Synthetic Biology Research Experience for Undergraduates (SynBREU)
We are looking for eight highly motivated students with an interest in research at the interface of engineering, biology, mathematics, and chemistry to participate in the 2019 summer research program for undergraduates.
Download the program flyer.
About This Program
This is a ten-week program of mentored, research-intensive activities in the field of synthetic biology including:
- One week of “
bootcamp ” to learn the key synthetic biology techniques and to jump-start your research experience - Nine weeks of hands-on research at the intersection of biology, engineering, chemistry, mathematics, and physics in a Northwestern University laboratory under the guidance of one or more of the program’s faculty mentors
- Workshops, seminars, and hands-on activities to strengthen related skillsets including communication, design, ethics, teamwork, and entrepreneurship
Program Duration
The program will take place from June 17 – August 30, 2019
Participants must be available for 9 of the 11 weeks of the program
Deadlines
The deadline for the receipt of applications is January 25, 2019
The deadline for the receipt of recommendation letters is February 1, 2019
Funding
This program is supported by the National Science Foundation. Undergraduate participants will receive housing, paid travel expenses, a dinner meal plan plus some lunches, and a $5,750 stipend.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and U.S. nationals
- College juniors are preferred; sophomores and seniors will be considered
- Students majoring in engineering, chemistry, biology, biophysics, computer science, and/or mathematics
- Students must be available for at least 10 weeks during the summer of 2019
How to Apply
Complete and submit the required online application. In the application, you will be asked to upload the following documents as PDFs:
- Resume
- Transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
- Supplemental Essays and Questionnaire form (download here)
- Contact information for two references (the online application system will automatically send a request for recommendation letters to the two references you provide)
Contact Us
Please contact us with any question about the program at synbreu@northwestern.edu.
Program Leadership
Program Director
Associate Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Phone: 847-491-7043
Program Co-Director:
Phone: 847-467-5007
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