National Science Foundation & University of North Carolina
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Biodiversity Conservation
Introduction:
The Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Biodiversity Conservation is a National Science Foundation funded program for summers 2008 – 2010.
Program Summary:
A multidisciplinary group of students and faculty will compare fossil, archeological and modern marine samples to study how the marine ecosystem has changed through time. We will determine the degree and nature of human impact, assess the health of the modern system, and identify possible approaches to protecting biodiversity.
Eligibility:
Eligible participants include rising juniors and seniors in Archeology/American Indian Studies, Biology, Environmental Studies, Geology/Paleontology and Marine Sciences. Members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply!
Financial Support:
$ 450.00 a week stipend for 8 weeks
All expenses paid
Round-trip transportation to Wilmington
Free housing in university apartments
Per diem food allowance (cook or eat out)
Money to continue your research at your home institution
Travel to present your research results
Dates to remember:
Last date for submission of application form: 03/01/09
Application: http://www.uncw.edu/earsci/reu/application.htm
Program Flyer: http://www.uncw.edu/earsci/reu/documents/NSFREUfactsheet09.pdf
Contact:
Dr. Jeffery M. Hill
Professor of Environmental Studies Graduate Program Coordinator
University of North Carolina Wilmington 601 S. College Rd. Wilmington,
NC 28403-5949
Phone 910.962.3264
Fax 910.962.7634
hillj(AT)uncw.edu
http://people.uncw.edu/hillj/
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