Fall Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) at BIOS: Collaborative Marine Research

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Predicted deadline: May 31, 2024

Grant amount: Unspecified amount

Funding uses: Research

Location of project: Bermuda

Location of residency: United States

Overview:

An REU internship at BIOS is a great way for U.S. undergraduate students to gain the experience necessary to embark on graduate studies or careers in science.

BIOS has National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) funding to support nine undergraduate student researchers at BIOS during the fall semester. Students will conduct individual research projects in a collaborative team environment under the expert mentorship of BIOS faculty and staff.

Research Themes

The 2023 REU research projects are based around the following broad research themes:

• Research Theme 1 - Coral Reef Function and Resilience
• Research Theme 2 - Planktonic Life: Size, Abundance and Community Structure
• Research Theme 3 - Marine Microbial Oceanography

Throughout the semester, REU students will give presentations that outline their research topic, methods, and results, including a final presentation to BIOS faculty, staff, and visiting students. REU students will also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of field excursions to learn about Bermuda's natural history, flora and fauna as well as workshops and seminars given by BIOS faculty.

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.

Eligibility:

• Eligibility and Terms of Internship
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
  • To be eligible, applicants must be over 18 years of age and enrolled in a program of undergraduate study immediately before and after the program dates.
  • Underrepresented groups and students attending colleges or universities with limited STEM research opportunities are particularly encouraged to apply.
  •  Successful candidates are advised to arrange for independent study credit through their home institutions.
    • Return airfare (from and to the U.S.), campus accommodation, meals and a competitive stipend are covered by the BIOS REU program; medical/travel insurance is the responsibility of the student.

Ineligibility:

• Applicants are ineligible if they have participated in a prior NSF-funded REU in Ocean Sciences.