University of Cincinnati Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience
The University of Cincinnati's Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURF-N) is an intensive 10-week program designed to provide undergraduate students with hands-on research experience in the field of neuroscience. Participants work closely with faculty mentors on cutting-edge research projects, attend seminars, and participate in professional development activities. The program aims to inspire and prepare students for careers in neuroscience research.
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURF-N) provides summer stipends to undergraduate students interested in cutting-edge research in several disciplines of neuroscience. Selection to SURF-N provides fellows with a unique hands-on training experience with faculty mentors within the program.
Our primary goal is to provide our fellows with an excellent research experience that will serve as a foundation for a career in neurosciences. We generally invite 10-15 students annually to work with their identified mentors and other laboratories to learn basic techniques for conducting independent research projects.
Our program faculty work in multiple areas of neuroscience including the study of neurological and psychiatric disorders, obesity, addiction, neurotoxicity, pain, development, etc. The program is usually 10 weeks in length and ends with a capstone poster presentation event. Students present and discuss their data and compete for awards. In addition to hands-on laboratory experience, our students participate in various social and academic activities with students from other summer programs within the University.
Eligibility Requirements
- Sophomore or junior status in an accredited college or university. (Seniors may be considered if their expected graduation date is at least six months after the fellowship term ends.)
- GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Science coursework, such as general biology, general chemistry and/or physics as well as some advanced mathematics and/or statistics courses.
- US citizen or lawful permanent resident.
The ideal applicant will also have previous research lab experience and/or an interest in pursuing graduate education in Neuroscience or a related, research-oriented field.
For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.