[Mathmajors] Junior Summer Abroad opportunity for students in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, computer science, and related disciplines (fwd)

[Brooke Miller]

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For more information:
http://pire-europe.chem.ttu.edu/pire/junior_summer_abroad.htm

2008 "Junior Summer Abroad" Research Program in Europe for Undergraduate U.S. Students

Come and experience one of the best research experiences of your life! During this 8-week study abroad program, you will be exposed to international research, education and culture. In addition, you will be working in an experienced, collaborative research team to develop and apply algorithms and software for simulating reactions with organic materials that involve transitions between electronic states.

Applicants should have at least two years of undergraduate study, preferably majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, or computer science; or a related discipline such as chemical engineering or materials science, with an interest in chemistry.  If you have an enthusiasm for learning new science, we will help you to become familiar with this exciting area of complex systems research that is becoming more important in the global environment.

Details:
8 weeks in Europe: June 30 - August 22
$2,000 stipend
housing, food and transportation costs paid
extensive contact with graduate student mentors and professors
training in cyberinfrastructure
arranged tours and outings
participation in a concluding workshop

To qualify, the candidate:
must be a United States citizen
have at least two years of undergraduate study, preferably majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, or computer science; or a related discipline such as chemical engineering or materials science, with an
interest in chemistry.
completed application must be submitted by February 29, 2008

For more information or to apply for this opportunity, contact Bill Hase (bill.hase at ttu.edu), John Tully (john.tully at yale.edu) or Theresa Windus (theresa at fi.ameslab.gov) or visit our website at
http://pire-europe.chem.ttu.edu/pire/junior_summer_abroad.htm.


Michael Hubbard
michael.hubbard at orau.org
Group Manager
Science Education Programs
ORAU
P.O. Box 117
Oak Ridge, TN 37831
865-576-3937 (o)
865-241-5220 (fax)
www.orau.org/see


Robin Chang
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Scholarship Office
Center for Experiential Learning
University of Washington
120 Mary Gates Hall, Box 352803
Seattle  WA  98195-2803
206-543-2603   FAX:  206-616-4389
http://www.washington.edu/students/ugrad/scholar/