Entry ID PR-18268
At a glance
The Vanderbilt University Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Chemical Biology provides undergraduate students with hands-on research experience in the interdisciplinary field of chemical biology. The program aims to inspire and prepare students for careers in scientific research by involving them in cutting-edge projects, mentorship by experienced faculty, and professional development activities. Participants will engage in laboratory work, attend seminars, and present their findings at the end of the program.
Our objective is to bring together a select group of 10 rising juniors and senior chemistry, biochemistry/biology majors with high potential for careers in chemical biology research at the graduate level. We will solicit applications from undergraduate students from institutions that enhance the diversity of our program. Through extensive mentoring and authentic research experiences, it is our goal to impact students’ understanding of the research process and the interdisciplinary nature of contemporary research.
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Program dates: May 26 – July 31, 2026 (10 weeks).
Who can apply
- Students entering their junior or senior years are given priority.
- Undergraduates majoring in the physical or natural sciences (primarily chemistry and biology) will be given priority.
- A minimum undergraduate science GPA of 3.0 is required.
- Two letters of recommendation are required from your academic major advisor and/or from a faculty member in the sciences who has supervised your research or taught a course in which you were enrolled. Both letters should be attached to your electronic application.
- Undergraduate transcripts should be attached to your electronic application. (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.)
REU participants must be United States citizens.
Contact
Email: d.cliffel@vanderbilt.edu
Vanderbilt University Department of Chemistry 7330 Stevenson Center Nashville, TN 37235
