SURI: Center for Chemical Evolution

The Center for Chemical Evolution (CCE) is looking for students interested in a 10-week, paid summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program.

Students who apply should be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and have an interest in chemical sciences and research.

Through this opportunity, students will be paired with research professors in different chemical disciplines. Ares of research include the study of chemical evolution and the chemistry associated with the origins of life.

A stipend of at least $4,500 will be given to participants, as well as a travel allowance and on-campus housing.

The CCE is a National Science Foundation Center for Chemical Innovation. These programs are focused on collaboration to answer long term, fundamental challenges in chemistry. The CCE in specific is looking for how life may have emerged from chemistry.

Application deadline is February 15. To apply, click here.

Summer research is a great way to broaden your undergraduate experience. In addition to the opportunity highlighted above, summer research programs are available at institutions across the country and abroad.

Want to jump start your search for the right program? Check out this listing  of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students.