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Arizona State University: Applications for the Research Experience for Undergraduates are currently being accepted. The summer program runs June 17 - Aug 12th 2020. Application deadline is March 20, 2020. View Phoenix opportunities at: https://sustainability.asu.edu/urbanresilience/opportunities/. Posted: 2/5/20.

Auburn University: REU program in Warm-water Aquatic Ecology. Summer 2020: May 17 to July 26. We are excited to invite applications from undergraduate students to participate in a National Science Foundation supported summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program focused on the ecology of southeastern ponds, rivers, reservoirs, and estuaries. Ten undergraduate students will work closely with a team of Auburn University faculty to explore aquatic ecosystems, complete a student-driven research project, participate in a variety of professional development and social activities, develop and lead an outreach project, and share their research findings in a symposium at the conclusion of the program. Participants will work closely with our mentors to develop an interdisciplinary project involving complementary fields, such as community ecology, limnology, evolution, fisheries management, molecular biology, conservation, biogeochemistry, biodiversity, and microbiology. The program will run from May 17 to July 26, 2020 (10 weeks). Eligibility: All applicants who are interested in receiving NSF support must currently be a (1) U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident and (2) an undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior graduating no earlier than September 2020 or a high school senior that will start their undergraduate education the following fall semester after the REU program. We are especially encouraging students from traditionally under-represented groups in biology (i.e., African-Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, other Pacific Islanders, students with disabilities, first generation college students, and U.S. veterans) as well as students from institutions with limited research opportunities (e.g., community colleges) and/or students in financial need to apply. . Support: Participants will receive a stipend ($5,500) plus housing and subsistence, financial assistance for travel to and from Auburn, and support for lab and field supplies. For full consideration, online applications must be received by 1 February 2020. International students: Although not financially supported by our REU Site, we are also open to including a few strongly motivated and self-funded international students in our REU Site research and professional development activities. For more information visit the links above or contact Dr. Alan Wilson (wilson@auburn.edu). Posted: 10/22/19.

Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences: Fall Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) 2020 Program at BIOS. We have received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) (Award number OCE-1757475), for the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program to support internships for undergraduate student research at BIOS during fall 2020 (students will arrive August 30 and depart November 21). An REU internship at BIOS is an ideal way to gain the experience necessary to embark on graduate studies or careers in oceanography and the marine and atmospheric sciences. REU interns will carry out an independent research project under the supervision of BIOS scientists and undertake training in scientific communication, research methods and ethics, and career development. You will give presentations about your research to your peers and colleagues at BIOS. Our program offers the opportunity to take part in various field excursions to learn about Bermuda's natural history, flora and fauna and all students will have the opportunity to participate in an oceanographic research cruise aboard our research vessel R/V Atlantic Explorer. This life-changing program provides recipients with the opportunity to design and conduct intensive, hands-on research projects, under expert faculty supervision and mentorship, within several research areas including: - Biology, chemistry, and physics of the open ocean - Biology, physiology, and biochemistry of reef building corals and reef ecosystems - Molecular biology of marine organisms - Environmental chemistry of Bermuda's atmosphere and inshore waters - Effects and consequences of global environmental change. Students who have completed at least one year of undergraduate study and have not graduated at the time of the program are eligible. Underrepresented groups and students attending colleges or universities with limited STEM research opportunities are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicants are ineligible if they have participated in a prior NSF-funded REU in Ocean Sciences. Successful candidates are advised to arrange for independent study credit through their home institutions. Funding includes return air travel to Bermuda, campus accommodation and meals. Each successful REU applicant will also receive a competitive stipend. Medical and travel insurance are the responsibility of the student. Please visit http://www.bios.edu/education/reu for additional information on the BIOS REU program and the online application form. Completed online applications and supporting documents must be submitted by May 31. Questions? Contact us at education@bios.edu. Posted: 3/17/20.

Binghamton University SUNY: The Prior Ecology Lab is seeking one undergraduate student for a Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) internship this summer. The successful applicant will develop an independent project that contributes to NSF-funded research investigating how insect host-parasitoid communities are altered under global change in the Pacific Northwest. We seek a highly motivated and enthusiastic undergraduate student for a 10-week full-time, paid internship. The majority of the time (~ 8 weeks) will be spent conducting field research in the Pacific Northwest (northern Oregon, Washington State, and Vancouver Island, British Columbia), with the remaining (~ 2 weeks) in the lab at Binghamton University, NY analyzing results and writing a report. Dates are somewhat flexible, between mid-May and mid-August 2020. The selected students will conduct independent research, mentored by Dr. Kirsten Prior, in conjunction with an NSF-funded research project. Uncovering the role of altered cryptic interactions in driving the demographic success of a range-expanding species. This project focuses on how insect communities (oak gall wasps and parasitoids) are altered under range expansions. One gall wasp species recently expanded its range from mainland western North America to Vancouver Island, British Columbia, where it?s outbreaking and has become a tree pest. We're investigating how interactions with other gall wasps (competitors), parasitoids (enemies), and the host plant (oak) are altered when this species? expands its range, and how these altered interactions facilitate outbreaks. We combine field surveys and experiments in the species' native and expanded ranges, along with molecular tools to understand how interactions are altered and contribute to outbreaks. There are several independent research project ideas that the selected student could develop within this study system, and will work with Dr. Prior to develop a project. The selected student will receive a $5000 stipend and housing during the 10-week program. Additionally, up to $700 will be provided to travel to the Pacific Northwest. There are also modest funds for supplies. The student will live in a shared residence with Ph.D. students and field technicians. The student will pay for their own food with the use of a field vehicle that can be used to get groceries and a kitchen to prepare food. Applicants must be rising sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduate students currently enrolled in a degree program. Due to NSF funding restrictions, only U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents are eligible. Students must have a valid passport and driver's license. Applicants should be willing and able to work under sometimes strenuous field conditions, work and live well with others, and be able to adapt to flexible and irregular hours that are needed when conducting field research. Applications should be submitted to Dr. Kirsten Prior by email (kprior@binghamton.edu). Please put "Summer REU position" in the subject line. Applications are being considered now, and will be considered until March 27, 2020. Applications should include the following documents: (1) letter of interest that describes your educational background, career goals, and how this internship will contribute towards those goals (4 paragraphs maximum), (2) current curriculum vitae/resume, and (3) unofficial transcripts. We strongly encourage undergraduates in underrepresented groups in STEM to apply. Posted: 3/12/20.

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies: in Millbrook NY is now accepting applications for the summer 2020 REU program in "Translational Ecology"! Students conduct mentored research projects and have many chances to interact, give and receive feedback and support. They also participate in a rich assortment of enrichment activities, workshops and field trips around the theme of translational ecology. To apply: https://www.caryinstitute.org/eco-inquiry/reu-program Deadline: January 24, 2020 Midnight. Dates: May 20 to August 7, 2020 (12 weeks). Eligibility: Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors or first semester seniors. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its possessions. Underrepresented minorities and first-generation college students are encouraged to apply. Stipend: $6,600 stipend, plus a $900 food allowance and free on-campus housing. Other support: Assistance is available for travel to and from the program as well. Research projects for the summer of 2020 include: - Examining the effects of global change on streams of the northeastern US - The role of natural enemies in governing symbiotic nitrogen fixation - Causes of anthropogenic nitrogen deposition and impacts on tropical forest function - Mosquitoes and ecosystem regulation of disease risk: data visualization and analysis - Quantifying spatial variation and ecological influences of groundwater fluxes in lakes of northern Wisconsin - Ecological change in the Sky Lakes on the Shawangunk Ridge - Understanding the intersection of global change, conservation, and disease risk - Microbial processes in urban ecosystems - Examining the impacts of road salt on groundwater used for drinking water - Urban forest ecology in New York City - Effect of undergraduate research experiences on career trajectories - Ecology of urban streams / high school student mentoring. For more information about the program, contact Kevin Burgio, REU program coordinator (burgiok@caryinstitute.org). Posted: 1/10/20.

Eastern Kentucky University: Disturbance Ecology in Central Appalachia, NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program seeking applicants for a summer REU program. The theme of the research is disturbance ecology. Students will work at Lilley Cornett Woods, a field station with old-growth forest in eastern Kentucky, and in Daniel Boone National Forest. This is a 10 week program running from May 18 - July 24, 2020. Research projects for summer 2020 include studies of salamanders, aquatic invertebrates, copperheads, migratory birds, black bears, bats, pollinators, old-growth forest, epiphytic plants, human dimensions, geohydrology, ecological resilience, remote sensing, and GIS. Students will be paired with faculty mentors and work closely with agency professionals. Students will develop research skills including communication, data collection and management, analysis, and writing, while also learning to work in remote field locations. Students will also participate in professional development workshops and recreational trips. Student benefits include a stipend of $6k, housing, a food allowance, travel costs to and from EKU, research travel during the summer, and research supplies. To be eligible, students must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident and an undergraduate graduating no earlier than Fall 2019. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented minorities, veterans, persons with disabilities, first generation college students, financially disadvantaged students, and students from colleges with limited research opportunities. Applications are due February 15, 2020. Participants will be selected by March 1, 2020. More information including the application can be found at https://bioreu.eku.edu/ Questions can be sent to David Brown or Kelly Watson at bioreu@eku.edu. Posted: 1/20/20.

The Echinacea Project: offering summer research internships for undergraduate students funded by the National Science Foundation. We have diverse potential projects for students with a background or interest in plant ecology, pollination biology, evolution, statistics, conservation, and computer science. In the past, interns have completed projects on a variety of topics including pollination biology, prairie restoration, and plant-herbivore interactions. No experience is necessary, but you must be enthusiastic and hard-working. You will survey natural plant populations, measure plant traits in experimental plots, hand-pollinate plants, observe & collect insects, and assist in all aspects of research. Housing is provided and there is a stipend. Information about our offerings for summer 2020 are here, as well as examples of past REU projects: http://echinaceaproject.org/opportunities/. Direct any and all questions to echinaceaproject@gmail.com. Review of applications will begin on March 1st for REU internships. The team and I are happy to answer any questions. Riley Thoen, Conservation Research Assistant, The Echinacea Project. Posted: 2/5/20.

Harvard University: The 2020 Harvard Forest Summer Research Program is now accepting applications from a diverse group of undergraduate students to join an immersive research experience. This 11-week paid residential internship (May 18 - July 31, 2020) is located at Harvard’s world-class ecological research hub in Petersham, Massachusetts. The program seeks to support students in conducting research and building their careers through Research, Education, and Community. Undergraduates from all U.S. colleges and universities are eligible to apply but must be U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens. The strict application deadline is Feb. 7, 2020. Learn more. Posted: 1/10/20.

Hubbard Brook Research Foundation: with funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) program has openings for two undergraduate students to serve as interns during a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program during the summer of 2020. Students will work with research teams involving other undergraduate and graduate students. Students also develop and conduct an independent research project. Many REU students continue their work as an independent study or senior honors thesis at their home institution. Some have even published in major scientific journals. In addition, through weekly presentations given by the mentors and other scientists, students are also exposed to a full spectrum of ecosystem research at Hubbard Brook. We are currently recruiting for two students. The vegetation team (mentor: Nat Cleavitt) is seeking a motivated undergraduate with a keen interest in tree seedling or orchid ecology. The hydropedology team (mentor: Scott Bailey) is seeking a student in soil science, geology, or hydrology to work on soil, groundwater, or streamwater projects. The program runs from May 26 through August 4. Students receive a $5000 stipend for the 10-week program, as well as free housing. Limited funding is available for research supplies and travel expenses. Food costs are paid by the participants and run approximately $42/week. Students live at Hubbard Brook Research Foundation’s Pleasant View Farm adjacent to the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest. The farmhouse at Pleasant View is set up for co-ed living with students and researchers. All residents are expected to share and cooperate with cleaning, cooking, and related chores. More details. Application review will commence 1 Feb 2020. Posted: 1/10/20.

Huyck Preserve and Biological Research Station: The Edmund Niles Huyck Preserve and Biological Research Station in Rensselaerville, NY is now accepting applications for its 2020 Odum Internship in Field Ecology. This eight-week program pairs students with the Preserve's Senior Research Fellow for original research in field ecology. Interns will also have the opportunity to share their knowledge with students in the Preserve's summer education program while gaining valuable education experience. This is an unpaid internship, though housing is provided. Those wishing to earn college credit for the internship must make arrangements with their college or university. The Huyck Preserve is a non-profit organization dedicated to preservation, education, research, and recreation. As one of the oldest biological research stations in the United States, the Preserve has supported research continuously since 1938. To learn more about the internship and to apply please visit https://www.huyckpreserve.org/odum-internship.html. The deadline for applications is Friday, February 21, 2020. Please address inquiries about the internship to Anne Rhoads, Ph.D., Executive Director, at anne@huyckpreserve.org. Posted: 1/20/20.

Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium: LUMCON invites highly motivated undergraduates to apply for Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) positions in our NSF-sponsored summer 2020 REU program in Interdisciplinary Research Experiences in Changing Coastal Environments. REU participants will spend ten weeks (June 1st - August 7th) at LUMCON conducting independent research projects with guidance from scientific mentors / mentor teams and participate in a series of career and skill-building workshops and activities while interacting with peers participating in other aspects of LUMCON's summer programs. Each student is paired with a scientific mentor(s) based on mutual research interests. The REU program is designed to give students a meaningful, hands-on research experience that takes advantage of state-of-the-art methods and technologies available at LUMCON. This summer, mentors are interested in supporting interns to conduct research in a number of topic areas, including: biogeochemistry, habitat forming species, dissolved organic matter cycling, aquaculture and fish physiology, microbial ecology, behavioral ecology, invertebrate diversity and ecology, disturbance ecology, ecosystem ecology, wetland science, and oil spill impacts. Candidates must be available for the entire ten week period. Successful applicants will receive a $500/week stipend; room and board at the Marine Center in Cocodrie, LA; funds to support transportation to and from LUMCON; and funds to support their research. The ideal candidate should be interested in pursuing a career in coastal and/or marine science, creative, hard-working, detail orientated, dedicated, and comfortable working as part of research team. Experience with field or laboratory research is a plus but not necessary. To be eligible you must be returning to an undergraduate degree program in the fall (e.g., if you will graduate in May or June, you are NOT eligible). Students from underrepresented groups in sciences, from small colleges, and first generation college students are encouraged to apply. Application deadline: March 1st 2020. Instructions for completing application packages which include (an online application form, copies of unofficial transcripts, contact information for two academic references, CV/resume, and a one page statement that describes your interest in the REU position, academic goals, and any previous research experience) can be found at http://lumcon.edu/REU. Questions about the program and/or application process should be addressed to Dr. Brian Roberts, at reu@lumcon.edu. Posted: 1/20/20.

Marquette University: The Lemoine Lab is hiring three interns for summer 2020 (early May - late August) to work on an NSF-funded project examining the role of insect herbivores in grasslands. Interns will be responsible for maintaining and implementing the main project, as well as conducting independent research projects. Duties include manual construction of drought shelters including use of power tools, insect collections, plant identification and collections, soil respiration measurements via incubation, and plant gas exchange measurements using a LICOR 6800. Undergraduate interns will primarily assist full-time technicians and graduate students. Field sites are in Custer State Park, South Dakota and Milwaukee, WI. Compensation: $3,000 stipend for the summer. Housing is provided in South Dakota and Milwaukee. Qualifications: Ideal applicants have a strong interest in ecology, plant physiology, entomology or other related field and are currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. Applicants must have the ability and willingness to work outdoors in remote grasslands, handle soil, plants, and insects, and endure log field days with adverse weather conditions. Strong work ethic, exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, and a current drivers license are required. Please send a cover letter, CV, and two references to Michelle Budny: michelle.budny@marquette.edu Deadline to Apply: 15 Apr 2020. Posted: 3/17/20.

Michigan State University: An NSF Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) position is available at Savannah River Site Corridor Experiment (South Carolina) to do a project on the effects of corridors on pollination and pollinators with Sabrie Breland (Michigan State University, based at SRS) and Julian Resasco (University of Colorado in the summer of 2020 (~May-August). The REU student will do field-based research that takes place in the largest corridor experiment in the world. They will gain experience with experimental design, data collection, data analysis, and scientific writing and presentation. Applicants should be hard-working, inquisitive, dedicated, and responsible. This would be a good opportunity for students interested in pursuing careers in science, particularly in ecology and conservation biology. Interested and eligible (see below) students are encouraged to get in touch and apply by emailing (sabriejrb@gmail.com and jresasco@colorado.edu) a CV or resume, a brief (1 page max) statement of why they are interested the REU opportunity, and the names and email addresses for two references who can speak to your potential for this opportunity. Please apply by February 14, 2020. Applicants should expect to spend approximately 12 weeks at SRS this summer (start date depends on your semester schedule). The REU student will receive a stipend ($6000), an offset to living expenses ($600), and have their research and travel expenses covered for the summer. Student will live near our field site in New Ellenton, SC, for the duration of the summer. In accordance with NSF regulations, eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must be enrolled as undergraduates through at least August 2020 (i.e., can't be graduating in May 2020). Students from underrepresented groups in science are strongly encouraged to apply. Posted: 2/5/20.

North Carolina State University: We are now accepting applications for summer 2020 - REU in Tropical Ecology and Evolution at El Verde Field Station, Puerto Rico. The program will run from June 1 - August 7. The program will offer students the opportunity to have hands-on experience fields such as: Aquatic insect ecology, Mosquito Ecology, Plant Population Ecology and Invasive Species Biology, Riparian Ecology, Macroinvertebrate Ecology. Students receive a stipend for the ten weeks duration of the program. Round-trip plane ticket from home institution to Puerto Rico will be reimbursed, up to a maximum. The program will cover housing at El Verde Field Station. The National Science Foundation funds the program. The program is limited to undergraduate students pursuing a bachelor degree at a college or university during summer 2020 who are US citizens or permanent residents. Additional details at https://www.ramirezlab.net/reu. Application deadline: 28 February 2020. Posted: 1/10/20.

North Dakota State University: We are excited to announce the 8th year of our summer REU in discipline-based education. Our program is an excellent opportunity for students interested in learning and teaching of STEM at the undergraduate level. Students work in a cohort of undergraduate scholars over a 10-week period during the summer and are immersed in hands-on research experiences in discipline-based education research. Students are housed on-campus and earn a $5000 stipend. Students may have the opportunity to present their research at a national conference with travel support from our REU. Additional travel funding is available for travel to and from Fargo for those in financial need. Our program begins May 26, 2020 and runs through August 1, 2020. Applications due February 1, 2020. For more information, including descriptions of potential research projects, please visit http://www.ndsu.edu/cider/reu/ -or-Email Jennifer Momsen (jennifer.momsen@ndsu.edu) or Warren Christensen (warren.christensen@ndsu.edu). Posted: 1/20/20.

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: SERC in Edgewater, MD is now accepting applications for our summer 2020 REU program in Global Change Ecology. Students conduct mentored research projects over 11 weeks utilizing our 2,650-acre research site on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay to provide novel insights into multiple aspects of global change ecology, including biodiversity loss, climate change, and invasive species. In addition to guided research projects, students will also participate in a rich assortment of training workshops, including R/statistics, science communication, and career development, but also enrichment activities and experiential field trips to the National Mall and Smithsonian museums. Housing is provided in our on-site dormitories complete with kitchens, and funds are available to help defray the costs of travel to and from the program. To apply: https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/#/public. Deadline: February 15, 2020 Midnight EST. Dates: May to August, 2020 (specific dates to be TBD). Eligibility: Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and first semester seniors. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its possessions. Students of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Stipend: $550 weekly stipend plus on-campus dorm housing available. Assistance is available for travel to and from the program. Posted: 2/1/20.

Syracuse University: The lab of Jason Fridley is seeking a motivated undergraduate student interested in gaining research experience in plant ecology as part of a research team investigating mechanisms of plant invasions in forests and fields of the Northeast U.S. The research is part of a study that examines potential changes in leaf physiology when plants are introduced to North America from home ranges in France and Japan. The undergraduate project will be based in Syracuse and will examine plant metabolism and nutrient dynamics in both the lab and field locations around NY State. Activities will depend on the interests of the student but will likely involve field gas exchange measurements, and plant tissue analysis with the opportunity for greenhouse work if the student is interested. The student will be provided with a $6000 stipend for living expenses over the ~12 wks. Relevant experience and ecology or plant biology related coursework is desirable but not required. Students graduating in Spring 2020 are not eligible. Interested applicants should send a statement of interest, resume, unofficial transcript, one letter of recommendation, and contact information for two additional references. The statement of interest should be no more than 500 words and include the following information: (i) professional goals, (ii) interest in position, and (iii) relevant experience. Send application materials in one PDF file to Dr. Jason Fridley (fridley@syr.edu). The letter of recommendation should be e-mailed directly from the referee with the applicant's name in the subject line. APPLICATIONS DUE APRIL 5TH, 2020. Recommendation letters may be submitted after this deadline, but please inform either Jason Fridley (fridley@syr.edu - PI) or Julie LeVonne (jvlevonn@syr.edu - Graduate Student Contact) as to when the letter can be expected. Job posting: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/83820. Posted: 3/31/20.

Texas A&M University: Inviting applications for Texas A&M Costa Rica REU Summer 2020. This 10-week PAID INTERNSHIP ($600/week) focusses on forest ecology, hydrology, water resources engineering, stream biogeochemistry, watershed dynamics, land-climate interactions, and more. Participants will present their research at a major scientific meeting later in the year. Eligibility and all other information can be found at https://costaricareu.tamu.edu/. Apply at https://tamu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8oFICZWA8SqBL5H. Applications close at 5 pm Central Time on January 27th, 2020. Posted: 1/20/20.

University of California Berkeley: The Macrosystems Ecology Laboratory is seeking an undergraduate student to carry out independent research in summer 2020 as part of an ecology project supported by the National Science Foundation. This funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) would support international tropical forest ecology fieldwork, based with our team in Ghana. More information. Fill out the web application at https://forms.gle/pSne2CyWp9BwtWRj9. The application requires the names of two references. Deadline: March 1, 2020 at 11:59PM (Pacific time zone). Posted: 1/20/20.

University of Georgia: REU Opportunity in Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology. The Wurzburger Lab is seeking an undergraduate with a strong interest in terrestrial ecosystem ecology for a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position this summer. This is a 10-week program where a student would work on a project in forests of the southern Appalachian mountains studying the nitrogen cycle and disturbance (more details on the project below). The REU position is full time (40 hrs/week) and pays $7000 for the summer. The position will be based in Athens, GA but several 1-day and overnight field trips to the Coweeta Hydrologic Lab and neighboring forests will be required. Interested students can apply by sending Dr. Nina Wurzburger (ninawurz@uga.edu) the following documents by March 20th, 2020: 1) A cover letter stating their interest and qualifications 2) A CV or resume with contact information of 2 references. The REU student will assist with an ongoing project focused on disturbance recovery in forest ecosystems. Specifically, we are interested in the role of nitrogen fixed by Robinia pseudoacacia (black locust) and how it shapes recovery patterns in nutrient cycles and forest composition. The primary goal of the REU student will be to assist with greenhouse experiments and field studies designed to quantify rates of nitrogen fixation, and determine how fixed nitrogen affects competitive dynamics of tree species. The student will also be encouraged to develop an independent research project that fits within our broader project goals of understanding nitrogen fixation, including: soil microbial activities, N isotopes in soils and vegetation and relationships with mycorrhizal symbioses. Student Activities: 1) Training in field and greenhouse-based research including setting up research plots, measuring and identifying tree species, quantifying nitrogen fixation using multiple approaches. 2) Training in lab-based research including cleaning and drying nodule tissues, measuring mass, grinding tissues and preparing tin capsules for isotopic analysis and quantifying ethylene concentrations with a gas chromatograph. 3) Learning data analysis and interpretation with R, reading relevant literature, participating in lab group discussions and organizing a research presentation that summarizes the findings from this work. 4) Presenting research at REU symposium at Coweeta at the end of the summer. Posted: 3/12/20.

University of Georgia: Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2020 Research Experience for Undergraduates in Population Biology of Infectious Diseases, hosted by the University of Georgia. We are excited about the program, which strives to integrate experimental biological science with computational methods and techniques to investigate a variety of areas in infectious disease research. Our goal is to recruit both students with a background in biology, with the intent of introducing them to computational techniques, and also students with a background in mathematics and/or computer science, in order to give them experience in data collection in a laboratory setting. Dates: May 18-July 17, 2020 (9 weeks). Students will receive a stipend for the summer, free housing at the University of Georgia, and travel assistance to Athens, GA. Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its territories and have not yet obtained an undergraduate degree. To Apply: - Application instructions can be found at http://reu.ecology.uga.edu/ To be considered, all application materials should be received by February 17, 2020. Accepted students will be notified in early March. For more information, please see our website or contact Dr. John Drake, program director, at jdrake@uga.edu. Posted: 2/5/20.

University of Iowa: The Parent lab is looking for undergraduate students to assist with field research in the Galapagos Islands. The undergraduate students will spend approximately 10 weeks (May 25 - July 31 2020) conducting research in collaboration with a research team composed of 3 Faculty, 1 postdoc, 2 graduate students and at least 1 additional undergraduate student. Various research projects are possible, including population genomics, island biogeography, invertebrate physiology, biomechanics, morphometrics, etc. The research involves traveling to the Galapagos Islands, hiking long distances carrying field equipment on difficult terrain, backpacking and camping in remote locations, and working long hours in the laboratory to generate genomic data or measure physiological response and biomechanical variables in terrestrial invertebrates. The students will also participate in outreach activities in local schools in Galapagos. We are looking for applicants with at least some of the following experience and skills: - Good communication skills and desire to work as part of a team - Patience and attention to details - Prior research in biology (e.g., genomics, genetics, physiology, biomechanics, ecology, etc.) - Ability to travel internationally (current valid passport is required) - Ability to speak Spanish - Experience backpacking and camping in remote locations Please contact Dr. Christine Parent at ceparent@uidaho.edu with any questions. For details and to apply, see: https://www.uidaho.edu/sci/biology/research/summer-reu/ Deadline: Feb 14, 2020. Posted: 1/20/20.

University of Iowa: we are offering ten NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) opportunities during the summer of 2020. Research projects span a range of topics, including evolution of behavior, origin of species, cancer evolution, evolution of sex, evo-devo, and paleontology. REU students work on one project, but through interactions with their cohort ultimately receive a broad exposure to evolutionary science. As part of the program, students: receive training in research best practices, participate in career workshops, create a digital exhibit based on their research for the University of Iowa Natural History Museum, and make formal research presentations based on their work. Free housing, a meal allowance, a $6000 stipend, and a travel allowance will be provided to all participants. The REU program website and application form can be found here: https://biology.uiowa.edu/reu. If you have questions, contact Andrew Forbes (andrew-forbes@uiowa.edu) or Maurine Neiman (maurine-neiman@uiowa.edu). Posted: 10/24/19.

University of Maine: The University of Maine Initiative for One Health and the Environment is excited to announce an NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program for summer 2020. Our fully paid summer program will focus on Accelerating New Environmental Workskills (REU ANEW). From June 1 to August 8, 2020, we will invite 10 motivated undergraduate students to join our faculty and graduate students to conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health. REU ANEW students will have the opportunity to work directly with faculty research mentors, as well as Broader Impacts mentors who are working in the field to apply One Health research to real world problems. Through our program, students will develop critical research and thinking skills that are directly relevant to future career success, and build lasting professional relationships with their undergraduate peers, graduate students, and faculty and broader impacts mentors. All REU participants will receive a generous stipend and living expenses, including partial travel expenses and housing at the University of Maine in Orono. For more information and to apply, visit https://nsfa.umaine.edu/one-health/REU. Students should apply by January 31 for full consideration. Direct any questions you have about the program or the application process to anne.lichtenwalner@maine.edu. Posted: 1/10/20.

University of Notre Dame: Applications now being accepted for UNDERC Summer 2020 programs. These programs promote understanding of field biology and how field research is conducted through 10 weeks in the wilds. It begins with a summer at UNDERC-East in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and then the opportunity for a second summer at -West in Montana. UNDERC-East is open to 28 sophomores/juniors from any college/university. Once students complete the UNDERC-East program, they are eligible for a second summer at UNDERC-West. Each summer, participants receive three-credits and a stipend. UNDERC provides tuition, housing, and transportation between the Notre Dame campus and the site. Also, UNDERC covers all project supply costs up to $500. Applications are available online. Further information can be obtained at the UNDERC website (underc.nd.edu), or from Dr. Michael Cramer, UNDERC East Assistant Director (mcramer@nd.edu), or Dr. David Flagel, UNDERC West Assistant Director (dflagel@nd.edu). Application deadline is November 8, 2019. Notification of acceptance will be provided by December 9, 2019. Acceptance is based on past academic performance and a statement of purpose. Preference is given to students pursuing a career in ecology or environmental science. Applicants are required to be present for the duration of course. UNDERC-East (May 18 - July 24): 8000 acres of lakes, streams, wetlands, and forests owned by Notre Dame and a core site in the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) that are home to abundant wildlife (including beaver, porcupine, black bear, deer, loon). Program modules include Vertebrate Ecology, Invertebrate Ecology, Aquatic Ecology and Forest Ecology with each providing background information, field research exercises, and group research projects designed by the class. Five or more weeks are spent by each student designing and conducting their own field research project with the assistance of faculty or graduate student mentors. Projects have ranged from fish, insect and mammal behavior and ecology to forest, lake and stream ecosystem ecology to local Native American ecosystem use. Stipend = $5000. UNDERC-West (June 6 - August 14): More than a million acres on the National Bison Range and Flathead Reservation that includes grasslands, montane forests, streams and lakes that are home to abundant wildlife (including bison, elk, bighorn, and pronghorn). The program includes modules in Wildlife and Grassland Ecology, Montane Ecology, and Environmental History/Native American Ecology (in part during the cross-country drive to and from West). Each student conducts an independent research project in collaboration with a faculty or graduate student mentor that is more advanced given the skills learned at UNDERC-East. Recent projects have included invasive plant ecology, animal behavior and habitat relationships, grassland, forest, wetland and stream dynamics, and Native American plant and wildlife use. Stipend = $5500. Posted: 10/24/19.

University of Southern Mississippi: We seek highly a motivated and enthusiastic undergraduate student for a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) summer internship in Dr. Zachary Darnell's laboratory at The University of Southern Mississippi's Gulf Coast Research Lab (GCRL) in Ocean Springs, MS. This is a 10-week, full-time, paid internship. Dates are flexible but will run from approximately the beginning of June through mid-August 2020. The selected student will receive a $5000 stipend, housing, and meals during the 10-week program. Additionally, up to $600 will be provided to defray travel costs to Ocean Springs, MS. The selected student will conduct independent research, mentored by Dr. Darnell, in conjunction with an ongoing NSF-funded research project "An integrative field and biophysical model of thermal stress, physiological performance, and reproductive fitness." This project focuses on the fitness consequences of missed mating opportunities associated with thermoregulatory behaviors in fiddler crabs. The project takes an integrative approach, combining laboratory measurements, manipulative field experiments across the range of the species (with field sites in Panacea, FL; Beaufort, NC; and Stony Brook, NY), and biophysical modeling to examine the fitness consequences of behavioral thermoregulation and to predict the consequences of climate change on fitness. The selected student will work with Dr. Darnell to develop and conduct an independent research project that contributes to the goals of the larger research project. In addition to being mentored by Dr. Darnell, the student will also work closely with USM graduate students and collaborators at Stony Brook University. The first ~3 weeks of the internship will be spent at GCRL in Ocean Springs, MS, developing the research project and testing methods. The next ~5 weeks will be spent conducting field research with Dr. Darnell and his graduate students in Panacea, FL; Beaufort, NC; and Stony Brook, NY. The final ~2 weeks of the internship will be spent back at GCRL, completing data analyses and preparing a final report and presentation on the research project. Applicants must be rising sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduate students currently enrolled in a degree program. Due to NSF funding restrictions, only U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents are eligible. Applicants should be willing and able to work under hot and strenuous field conditions and flexible to adapt to the ever-changing constraints and opportunities associated with field research. Applications should be submitted to Dr. Darnell by email (zachary.darnell@usm.edu) no later than February 14, 2020, and should include the following documents: (1) letter of interest that describes your educational background, career goals, and how this internship will contribute towards those goals, (2) current curriculum vitae/resume, and (3) unofficial transcripts. Additionally, please arrange to have two letters of recommendation emailed directly to Dr. Darnell by the application deadline. Posted: 1/13/20.

University of Texas Austin: The Juenger Lab at UT Austin and collaborators are advertising several REU positions based across various locations in the US. Please follow this link for more information and application instructions. https://sites.cns.utexas.edu/juenger_lab/summer-research-opportunities Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) is emerging as an important biofuel candidate in the United States. Our labs collectively study the ecology, genetics/genomics, physiology and agronomy/plant breeding of Switchgrass. We are seeking a talented and diverse group of undergraduate students interested in conducting a variety of research in Switchgrass biology across the US. Deadline: 2/25/20. Posted: 1/13/20.

University of Toledo: seeking students for our Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program, “Addressing Environmental Challenges and Proposing Sustainable Solutions at the Lake Erie Land-Lake Interface”. We are seeking 10 students to join our team from May 26- July 31, 2020. Students will work in laboratories at the Lake Erie Center, UToledo Main Campus, and Health Science Campus. Accepted REU fellows will receive lodging in UToledo dormitories, a stipend of $5750, a food allowance, and round trip travel to/from Toledo, Ohio. Students will address complex challenges at the land-lake interface to understand how natural resource use impacts biodiversity, ecosystem functioning and public health, with the goal of advancing environmental sustainability. Students will be paired with faculty and graduate student mentors from the Departments of Environmental Sciences, Geography and Planning, Public Health, Medicine or Engineering, and will conduct independent research in ecology, limnology, remote sensing, medicine or engineering. Field trips will introduce students to the diverse habitats and ecological challenges facing Lake Erie, and students will receive training in research ethics, experimental design, data analysis, writing scientific papers and applying to graduate school. Students will write a final report and present their research at a public poster gala. Applications will be accepted from students in any relevant major to research harmful algal blooms, water quality, invasive species, natural communities, habitats, land use and nutrients. Rising juniors and seniors are preferred, rising sophomores will also be considered. Students must not have graduated before the start of the Summer 2020 term. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents. Students from underrepresented minority groups, women, veterans and first-generation college students are especially encouraged to apply. Students will be selected based on academic excellence, a letter of reference and a demonstrated interest in environmental issues, and will be matched with a mentor based on indicated preference for research areas. Apply at: https://www.utoledo.edu/nsm/lec/reu/ by February 28, 2020. Questions regarding the program or application process should be directed to Rachel.lohner@utoledo.edu. Posted: 2/1/20.

University of Virginia: The Blandy Experimental Farm has fellowship opportunities for undergraduates during summer 2020, open to applicants from any college or university. Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU): The program emphasizes ecology and evolutionary biology including a wide variety of topics such as plant-animal interactions, pollinator behavior and ecology, insect population ecology, and ecosystem ecology. Successful applicants will receive a $6325 stipend, additional money for food, and free housing. Each student picks a research mentor from our pool of faculty members and graduate students and then conducts a novel research project. The students will gain experience in experimental design, data collection, analytical techniques, and written and oral presentation of findings. REU students also benefit from several professional development workshops. This is a wonderful opportunity for an undergraduate student contemplating a future in science. The application deadline is February 15, 2020. To apply: https://sites.google.com/site/blandyreu/. Posted: 1/10/20.

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