Monday, December 9, 2013

Opportunity_NSF-REU Biobased Products and Energy


Oklahoma State University is offering an REU titled "Interdisciplinary Approach to Sustainable Biobased Products and Energy Development” This program is hosted under the auspices of Biobased Products and Energy Center at OSU.
Learn about the scientific processes and procedures required to conduct bioproducts and bioenergy research
Understand the importance of an interdisciplinary environment in developing bioproducts and bioenergy production systems 
Explore the role of bioproduct and bioenergy research in a global society 
Develop professional skills that are necessary for a successful career 
Discover graduate studies and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related disciplines, specifically those related to biobased products and energy.
  • $4500 Stipend
  • Free housing in Village CASNR
  • $720 meal allowance
  • Transportation costs from home to campus
  • Work with peers in Bioenergy

Applications Open: Dec 1, 2013
Application Deadline: Mar 1, 2014

To be eligible, students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must be enrolled in an under-graduate program at a college or university through Fall 2013 (sorry, graduating seniors cannot be accepted).

Additional information on the program and benefits to participating students can be obtained at http://www.reu.bioenergycenter.okstate.edu/ or by emailing reu.biopec@okstate.edu