Application

The National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (NSF-REU) in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at The University of Iowa.

Application Deadline: We will not be holding a program during the summer of 2023.

Complete

  • Complete all required fields.
  • Please ensure you have all of the information you need before completing the form. This includes your desired research project areas and ranking them from 1 to 4. A list of faculty conducting research in these general areas can be found at  http://nanotech.uiowa.edu/education/nano-reu-program/research-mentors
  • Submit the form.
  • Remember to e-mail the remaining pieces to complete the application process to nano@uiowa.edu
    (see below).

Be prepared to upload the following items to the online form:

  • A short essay/personal statement which addresses the following questions:
    • What are your research interests and experiences?
    • Which of the REU research projects interests you and why?
    • What do you hope to accomplish during the summer research program?
    • What are your future career plans?
  • A copy of your most recent transcript. If you are selected for the program an official transcript will be required.
  • Names and email addresses of two faculty references (Note: please notify faculty references to send letters of recommendation to nano@uiowa.edu).