IIN REU Participant

Hands-on research infuses the traditional undergraduate curriculum with excitement. To date, the IIN has provided over 350 students with a glimpse into the life of a scientific researcher, as well as opportunities to meet and work with world-renowned scientists.

IIN REU participants engage in full-time research over a nine-week period in the summer (June 25 - August 24, 2018). They attend regular group meetings, that provide an opportunity to share their progress and gain a broad overview of a wide array of scientific projects. Additional activities include special lectures, a field trip to Argonne National Laboratory, an individual writing workshop, a public speaking seminar, and a summer picnic.

At the end of the summer, each student completes a substantive research paper and presents their research accomplishments at a Closing Symposium.

REU participants receive a $4,500 stipend, round-trip airfare, a meal plan, and housing in Northwestern dormitories.