any questions, please contact us at chem@isu.edu or 208-282-4444.