Students participate in a 10-week summer research program under the direction of faculty of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University. We have identified a set of useful and interesting questions that thesis or dissertation students could tackle in this respect (https://www.faunaforever.org/thesis-project-independent-research), although we are open to discuss student-derived research questions as well. Program Dates: May 31 - August 4, 2021 inclusive. NSF Research Experience (REU Program) The Department of Biology at Tufts University offers a NSF funded summer research program entitled "Integrative approaches to studying recognition systems in cells, organisms, and populations" in which 12 undergraduate students will work closely on a collaborative, interdisciplinary project. Students must: 1) be comfortable handling live and dead insects, 2) be able to conduct fieldwork in very hot and dry conditions, 3) be extremely detail-oriented, 4) take initiative in learning the study organism and research project, 5) understand what needs to be done and complete tasks with maximal effort, 6) be able to perform frequent computer-based work and fieldwork, 7) exhibit exceptional note-taking and organizational skills, and 8) be independent once train ed. Students will receive mentoring as they learn the computational biological skills (including coding with command line and R) to analyze molecular data from non-human primates or dogs, as well as the communication and data visualization skills to present their findings to colleagues. The courses cover topics and build skills around species identification, animal handling, species diversity and density estimation, movement patterns and home range size, behaviour, diet, sex and age determination, as well as habitat preferences and occupancy modelling. -Each summer program offers a stipend of $450 per week.-Housing will be provided in the University dorms for 10 weeks (if needed) at no charge. The University of Hawaii at Manoa is offering an NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) during the summer of 2021 focused on the use of DNA methods to study Hawaiian biodiversity. An educational program will develop student research and professional skills and prepare them for graduate school or careers. To apply for an internship or volunteer opportunity related to mammal research and conservation, please fill in our online application form (https://www.faunaforever.org/application-volunteer-internship). PROGRAM DATES June 7 - August 13, 2021 (ten weeks) QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the structure of the program is dependent on the relevant federal, state, and local regulations regarding safety and travel at the time of the internship. The SRIMS program includes nine weeks of graduate-level research in the field of biomedical sciences. Furthermore, local, state, and federal COVID-19 guidance will be followed, and successful applicants traveling from outside California may be required or asked to quarantine in California approximately 10 to 14 days (subject to change based on future safety guidance) prior to the start of the REU project. Feel free to email the principal investigator (PI)/faculty member at the head of this recruitment, Dr. Noah Snyder-Mackler (nsnyderm@asu.edu) with any questions. Fauna Forever continues to host undergraduate and post-graduate students focused on undertaking their thesis or dissertation projects in the Peruvian Amazon on topics ranging from wildlife ecology and biodiversity conservation, including mammals. Research Topics/Keywords: biology, animal behavior, psychology, anthropology, genetics, neuroscience Comments: Point of contact: CISAB (812) 855-9663 cisab@indiana.edu REU Site in Animal Behavior: mechanisms, cognition, and evolution Abstract of Award Cofunded: Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences, Ethics and Values Studies Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The program dates are June 9-August 17, 2021 (10-weeks). Explore career opportunities in research and health professions, Benefit from a stimulating environment of education and mentoring, Attend weekly lecture seminars on cutting edge topics, Participate in professional development enrichment sessions. These free options can be found within the Skilled Research Intern program (https://www.faunaforever.org/skilled-research-internship) and Camp Volunteer program (https://www.faunaforever.org/camp-volunteer). Our program brings approximately ten students to the American Museum of Natural History in New York City each summer for a ten-week experience working with our curators, … _______________________________________________________________________________________________, Arizona State University -- Summer REU in Mammalian Genomics, We are seeking 2-4 undergraduate students to virtually join our lab for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) positions in the summer of 2021 (June 14-August 20, 2021). In the summer 2021 (June 1-July31), Pepperdine University will host the Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Biology (SURB) developed specifically for students who are interested in pursuing a career in biological research, science education, environmental science, or biotechnology. * ~10 weeks in summer (June 1 - Aug 6, 2021), * Students will receive a summer stipend plus dorm and meal expenses, * Students will work in labs, interact w/ faculty mentors, post-docs, * Weekly group seminars and meetings for students (e.g., career, development, responsible research conduct, science. Students will be trained in fieldwork, insect husbandry, rearing, autotomy, imaging, dissections, and measurements. The successful applicants will work with the research team throughout the REU. Students participating in the REU program will receive: Stipend of $5,500 over the 10-week period, Free housing in a UNF dormitory and meals, Support for transportation between UNF and their home institution. Summer 2021 program. Participants will receive free room and board, and travel to and from the program. Research projects span a range of topics, including evolution of behavior, origin of species, cancer evolution, evolution of sex, Evo-Devo, and paleontology. Possible REU projects could include asking whether individuals occupy the same social network position across years, investigating the mechanisms linking social network position to fitness, or more computational work on how different network creation methods impact results. Graduate students from the three Fields administered in the department have formed the MBG Diversity Council. Move-in is at least one day before the start date, and move out is one day after the end date. Research Programs; 2021 Plant and Microbiome; REU: Systems Biology of Plant and Microbiome. Sophomore and junior Biology major students will be chosen to join active lab groups for the summer and conduct cutting edge research over a broad spectrum of topics in sensory ecology, including: * Genomics and development of sensory systems, * Neural mechanisms of sensory system function, * Sensory perception and behavioral influences of the physical, * Behavioral ecology of animal movement and dispersal. Because the position is virtual, there is no limit on the geographical location of the student, however, due to our funding source, we are limited to individuals who are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States and students who have not yet graduated from their undergraduate institution. Prior to this, students will complete a 1-week orientation on performing research in Coastal Biology to prepare them for their directed research projects. Center for Root and Rhizobiome ... decreased fertilizer requirements, and the testing of other hypotheses which may arise. The University of Idaho’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program in Molecular and Organismal Evolution is a 10–week summer program sponsored … To establish a pipeline of diverse, underrepresented students into health-related research. Apply through the Leadership Alliance Summer Research-Early Identification Program website. Summer Program Dates: May 31 - August 6, 2021. Fauna Forever is once again accepting applications for our Neotropical mammal research training courses and project internships in Peru starting in the Summer of 2021. Please do not submit an application at this time for Summer 2021… The Program. Due to the continued threat of COVID-19 and evolving safety guidance, this REU required a change in project location and budget. The REU program website and application form can be found here: https://biodiversity-reu.manoa.hawaii.edu. 2021 PROGRAM DATES: June 21 – August 27. The Nebraska Redox Biology Center at the University of Nebraska Lincoln offers qualified undergraduates an opportunity to pursue independent research projects in redox biochemistry. Full-length courses are eight weeks long and start at an introductory level and work up through intermediate, advanced and master levels. Participants will take advantage of high-throughput DNA sequencing, phylogenetic, population genetic, and genomic methods to study the evolutionary and biogeographic origins of Hawaiʻi’s native, endemic and invasive organisms. This study seeks to answer these questions in three species of leaf-footed bugs, which is part of a larger comparative study analyzing trade-offs between weapons and testes across the family. The NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Site, funded since 2002, is geared towards providing opportunities to students interested in the cellular and molecular biology of plants through next generation technologies. Applications are due February 1, 2021. Career goals and stated interest in research, including why you would like to participate in the program--move, Academic record, particularly in science–related courses. We are seeking 2-4 undergraduate students to virtually join our lab for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) positions in the summer of 2021 (June 14-August 20, 2021). The information collected remains strictly confidential. REU participants will be mentored by a diverse faculty from the School of Life Sciences, the Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology, and the Department of Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences. The NSF REU program is a 10-week program that typically involves a hands-on research experience for undergraduate students, whereby participants work in the labs of some of UAB’s renown scientists. Develop research skills, include computational, analytical, and/or laboratory skills; Explore issues related to research such as science ethics and communication Students from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Individuals from underrepresented cultural and ethnic groups, disadvantaged backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Emphasis will be placed on faculty recommendations and student statements, along with academic performance and other indicators of future research success. There are many opportunities COVID-19 AND TRAVEL DISCLAIMER. bats). NSF-supported Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) interns must be: Citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions; Currently-enrolled undergraduate students. Applications will be evaluated based upon the following criteria: As a condition of acceptance into the program, program participants will be asked after their departure to update information on their educational and career activities. Previous research experience is not required. If you have the opportunity, please briefly list list 3-4 faculty members with whom you would be most interested in conducting your summer research and why. Dates for 2021 Sevilleta REU Program: May 31 - Aug 6, 2021 The projects portal has descriptions of research projects available for summer 2021. If a male were to lose a weapon, would he be able to reallocate resources towards increased testes growth? The Research Experience for Undergraduates Program in Systematics and Evolutionary Biology is funded by the National Science Foundation and has been in place for 30 years. Males in several species use their hind legs as weapons, which they can naturally self-amputate (autotomy) when they are injured or to escape predators or a bad molt. The 10-week REU summer program provides participants with stipends and covers the costs of accommodations, food, and travel to the REU site. May 31 – August 5, 2021. We are seeking three undergraduate students that are committed, reliable, independent, and team-oriented with a positive attitude and great work ethic to conduct this study. Preference is given to those with an interest in attending Marshall University for their graduate education. US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (valid green card) required due to funding sources. We are unable to accommodate international students. The DSHREP is a competitive program designed to provide research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students from backgrounds that are historically underrepresented in biomedical science. The focal point of the proposed projects is Integrative Cell and Molecular Biology. Work closely with a faculty advisor and research group. International students are not eligible for this program. If you have questions, please direct them to Andrew Forbes (andrew-forbes@uiowa.edu) or Maurine Neiman (maurine-neiman@uiowa.edu). Summer Research Internship for Minority Students (SRIMS). Application Deadline: 2/28/2021 Participating Institution(s): (Click an institution to see all programs it hosts) University of Cincinnati - Summer Research in Sensory Ecology. Potential projects center around using genomics as a tool to understand mammalian health and evolution¡Vour lab primarily studies dogs and monkeys. Applicants must be current undergraduates who will not graduate before August 2021. The deadline for applications for Summer 2021 is Monday, March 15th. Please consider forwarding this message to students who might be interested in this program or including the information below in a student newsletter. For more information and to apply for a place on one of these mammal research training courses, please visit this link: https://www.faunaforever.org/field-course-internship, THESIS OR DISSERTATION PROJECT INTERNSHIP. Students will also be required to dedicate part of their weekly research hours to one-hour lab meetings per week, attend weekly virtual science seminars at affiliated institutions, and present a summary of project findings or primary scientific literature towards the end of the REU. Some of the methods and skills taught include bounded and unbounded line transects, camera trap arrays, baited and un-baited pit-fall traps, auditory and ultrasound recordings, GPS-based studies of animal movements, plot-based methods, and also the analytical and software skills required to interpret field data. The University of Iowa is offering ten NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) positions during the summer of 2021. Our courses are geared toward students in the natural/biological/marine/coastal sciences, but are open to students in any major. REGISTRATION FEES AND FREE OPPORTUNITIES Fauna Forever charges a fee for its research training courses and most other volunteer and internship options. Stephanie Kraft-Terry and Peter Marko at uhmreu@hawaii.edu. Apply here and check out our 2021 REU Projects here. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________, University of Iowa Summer 2021 Research Experience. Applications for the REU program will be screened by a committee to select individuals whose interests are well-matched with faculty in the program. NSF Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Biological Research in Ecological and Evolutionary Developmental Biology BREED. Students between high school and undergraduate are NOT eligible to apply; Must NOT graduate before fall 2021 However, weapons may be costly to develop and maintain and likely compete with other traits for limited resources. 2021 Program Details. Please visit www.millerlab.net and mforthman.weebly.com for more information on the research team. Summer REU and Internship programs, 2021 Annotated List by William Yslas Vélez, December 30, 2020 Information about summer REU programs is available at the NSF website: http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/list_result.cfm?unitid=5044 The AMS website lists internships with industry and national laboratories. Two-, four- or six-week courses are also available for those who can’t take on a full course, and some candidates with previous experience may be able to start at an intermediate level. RESEARCH TOPIC: Reproductive trade-offs between costly sexually selected weapons and other expensive tissues in three species of Coreoidea (Insecta: Hemiptera) In many species, males engage in competitive behaviors with weapons for access to high-quality territories and mates. As a result of this, airfare for students to travel to/from California from outside the state will not be covered under REU grant funds. Deadline Extended! Engineering Materials for Advances in Energy, Biology, and Nanotechnology. This unique experience allows participants to gain hands-on research experience, providing an excellent stepping stone for future graduate studies in ecology, evolution, and conservation biology. 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All students, postdocs, staff and faculty in MBG and associated Fields are welcome to join; for more information, go to their website. The Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL) plans to offer the Undergraduate Education Program, including awarding REU’s and scholarships, in 2021. Some previous research experience and coursework in biology are preferred, but no formal experience with insects or insect science is required. Application period opens: December 15, 2020. For more information, visit https://www.artsci.uc.edu/bio-reu. However, a competitive stipend is available per student, and local, project-related travel within California will be covered by the REU grant funds. Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates at Purdue University. Selection is based on academic standing and faculty recommendations. The only expectation we have for the incoming student-researchers is to have some familiarity with genetics (e.g. Funded by: The National Science Foundation (REU Award #1659534) and various sources at Cornell University, including: the Office of the Associate Vice Provost for Research; the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, the Weill Institute of Cell and Molecular Biology, and the Division of Nutritional Sciences. Please indicated the earliest date you could arrive at the UNM Sevilleta Field Station REU program if an early start is required. (The 2021 summer program will be held virtually) PREPARE FOR THE RIGORS OF GRADUATE SCHOOL: QRLSSP is an intensive summer research experience that prepares undergraduate students for the rigors of graduate level research at the interface of mathematics, statistics, and the natural and social sciences. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 15, 2021. Application deadline: March 1, 2021. The application review will begin March 12, 2021, and will close March 24. Students will receive mentoring as they learn the computational biological skills (including coding with command line and R) to analyze molecular data from non-human primates or dogs, as well as the communication and data visualization skills to present their findings to colleagues. Research projects span a range of topics, including evolution of behavior, origin of species, cancer evolution, evolution of sex, Evo-Devo, and paleontology. We are seeking passionate, enthusiastic undergraduates to join us for this opportunity กV no prior research experience required! This tracking is done solely to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. A bus pass for transportation on campus and into town. Undergraduate students have authored peer-reviewed publications, presented at local and national meetings, and won local and national awards. FIELD COURSE INTERNSHIPS (2, 4, 6, 8-WEEK COMMITMENT) The taxonomic focus of three of the training courses are terrestrial mammals, arboreal mammals (mainly primates), and volant-mammals (i.e. Please be aware that students are required to provide their own health insurance coverage during the summer program. Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine (MU JCESOM) Graduate Program is offering the Summer Research Internship for Minority Students (SRIMS) for its 12th year! Research this summer will center on describing the social networks of the second generation. Leaf-footed bugs (Hemiptera: Coreoidea) have become a model in studying trade-offs between weapons and testes. If you have questions, please direct them to Drs. Beginning in 2013, the University of North Florida became one of the newest host sites for the National Science Foundation’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program. The positions are supported through the National Science Foundation (NSF) and participants will receive a $4000 stipend, and will be expected to participate part-time (20hr/week). Research area: Bioactivity of natural products at different biological levels of organization. Note: Implementation of the REU program is contingent on National Science Foundation funding. They are also actively engaged in forest conservation activities through a forest ranger program, a community development program, an environmental education program, and a tree-planting initiative. Summer 2021 AGLS REU program at Texas A&M University. Application deadlines typically fall between February 1 - March 15 (varies by institution) and require a personal statement, resume, and 1-2 faculty recommendations. The REU program website and application form can be found here: https://biology.uiowa.edu/reu. If interested, please submit this application . More details about on-going projects in the Snyder-Mackler (SMack) lab can be found on our website¡¦s research