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Program Information
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Connecticut (UConn) hosts summer and academic year (Fall & Spring) research programs for undergraduates with junior or senior standing. Students get to undertake research activities, under the supervision of faculty and graduate students in one of these areas: nano-science and engineering, information science and engineering, biomedical engineering, VLSI design and fabrication, photonics and optics systems, manufacturing and control systems, sensors, quantum communication, fuel cell technology, and related areas.
Program Particulars
2006 Summer Program:
- Dates: June 4, 2006 – August 5, 2006
- Who should apply: US Citizens or US permanent residents
- Academic Standing: juniors or seniors
- Stipend: $3,400
- Room and board on Campus.
- Application Deadline: March 1, 2006
2006/2007 Academic Year Program:
- Dates: Sept 1, 2006 – May 15, 2007
- Who should apply: US Citizens and US permanent residents
- Academic Standing: juniors or seniors at the University of Connecticut
- Stipend: $1,470
- Application Deadline: August 15, 2006.
A complete list is contained on the Project Descriptions page.
General
Beyond the laboratory, participants also enjoy a rich developmental program that includes workshops and exercises on improving communications skills, and workshops on ethical issues in science and engineering. Students are provided additional information on how to apply for graduate school. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with industrial scientists, and to tour local industry.
An active social and recreational program is also part of the REU experience. It includes picnics, organized hikes, trips to the seacoast, cultural trips to nearby metropolitan areas, and many informal social events, enabling participants to enjoy New England summer beauty. Many of these activities are conducted jointly with students in parallel REU summer programs in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Sciences, and Physics at UConn.
To Apply
Application forms may be obtained by clicking on the link or writing to the department at:
Dr. Eric Donkor
Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
University of Connecticut
371 Fairfield Road, Unit 2157
Storrs CT 06269-2157 -
