Summer Research Opportunity - REU in Sensory Ecology, University of Cincinnati

[ABS CO Staff]

National Science Foundation-sponsored Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site in Sensory Ecology. http://www.artsci.uc.edu/departments/biology/undergrad/REU.html 

Our program is focused on research at the intersection of neurobiology, behavior, ecology and evolution, and is directed at understanding how animals sense and respond to their environment at functional and evolutionary levels. Ten sophomore and junior Biology major students will be chosen to  join active lab groups for the summer and conduct cutting edge research over a broad spectrum of topics in sensory ecology. 

Students will receive a summer stipend ($5,000) plus dorm and meal expenses. and work in labs, interact w/ faculty mentors, post-docs and grad students. as well as participate educational programs to develop research and professional skills and prepare them for graduate school or careers.

The application deadline is March 15, 2014.  Students can apply online at: http://www.artsci.uc.edu/content/dam/artsci/departments/biology/Docs/pdf_dept/REU%202014%20Admissions%20Application.pdf