The REU in Microbiology at The University of Iowa seeks to foster the careers of the next generation of microbiologists. We do this by providing an intensive 10-week research experience for bright and ambitious undergraduates who are considering a PhD in microbiology or an allied discipline. We hope that this experience will encourage students to pursue a career in basic science and give them the skills they need to succeed in that career path. The focus of the program is a hands-on research project conducted under the guidance of faculty and graduate student mentors. A range of research projects will be available, including basic mechanisms of bacterial and viral gene expression, virus structure and assembly, biofilm formation, microbial development, and prokaryotic cell biology. Students will also attend lectures to broaden their understanding of microbiology and educate them about graduate school and career options. 

Overview of the Program

• Participants conduct full-time, hands-on research in microbiology, microbial genetics, or molecular biology.
• An overview of research programs in our department can be found by clicking here, and a list of recent summer REU projects can be found here.
• Enrichment activities include weekly seminars and workshops on graduate school and career opportunities. Schedules from past years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013.
• At the end of the summer students present their findings in a campus-wide poster session.
• Program lasts for 10 weeks (May 27-August 1, 2014).
• Participants receive a $5,000 stipend plus a $515 food allowance.
• On-campus housing is provided at no cost to the participants.
• Travel costs are paid by the program.

Eligibility

The program is intended for undergraduates who:

• Have completed at least two years of college.
• Will be returning for at least one semester of undergraduate study before graduation.
• Are majoring in a biological science.
• Are interested in pursuing graduate school and a career in biological research.
• Are United States citizens or permanent residents (hold a green card).
• Have limited access to research opportunities at their home institution.
• Prior research experience is NOT a requirement.

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Miller Summer Program in Animal Sciences

The objective of the Miller Summer Research Internship program is to introduce students to animal sciences research, emphasizing food and fiber producing animals. Animal Sciences faculty research a variety of areas, including: ruminant and nonruminant nutrition; reproductive physiology; genetics and molecular biology; environmental physiology; and production and management. Each student will be working directly within a laboratory under the supervision of an internationally recognized researcher. The participant will gain an understanding of recent advances in basic science and applied animal sciences research.  For more information click here. For an application click here.

Eligibility:

Applicants must meet the basic eligibility requirements. Students are expected to have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and have completed 2 years of college. Selection is partially based on the applicant’s potential and motivation for future graduate study (PhD level) in animal sciences.

Pay:

The internship provides a stipend of $3,600, one hour of academic credit, travel to and from Columbia, on-campus housing and meals.

For more information, contact Linda Blockus, PhD, 150 Bond Life Sciences Center, 573-882-5979, BlockusL@missouri.edu; or William Lamberson, PhD, 159 Animal Sciences Research Center, 573-882-8234, LambersonW@missouri.edu.