Translational Ecology: Independent Research in Ecology for Undergraduates
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, New York
Ten undergraduate students will be chosen to join the Cary Institute research community in 2011 to:
· Complete a research project of their own design.
· Be a part of an exciting research community.
· Work closely with leading ecologists.
· Exchange ideas with a diverse group of students, scientists and educators.
· Have access to state of the art facilities.
· Explore ecology career options and rewards.
· Build skills and gain practice in connecting ecological research to policy/management, communication and education.
· See how ecological research has an impact on our society.
The program emphasizes the community nature of the scientific enterprise, fosters reflection and builds self confidence and skills. To complement their mentored research, students have many chances to interact, give and receive feedback and support, and participate in a rich assortment of enrichment activities, workshops and field trips around the theme of translational ecology.
Dates: May 24 to August 12, 2011 (12 weeks)
Eligibility: Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors or first semester seniors. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its possessions.
Stipend: $5,100 stipend, plus $600 allowance for food and free housing in Bacon Flats Lodge.
Other support: Some assistance is available for travel to and from the program as well.
Please note: The grant proposal to the National Science Foundation to continue the program is in review. They expect to know sometim e in January 2011 if they will be funded to run the summer 2011 program. They are accepting applications with this disclaimer and thank you for your understanding.
Projects for 2011:
- Microbial processes in urban ecosystems.
- What, if anything, controls tick populations and tick-borne disease?
- Effects of alternative road de-icers on ecosystems.
- Urbanization and vectors of human disease
- Ecosystem responses to an introduced pest in hemlock forests.
- Investigating people’s ideas about ecosystems
- Songbird Behavioral Ecology: How do veeries use their songs for mate choice and territory defense?
- Effects of pharmaceuticals on aquatic ecosystems.
- Environmental strategies for controlling fertilizer runoff from golf courses.
- A Malady of Moths.
To apply: See the website at: www.caryinstitute.org/reu.html.
Online application only.
Applications must be submitted by February 5, 2010.
For more information, contact:
Patricia Zolnik
Undergraduate Research Coordinator
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
PO Box AB, 2801 Sharon Turnpike, Millbrook, NY 12545
(845) 677-7600 x326
Fax: (845) 677-5976
E-mail: zolnikp@caryinstitute.org