Summer Research Program Information
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Institution:
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Texas A&M University
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Division:
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Department of Physics and Astronomy and Mitchell Institute for Fundamental Physics and Astronomy
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Program:
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Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Astronomical Research and Instrumentation
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Academic Area(s):
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Engineering & Physical Sciences (Astronomy & Astrophysics, Physics), Possible fields of study: supernova, cosmology, the high-redshift Universe, Dark Energy, the cosmic distance scale, the Milky Way galaxy, and extrasolar planets. In addition, the Munnerlyn Astronomical Instrumentation lab seeks students to participate in designing and building astronomical instrumentation
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Academic Eligibility:
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undergraduate
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Other Academic Eligibility Requirements:
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At least two years of undergraduate coursework in Physics, Astronomy, or Engineering is required.
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Underrepresented Groups:
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Underrepresented In Science Encouraged, Minorities Encouraged, Women Encouraged
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Deadline:
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Mid-Feb
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GPA Minimum:
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Duration:
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10 weeks
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Stipend:
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Yes
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Housing:
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Yes
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Meals:
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Yes
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Website:
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http://mitchell.tamu.edu/reu/
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Contact Name:
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Dr. Jennifer Marshall
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Contact Title:
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REU program director
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Phone #:
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979-862-2782
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Email:
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reu@physics.tamu.edu
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City:
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College Station
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State:
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Texas
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ZIP:
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77840
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