Paid Summer Ecology Internships for Undergraduates The Calder Summer Undergraduate Research (CSUR) Program - 2010
The Louis Calder Center - Biological Field Station, Fordham University has a select number of paid research opportunities for undergraduate students in our Calder Summer Undergraduate Research (CSUR) program. The CSUR program will run from May 31 through August 21, 2010. - Students work and live at our field station, which is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, which are in close proximity to forest, field and aquatic ecosystems. Student projects may include collaborations with scientists at the Wildlife Conservation Society and the New York Botanical Garden. Due to our proximity to New York City, many student projects examine the effects of urbanization on evolution, populations, communities, and ecosystems. - This year we will offer approximately ten awards to qualified undergraduates interested in conducting independent research. - Stipends of $6,000 plus a travel reimbursement will be awarded to successful applicants, and rent at the field station is free. - Funds are available to support research and travel to attend a scientific conference. A sample of some of the potential student projects for 2010 includes: a.. Searching for the lost pollinators of New York City b.. Impact of an invasive species on local mosquito species c.. Evolutionary genetics and genomics of bacteria d.. Hoot Song Function in the Stripe-throated Wren e.. Impact of an invasive species on local mosquito species f.. Molecular quantification of tick pathogens and their activity g.. Benthic algae in transported organic matter in small streams h.. Genetics of evolutionary changes in flowering time i.. The food web of temporary forest ponds j.. The evolution of transposable elements in bacterial pathogens k.. Effects of an invasive alga on nutrient dynamics in a recreational lake l.. Biological control of arthropods that transmit disease Successful candidates will be matched with scientists with similar research interests. Core program activities include the design and execution of independent, closely mentored research projects, and participation in mini-courses and weekly seminars. Through these activities, students will learn the fundamentals of experimental design, use of the scientific literature, data collection and analysis, and oral presentation. - Applications can be obtained by contacting us by email: [email protected], or by phone: 914-273-3078, ext. 10. - For details on the program and a list of research areas available this summer for students, see: www.fordham.edu/REUatCalder ** Applications are due February 19, 2010 **
