Bodega Marine Laboratory (http://www.bml.ucdavis.edu/) is seeking motivated undergraduate students interested in marine science careers to participate in a Summer Research-Experience-for-Undergraduate Program, supported by the National Science Foundation. Over eight weeks (June 21 - Aug 15, 2009), students will develop confidence and independence in doing research and communicating science. Faculty and other mentors will provide one-on-one research training, from choosing a topic to writing a paper, in a friendly supportive environment. The program includes a unit on scientific ethics as an essential element of a science career path. Participants will receive a stipend ($3600) plus all laboratory housing and meals and travel costs.
BML is situated on a biologically rich stretch of the California coast north of San Francisco and is a part of the University of California at Davis. BML welcomes a diverse and interactive community of visiting students and scientists each summer. REU students can choose from a variety of study organisms, habitats both marine and coastal terrestrial, and diverse areas of study, for example; coastal oceanography, invasive species ecology, pollution effects on marine life, and biodiversity. All specialized research facilities are available to students who require them. Students will also develop essential career survival skills, including scientific ethics and communications. A goal of the program is to increase the success of underrepresented minorities in marine science. We encourage underrepresented undergraduate students to apply. Contact the Program Assistant ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) with any questions. Animamos aplicaciónes de estudiantes Latinas/Latinos en especial. Additional details about the program and application materials are available at: http://www-bml.ucdavis.edu/student-info/researchexp.html Deadline for receipt of applications is February 15, 2009.
