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Research in Ecology for Undergraduates
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, New York
Ten undergraduate students will join the IES research community in 2008 to:
· Complete a research project of their own design.
· Be a part of an exciting research community.
· Work closely with leading ecologists.
· Exchange ideas with a diverse group of students, scientists and educators.
· Have access to state of the art facilities.
· Explore ecology career options and rewards.
· See how ecological research has an impact on our society.
The program emphasizes the community nature of the scientific enterprise, fosters reflection and builds self confidence and skills. To complement their mentored research, students have many chances to interact, give and receive feedback and support, and participate in a rich assortment of enrichment activities, workshops and field trips.
Dates: May 27 to August 15, 2008 (12 weeks)
Eligibility: Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors or first semester seniors. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its possessions.
Stipend: $4,800 stipend, plus $600 allowance for food and free housing in Bacon Flats Lodge.
Other support: Some assistance is available for travel to and from the program as well.
Projects for 2008:
· Ecological functions of Hudson River marshes, shallows and tributaries. Mentor: Dr. Stuart E. G. Findlay.
· Nutrient budgets in urban ecosystems. Mentor: Dr. Peter M. Groffman.
· Community ecology of a “hub” species, the white footed mouse. Mentors: Drs. Richard S. Ostfeld and Felicia Keesing.
· Hosts, ticks, and Lyme disease. Mentor: Drs. Kathleen LoGiudice and Richard S. Ostfeld.
· The ecology of information. Mentors: Drs. Kenneth A. Schmidt and Richard S. Ostfeld.
· Bioremediation of Onondaga Lake through microbial processes. Mentors: Drs. Amy Burgin, Peter M. Groffman and Charles Driscoll.
· Decline and fall of the Gypsy Moth. Mentors: Drs. Clive Jones and Richard S. Ostfeld.
· For prey or parasites, what makes hot spots hot? Mentor: Dr. Eric Schauber.
· Response of forests to air pollution and introduced pests. Mentor: Dr. Gary M. Lovett.
· Terrestrial carbon cycling across rural to urban transects. Mentors: Drs. Terry Loecke and Peter M. Groffman.
To apply: See our website at: www.ecostudies.org/reu.html.
Online application available.
Applications must be submitted by 15 February 2008.
For more information, contact:
Patricia Zolnik
Undergraduate Research Coordinator
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
P.O. Box R, Millbrook, NY 12545
(845) 677-7600 x326
Fax: (845) 677-6455
E-mail: zolnikp@ecostudies.org
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