Entry ID PR-12304
At a glance
The Undergraduate Complexity Summer Research Program at the Santa Fe Institute offers students the chance to engage in cutting-edge research in complex systems, a field that seeks to understand how large-scale phenomena arise from interactions between smaller, simpler components. Students are mentored by SFI researchers and faculty from a range of disciplines, including biology, physics, economics, and the social sciences.
Projects typically involve computational modeling, data analysis, and theoretical work on topics such as adaptive systems, network theory, agent-based modeling, and emergent phenomena. Past research topics have included evolutionary dynamics, the structure of social networks, ecological systems, and computational linguistics, among many others.
The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research, allowing students to apply methods from one discipline to questions in another. In addition to hands-on research, participants attend seminars, discussions, and workshops focused on complexity science and professional development. Students present their research at the end of the program in a research symposium, gaining valuable experience in scientific communication.
Who can apply
- Undergraduate Status: Applicants must be currently enrolled as undergraduate students, typically rising juniors or seniors.
- Interest in Complex Systems Science: Applicants should have a strong interest in interdisciplinary research and complex systems science.
- Academic Achievement: A competitive GPA is required, particularly in relevant coursework such as mathematics, computer science, physics, or biology.
- Application Materials: Applicants are generally required to submit a resume or CV, a personal statement outlining their research interests and career goals, unofficial transcripts, and letters of recommendation from faculty members or advisors.
Contact
Email: education@santafe.edu
Santa Fe Institute 1399 Hyde Park Road Santa Fe, NM 87501 United States
