Research Experiences for Undergraduates at DSU

HBCU REU at Delaware State University: Summer 2024 Molecular/Cellular Biology Internship Opportunity

Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program Description

The proposed project will focus on specifically recruiting students from Delaware State University (DSU) and partnering Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), to participate in an undergraduate summer research internship and mentoring program. Through this collaborative initiative, a diverse cohort of students will be recruited to engage in a 10-week program of high-impact research at DSU in the extensive and wide-ranging arena of cellular and molecular biology.

Students will develop science communication skills through writing and presentation activities and workshops, network with faculty and peers, and, most importantly, develop lasting relationships within the scientific community. Students are expected to take part in program activities and research training seminars held during the internship. They are also expected to stay and fully reside on the DSU campus and present a poster at the DSU Summer Research Symposium. Students selected for the internship will receive a $625/week stipend. Food and housing costs will also be covered by the program.

Program details

• 10-week summer program (5/29/24 - 8/2/24)
• $625/week stipend
• Housing and Meal Plan included
• Applicants should be an undergraduate STEM major and have completed at least 25 credits of college course work including one introductory science course
• Candidates from HBCU’s will be given preference. Undergraduate students supported by this program must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions

Application Requirements

• 1 Letter of Recommendation (letters from faculty, student advisor, or employers preferred)
• Unofficial transcript
• CV or Resume
• Completed application through the NSF ETAP portal

REU Affiliated Researchers

Participants will be paired in a DSU research laboratory to conduct their 10-week internship. A wide range of research topics are available to choose from including neuroscience, cancer research, microbiology, and computational biology. Some options are listed in the table below: