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University of Alabama Birmingham
Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site in Environmental Health Engineering
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Birmingham, AL 35294-4461

Primary: Melinda M. Lalor, Ph.D.
205-934-8438
mlalor@eng.uab.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Environmental Health Engineering; Interdisciplinary Research; Air Pollution and Human Body Interactions; Disaster Management; Pollution Prevention.
Abstract of Award

University of Alabama Huntsville
Advanced Composite Materials
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Huntsville, AL 35899

Primary: Dr. Houssam A. Toutanji
256-824-6370
toutanji@cee.uah.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

Arizona State University
Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students in Construction
College of Engineering and Applied Science
AZ 85287-0204

Primary: Dr. Anil Sawhney
480-965-7417
anil.sawhney@asu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Civil Engineering; Construction
Abstract of Award

University of Arizona
ERC for Environmentally Benign Semiconductor Manufacturing
Chemical & Environmental Engineering
Tucson, AZ 85721-0011

Primary: Sally Clement
(520)219-5306
sclement@erc.Arizona.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical, Electrical and Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics,Semiconductor Manufacturing Processes
Comments: REU-ERC

University of Arkansas
Undergraduate Research on Nanodevices
Electrical Engineering
AR 72701

Primary: Dr. William D. Brown
479-575-5413
wdb@engr.uark.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Microelectronics; Photonics
Comments: Additional Point of Contact: Dr. Kenneth Vickers E-mail:vickers@uark.edu Telephone: (479) 575-2875
Abstract of Award

University of California - Berkeley
Summer Undergraduate Program in Engineering Research Berkeley (SUPERB)- Information Technology
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences
CA 94720

Primary: Dr. Shankar Sastry
510-642-1857
sastry@eec.berkeley.edu
Secondary: Dr. Sheila Humphreys
humphrys@eecs.berkeley.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Networking;Information Technology;Wireless Communications; MEMS;Integrated Circuits
Comments: NSF Award No. EEC-0097289
Abstract of Award

University of California - Santa Barbara
REU Site - Internships in Nanosystems Science, Engineering and Technology \(INSET|)
Electrical and Computer Engineering and Materials
CA 93106-4170

Primary: Dr. Evelyn L. Hu
805-893-2368
hu@ece.ucsb.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Nanosystems
Abstract of Award

University of California - San Diego
Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research (PEER) Center Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)Summer Internship Program
La Jolla, CA 92093

Primary: Dr. Scott A. Ashford
(858) 822-0431
peer@ucsd.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Geotechnical Engineering, Seismology, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Earthquake Engineering
Comments: ERC/REU Site Additional Contact Person: Rena Rowe (858) 822-1344 peer@ucsd.edu

Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences
Undergraduate Research in Biotechnology and Bioengineering
Claremont, CA 91711

Primary: Dr. Angelika Niemz
909-607-9854
aniemz@kgi.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microfluidics, Biomaterials, Nanotechnology, Bioreactors, Biological Network Modeling.
Abstract of Award

University of Colorado - Boulder
Undergraduate Research in Environmental Engineering Focused on Protection and Treatment of Water Supplies
Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering
CO 80309

Primary: Dr. JoAnn Silverstein
303-492-7211
Joann.Silverstein@colorado.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Enivornmental Engineering; Water Resources
Abstract of Award

Colorado State University
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Chemical Engineering Using the Colorado Bioprocessing Center
Chemical and Bioresource Engineering
CO 80523-1370

Primary: Dr. Vincent G. Murphy
970-491-1791
vince@engr.colostate.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical; Bioresource; Bioprocessing
Abstract of Award

Colorado State University
Summer Research Opportunity for Undergraduates in Electrical and Computer Engineering (and Related Fields)
Atmospheric Sciences and Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ft. Collins, CO 80523

Primary: Dr. V. Chandrasekar
970-491-7981
chandra@engr.colostate.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: weather radar, atmospheric remote sensing, storm studies, radar instrumentation
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Engineering

Colorado State University
REU Site: Studies in Vibration and Sound
Fort Collins, CO 80523

Primary: Paul Heyliger, Ph.D.
970-491-6685
prh@engr.colostate.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Vibration, Sound, Mechanics, Dynamics, Music, Damping, Noise, Mathematical Modeling
Comments: This site is funded by Department of Defense Basic Research in partnership with the National Science Foundation.
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

Colorado State University
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Electrical & Computer Engineering Focused Around The CSU-CHILL National Radar Facility and the ITR Program
Fort Collins, CO 80523-2002

Primary: V. Chandrasekar
970-491-6600
chandra@engr.colostate.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Electrical Engineering
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Earth Sciences

University of Colorado - Boulder
REU Site Program in Functional Materials
Boulder, CO 80309

Primary: Stephanie Kellum
303-492-7471
stephanie.kellum@colorado.edu
Secondary: Dr. Daniel Schwartz
303-735-0240
daniel.schwartz@colorado.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Functional Materials, Chemical Engineering
Abstract of Award

University of Connecticut
REU Site in Chemical Engineering at the Nanoscale
Chemical Engineering
Storrs, CT 06269-3222

Primary: Dr. Joseph J. Helble
860-486-4019
helble@engr.uconn.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical Engineering; Nanoscale
Abstract of Award

University of Delaware
Reesearch Experiences for Undergraduates in Bridge Engineering
CIvil and Environmental
DE 19716

Primary: Dr. Michael J. Chajes
302-831-6056
chajes@ce.udel.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Civil; Environmental
Abstract of Award

University of Central Florida
NSF REU Site in Nanomaterials Processing and Characterization\(NANOPAC-SITE\)
AMPAC and Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering
FL 32816-0150

Primary: Dr. Sudipta Seal
407-823-5277
sseal@pegasus.cc.ucf.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Nanomaterials; Nanotechnology; Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering
Comments: Co-funded by another Engineering Division, CTS
Abstract of Award

University of Florida
Research Experiences in Design and Construction of Autonomous Robots and Machine Learning
Electrical and Computer Engineering
FL 32611-6200

Primary: Dr. Antonio A. Arroyo
352-392-2639
arroyo@mil.ufl.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Electrical; Computer; Design; Autonomous Robots; Machine Learning
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Computer and Information Science and Engineering

University of Central Florida
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Optics, Lasers, and Materials
Orlando, FL 32816

Primary: Craig Siders, Ph.D.
407-823-6906
csiders@creol.ucf.edu
Secondary: Susan Hill
407-823-6804
sehill@mail.ucf.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Optics; Lasers; Materials.
Abstract of Award

University of Central Florida
International Research Experience for Undergraduates in Optics, Lasers, & Optical Materials
Orlando, FL 32826-3252

Primary: Dr. Martin C. Richardson
407-823-6819
mcr@creol.ucf.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: International, Optics, Lasers, Optical Materials.
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: International Science and Engineering

Georgia Institute of Technology
Research Experience for Undergraduates in Tissue Engineering
Atlanta, GA 30332-0363

Primary: Sally Gerrish
(404) 894-9020
sally.gerish@ibb.gatech.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Bioengineering; Cardiovascular substitutes; Orthopaedic applications; Metabolic and secretory systems research
Comments: REU-ERC

Georgia Institute of Technology
PRC/IMAPS Undergraduate Research Fellowships in Microelectronic Packaging
Atlanta, GA 30332

Primary: Dr. Leyla Conrad
(404)385-0439
leyla.conrad@ee.gatech.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Microelectronics, electronic packaging
Comments: REU-ERC (First Site)

Georgia Institute of Technology
SURE: Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering/Science
Atlanta, GA 30332

Primary: Dr. Gary May
(404)894-5053
gary.may@ee.gatech.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Microelectronics, electronic packaging
Comments: REU-ERC (Second Site)

University of Illinois - Chicago
Undergraduate Research in Brain, Sensory Systems and Behavior
Biological Sciences
IL 60607-7060

Primary: Dr. Aixa Alfonso
312-355-0318
aalfonso@uic.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biological Sciences; Brain, Sensory Systems and Behavior
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences

University of Illinois - Chicago
REU Site in Novel Materials and Processing
Chemical Engineering
IL 60607

Primary: Dr. Christos G. Takoudis
312-355-0859
takoudis@uic.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Microelectronic Materials and Processing
Abstract of Award

University of Illlinois at Urbana-Champaign
Mechanics of Complex Materials
Theoretical & Applied Mechanics
Champaign, IL 61820

Primary: Dr. Kimberly Hill-Malvick
217-333-2313
kmh@uiuc.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

University of Notre Dame
An REU Site on Water Resources in Developing Countries
Civil Engineering and Geological Sciences
IN 46556

Primary: Dr. Stephen E. Silliman
219-631-9236
silliman.1@nd.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Water resources; Environmental Engineering; Hydrologic sciences
Abstract of Award

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site: Engineering Forensics Research Institute
Civil Engineering
Terre Haute, IN 47803

Primary: Dr. Kevin Sutterer
812-877-8959
kevin.g.sutterer@rose-hulman.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Civil Engineering, Forensics
Abstract of Award

University of Notre Dame
REU Site: Nano/Bio Engineering at Notre Dame
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Notre Dame, IN 46556

Primary: Marya Lieberman
(574) 631-4665
mlieberm@nd.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Collaborative research, Nano-bio, chemistry/biochemistry, engineering, biology
Abstract of Award

University of Kansas Center for Research Foundation
Biomechanical Engineering - Research Experience for Undergraduates
Mechanical Engineering
KS 66046

Primary: Dr. Kenneth J. Fischer
785-864-2994
fischer@ukans.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biomechanical
Abstract of Award

University of Kansas Center For Research, Inc.
Research Experience for Chemical Engineering Undergraduates
Chemical & Petroleum Engineering
Lawrence, KS 66045-7609

Primary: Russell D. Ostermann, Ph.D.
785-864-2907
ostermann@ku.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical Engineering; Petroleum Engineering; Biomedical Engineering; Fuel Cell Tehcnology; Computer-aided Molecular Modeling and Design; Microchip Fabrication.
Abstract of Award

Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College
Research in the Chemical Sciences For Undergraduates at Louisiana State University
Chemistry
Baton Rouge, LA 70803

Primary: Dr. Steven F. Watkins
225-578-3359
swatkins@lsu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical Engineering
Abstract of Award

Louisiana Tech University
Undergraduate Experiences in Micro and Nano Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Ruston, LA 71270

Primary: Dr. Steven A. Jones
318-257-2288
sajones@coes.latech.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Micromanufacturing, Nanotechnology, Biomedical Engineering
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

Johns Hopkins University
REU-Site Program in Chemical, Cell and Tissue Engineering
Chemical Engineering
MD 21218

Primary: Dr. Michael E. Paulaitis
410-516-6604
michaelp@jhu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical; Biochemical, Cell, and Tissue Engineering
Abstract of Award

National Institute of Standards and Technology
SURFing the Electronics and Electrical Engineering Laboratory REU
MD 20899

Primary: Dr. David B. Newell
301-975-4228
david.newell@nist.gov

Research Topics/Keywords: Electronics; Electricity; Electrical measurements and standards; Semiconductor electronics and manufacturing; Microelectronics; Scanning Proble; Simulation and Computer-Aided Design; Law Enforcement S
Comments: Additional Point of Contact - CO-PI, Dr. David L. Blackburn, E-Mail: david.blackburn@nist.gov, Tel:301-975-2068
Abstract of Award

University of Maryland - College Park
Molecular and Cellular Engineering
Chemical Engineering
MD 20742

Primary: Dr. Timothy A. Barbari
301-405-2983
barbari@eng.umd.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Molecular; Cellular; Bioengineering; Chemical
Abstract of Award

University of Maryland - College Park
Research Internships in Telecommunications Engineering - RITE Site
Institute for Systems Research and E.C.E
MD 20742-3285

Primary: Dr. Steven I. Marcus
301-405-3683
marcus@isr.umd.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Telecommunications
Abstract of Award

Johns Hopkins University
ERC for Computer Integrated Surgical Systems and Technology
Baltimore, MD 21211

Primary: Dr. Russell Taylor
(410)516-6299
rht@cs.jhu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biomedical Engineering, Computer-Integrated Surgery, Computer Science,Haptics
Comments: Cynthia Miller, Education Progam Director, E-mail: cmiller@cs.jhu.edu REU-ERC

University of Maryland - College Park
Introducing the Systems Engineering Paradigm to Young Researchers and Future Leaders
College Park, MD 20742

Primary: Lee Harper
301-405-6608
lharper@isr.umd.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Systems Research, Global Communications Systems, Sensor-Actuator Networks, Next-Generation Product Realization Systems, Societal Infrastructure Systems, Cross-Disciplinary Systems Education.
Abstract of Award

University of Maryland
An REU Site Expansion of RISE: Research Internships in Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
College Park, MD 20742

Primary: Dr. Linda Schmidt
301-405-0417
lschmidt@eng.umd.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mechanical Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Biological Resources Engineering, Physics, Meteorology, Materials Science.
Abstract of Award

Northeastern University
Northeastern University: Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Engineering , Civil, Biomedical, and Electrical and Computer Engineering, MA 02115
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Boston, MA 02115

Primary: Ms. Kristin Hicks
617-373-5384
khicks@coe.neu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Database Design, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Image Processing, Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, Signa
Comments: ERC/REU

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Research Experience for Undergraduates in Therapeutic Gene Biotechnology
Biotechnology Process Engineering Center
Cambridge, MA 02139

Primary: Daniel Darling
(617) 452-2464
ddarling@mit.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biotechnology, Therapeutic Gene Biotechnology
Comments: This is an ERC/REU Site

Boston University
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Biomedical Engineering
Boston, MA 02215

Primary: Dr. Herbert F. Voigt
617-353-2817
hfv@bu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biomedical Engineering
Abstract of Award

Wayne State University
REU Site for Smart Sensors and Integrated Microsystems Research
Electrical and Computer Engineering
MI 48202

Primary: Dr. Gregory W. Auner
313-377-3904
gauner@ece.eng.Wayne.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Smart Sensors; Microsystems
Abstract of Award

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site for Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2125

Primary: Dr. Elijah Kannatey-Asibu, Jr. / Ms. Lenea Howe
734-647-8721 or 734-936-
lhowe@umich.edu or asibu@umich.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Manufacturing Engineering, Reconfigurable Manufacturing
Comments: REU-ERC

University of Michigan - Dearborn
Research in Combustion Engines and Exhaust Emissions
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Dearborn, MI 48128

Primary: Keshe S. Varde, Ph.D.
313-593-5117
varde@umich.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mechanical Engineering; Combustion; Exhaust Emission Systems; Alternative Fuel Utilization; Computer Modeling of Engine Performance.
Abstract of Award

Western Michigan University
REU: Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Construction Engineering and Management
Construction Engineering, Materials Engineering, and Industrial Design
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Primary: Dr. Osama Abudayyeh
269-387-6551
abudayyeh@wmich.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Composite Materials; Bridge Management Systems; Safety, Ergonomics, and Human Performance; Intelligent Transportation Systems.
Abstract of Award

Western Michigan University
Computer-Aided Testing and Simulation of Mechanical Components and Systems
Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Primary: Dr. Daniel Kujawski
269-387-3321
daniel.kujawski@wmich.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mechanical Engineering
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

University of Minnesota
REU Site in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Minnesota
Electrical and Computer Engineering
MN 55455

Primary: Dr. Douglas W. Ernie
612-625-9802
ernie@ece.umn.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biomedical;Electrical; Computer;Signal processing and communication
Abstract of Award

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Mechanical Engineering
Mechancial Engineering
Minneapolis, MN 55455-2070

Primary: Dr. Sue Mantell or Dr. Jane Davidson
612-625-2009
REU@me.umn.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical, Nanotechnology, Environmental, MEMS, Manufacturing, Design, Engines, Diesel, Air Pollution, Aerosols, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Fluid Dynamics
Comments: Additional Keywords: Heat Transfer, Renewable Energy, Automotive
Abstract of Award

University of Missouri-Rolla
Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Mico Mechatronic Systems
MO 65409-0440

Primary: Dr. Eldon K. Stanek
573-341-4503
stanek@ece.umr.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mechatronics; Structural Systems; Controls, Robotics; Microelectronics
Abstract of Award

Washington University
Environmental Engineering Science
Civil Engineering
MO 63130

Primary: Dr. Brian A. Wrenn
314-935-8144
bawrenn@seas.wustl.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Bioremediation; Enviornmental micorbiology; Chemistry; Biological processes for treatment of industrial and domestic wastes
Abstract of Award

Washington University
REU Program in Japan in Advanced Technology
Department of Civil Engineering
St. Louis, MO 63130

Primary: Shirley J. Dyke, Ph.D.
314-935-5695
sdyke@seas.wustl.edu
Secondary: Makola Abdullah, Ph.D.
abdullah@wombat.eng.fsu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Civil Engineering; Advanced Technologies Research; Earthquake Detection and Mitigation; International Research Experience in Japan.
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: International Science and Engineering

University of Missouri-Columbia
Summer Research Projects in Biosystems Modeling and Analysis
Mechanical Engineering
Columbia, MO 65211

Primary: Dr. Satish Nair
573-884-7872
nairs@missouri.edu
Secondary: Dr. Vijay Chellaboina
chellaboinav@missouri.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mathematical modeling of biological systems
Comments: NSF Award EEC-0244045
Abstract of Award

University of Missouri - Columbia
REU Site: Summer Research Projects in Biosystems Modeling and Analysis
Columbia, MO 65211

Primary: Dr. Satish Nair
573-884-7872
nairs@missouri.edu
Secondary: Dr. Vijay Chellaboina
chellaboinav@mi
engreu@missouri.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mathematical modeling of biological systems, Cellular signaling, computational neuroscience, bioprinting technology, neural motor control systems, thermodynamic modeling in cell tissue preservation, b
Comments: NSF Award EEC-0244045
Abstract of Award

Montana State University
Research Experience for Undergraduates at Montana State University's Center for Biofilm Engineering
Center for Biofilm engineering
MT 59717

Primary: Dr. Anne Camper
406-994-4906
anne_c@erc.montana.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biofilm Engineering
Abstract of Award

Montana State University
REU Site at the Western Transportation Institute at Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 59717-2470

Primary: Jaime L. Helmuth
406-994-7643
jhelmuth@coe.montana.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Rural Transportation Research.
Comments: This REU Site is supported by the Department of Defense Basic Research Program in partnership with the NSF REU Program.
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

Rowan University
REU in Pollution Prevention and Sustainability
NJ 08028-1701

Primary: Dr. Kauser Jahan
856-256-5323
jahan@rowan.edu
Secondary: Dr. Mariano J. Savelski
856-256-5317
savelski@rowan.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Abstract of Award

University of New Mexico
Research Expericences for Undergraduates in Water Resources Engineering - Rio Grande Restoration and Related Issues
Albuquerque, NM 87131-1351

Primary: Dr. Julie E. Coonrod
505-277-3233
jcoonrod@unm.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Water Resources Engineering
Abstract of Award

Clarkson University
Research Expereince for Undergraduates -Environmental Sciences and Engineering at Clarkson University
Civil and Environmental Engineering
NY 13699-5170

Primary: Dr. Stefan J. Grimberg
315-268-6490
grimberg@clarkson.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Environmental;Civil
Abstract of Award

Cornell University
Protecting Water Quality: An REU Site for Research Experience of Undergraduates in Environmental and Biological Engineering
Biological and Environmental Engineering
Ithaca, NY 14853-2801

Primary: Dr. Tammo S. Steenhuis
607-255-2489
tss1@cornell.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Water; Environmental; Biological
Abstract of Award

Polytechnic University of New York
Research Experience in Information Systems for Undergraduates
Electrical and Computer Engineering
NY 11735

Primary: Dr. Frank A. Cassara
631-755-4360
cassara@rama.poly.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Information; Computer; Electrical; Wireless; Communication
Abstract of Award

SUNY - Binghamton
Research Opportunities for Undergraduates in the Field of Electronics Packaging
Integrated Electronics Engineering Center
NY 13902-6000

Primary: Dr. Bahgat G. Sammkia
607-777-6880
bahgat@binghamton.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Electronics
Abstract of Award

State University of New York at Buffalo
Multidisciplinary Center for Earthquake Engineering Research Research Experiences for Undergraduates
Civil Engineering
Buffalo, NY 14261

Primary: Andrea Dargush
716-645-3391 ext.106
Dargush@buffalo.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Earthquake; Structural, Geotechnical, Electrical and Computer Engineering; GIS Applications; Hazard Related Economics and Social Sciences
Comments: REU/ERC

Cornell University
National Fabrication Users Network
Ithaca, NY 14853

Primary: Professor Sandip Tiwari
607-255-2329
st222@cornell.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Nanofabrication of materials
Cofunded: Engineering

Cornell University
National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network (NNIN) REU Site
Ithaca, NY 14853-5403

Primary: Ms. Melanie-Claire Mallison
607-254-4858
mallison@cnf.cornell.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Nanotechnology, Bio-Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, Materials Science, Optics, Optoelectronics, Physics, Life Sciences.
Comments: This REU site is cofunded by the Department of Defense Basic Research in partnership with the NSF REU Program.
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

Cornell University
Nanotechnology Research REU-Site Program
School of Applied & Engineering Physics
Ithaca, NY 14853

Primary: Dr. Robert A. Buhrman
607-255-3732
rab8@cornell.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Nanoscale Systems, Nanotechnology Research, Information Technology
Abstract of Award

University of Rochester
Research Experience for Undergraduates in Optical Science and Engineering at Rochester
Physics and Astronomy
Rochester, NY 14627

Primary: Connie Jones
585-275-5306
connie@pas.rochester.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Optical imaging and metrology, nonlinear optics, nanotechnology, quantum optics, medical optics, ultra-fast lasers, optical telecommunication
Abstract of Award

North Carolina State University
NSF Green Processing Undergraduate Research Program
Raleigh, NC 27695-7905

Primary: Dr. Christine S. Grant
919-515-2317
grant@eos.ncsu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Environmental and Chemical Engineering;Green process technologies
Comments: Additional Point of Contact: Ms. Kristen Reberg-Horton Tel: (919) 515-3639 E-mail: kgreberg@unity.ncsu.edu
Abstract of Award

Duke University
REU Site Program for Increasing Diversity in Engineering at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering
Pratt School of Engineering
Durham, NC 27708-0295

Primary: Ms. Martha S. Absher
919-477-0986
mabsher@duke.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Diversity; Biomedical; Biochemical; Electrical; Mechanical; Civil; Environmental;Biomaterials, Medical Imaging
Abstract of Award

University of North Dakota
Engaging Undergraduates in Multidisciplinary Remote Sensing Image Aquisition and Analysis Research at the University of North Dakota
Electrical Engineering
ND 58202-7165

Primary: Dr. Richard R. Schultz
701-777-4429
Richard_Schultz@mail.und.nodak.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Aerospace, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering; Geosciences; Earth System Science; Remote Sensing
Comments: Additional URL REU website: http://www.und.edu/dept/sem/
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Education and Human Resources

University of Cincinnati (Main Campus)
REU Site Program in Membrane Applied Science and Technology
Chemical Engineering
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0171

Primary: Dr. William B. Krantz
513-556-4021
bkrantz@alpha.che.uc.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemistry; Biochemistry
Comments: Additional Point of Contact: Dr. Gerri Burke, E-mail:gburke@alpha.che.uc.edu
Abstract of Award

Cleveland State University
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Glass adn Electrorheological Sciences
Department of Advanced Manufacturing
Cleveland, OH 44115

Primary: Philip Sanger, Ph.D.
216-687-4565
p.sanger@csuohio.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: High-performance Glass Forming; Electrorheological Fluids.
Abstract of Award

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Undergraduate Engineering in Medical Research
Biomedical Engineering
Cleveland, OH

Primary: Katie Root
216-445-9343
rootc@ccf.org

Research Topics/Keywords: Biomedical Engineering
Abstract of Award

University of Oklahoma
Research Experience for Undergraduates in Geo-Environmental Systems
School of Civil Engineering and Environmental Science
OK 73019

Primary: Dr. Randall L. Kolar
405-325-4267
kolar@ou.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Geo-Environmental Engineering
Abstract of Award

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
Manufacturing Metrolgy and Quality Engineering
School of Industrial Engineering
OK 73019

Primary: Dr. Shivakumar Raman
405-325-4350
raman@ou.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
Abstract of Award

Oregon State University
REU: Interdisciplinary Approach to Coastal Processes and Hazard Mitigation
Corvallis, OR 97331-2302

Primary: Dr. Daniel T. Cox
541-737-3631
dtc@engr.orst.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Coastal Engineering, Physical Oceanography, Computer Science, Coastal Processes, Natural Hazards Mitigation
Abstract of Award

University of Pennsylvania
SUNFEST: Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Sensor Technology
Electrical Engineering
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Primary: Dr. Jan Van Der Spiegel
215-898-7116
jan@ee.upenn.edu
Secondary: Lois Clearfield
215-898-3429
lois@ee.upenn.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Electrical Engineering
Abstract of Award

Pennsylvania State University
Electrical Engineering Research Experience for Undergraduates at Penn State University
Universitiy Park, PA 16802

Primary: Dr. Ruyan Guo
814-863-7847
ryguo@psu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Electrical Engineering
Abstract of Award

University of South Carolina
Novel Technologies in Pollution Prevention
Chemical Engineering
SC 29208

Primary: Dr. Michael D. Amiridis
803-777-7294
amiridis@engr.sc.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Pollution; Chemical Engineering
Comments: Additional Point of Contact: Dr. John E. Van Zee, E-mail: vanzee@engr.sc.edu;Tel: 803-777-2285
Abstract of Award

Clemson University
Nanotechnology in Health and Food Science: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Chemistry
Clemson, SC 29634

Primary: Professor Ya-Ping Sun
864-656-5026
syaping@clemson.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: nanomaterials
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Engineering

University of South Carolina
Chemical Engineering Research in Japan
Chemical Engineering
Columbia, SC 29208

Primary: Dr. Michael D. Amiridis
803-777-7294
amiridis@engr.sc.edu
Secondary: Dr. John W. Van Zee
803-777-2285
vanzee@engr.sc.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical Engineering, International
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: International Science and Engineering

Clemson University
REU Site in Wireless Communication Networks
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Clemson, SC 29634

Primary: Dr. Daniel L. Noneaker
864-656-0100
danno@ces.clemson.edu
Secondary: Dr. Xiao-Bang Xu
864-656-5923
ecexu@ces.clemson.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Wireless Communication Networks, Antennas, Electrical Engineering, Applied Electromagnetics, Spread-Spectrum Communications, Packet Radio Networks, Computational Electromagnetics.
Abstract of Award

Clemson University
Innovations in Biomaterials
Bioengineering
Clemson, SC

Primary: Dr. Karen Burg
864-656-6462
kburg@clemson.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Animal Science, Bioengineering, Biomedical devices, Biomedical engineering, Biomechanics, Biotechnology, Biomaterials, Bioreactors, Cellular Engineering, Prosthetics, Space, Tissue engineering, Veteri
Abstract of Award

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
South Dakota School of Mines - Mongolian University of Science & Technology REU Site Collaboration
Rapid City, SD 57701-3995

Primary: Robb M. Winter
605-394-1237
robb.winter@sdsmt.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Chemical Engineering, Advanced Materials, Biochemical Engineering, International
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: International Science and Engineering

Vanderbilt - Northwestern - Texas - Harvard/MIT Engineering
Research Experience for Undergraduate in Bioengineering Educational/Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering & Learning Technologies
Nashville, TN 37235

Primary: Jean M. Alley
(615) 343-2766
jean.m.alley@vanderbilt.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Learning Technology, Learning Science, Assessment and Evaluation
Comments: REU-ERC (Multi-institution Research Center)

Texas Engineering Experiment Station
REU Site: Undergraduate Research in Biodiversity and Ecological Processes in Fluctuating Environments
TX 77843

Primary: Dr. Rodney L. Honeycutt
979-847-9462
rhoneycutt@tamu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Environmental; Biodiversity; Ecological processes
Abstract of Award

University of Texas at Arlington
REU - Site Performance Evaluation of Civil Infrastructure Systems
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Arlington, TX 76019

Primary: Dr. Ali Abolmaali
817-272-3877
abolmaali@ce.uta.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Abstract of Award

University of Houston
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Cullen College of Engineering
Houston, TX 77204

Primary: Dr. Julie M. Trenor
713-743-3299
jmtrenor@uh.edu
Secondary: Dr. Frank J. Claydon
713-743-4204
fclaydon@uh.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Electrical Engineering
Abstract of Award

Texas Engineering Experiment Station
Electrical Engineering Research Applications in Homeland Security
Electrical Engineering
College Station, TX 77843-3000

Primary: Dr. Karen Butler-Purry
979-862-8869
klbutler@ee.tamu.edu
Secondary: Dr. Deepa Kundur
979-862-8684
deepa@ee.tamu.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Electrical Engineering; Homeland Security
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

Virginia Tech
Undergraduate Research Experience in Biological Systems Engineering
Biological Systems
VA 24061

Primary: Dr. David H. Vaughan
540-231-7608
davaugha@vt.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Biological Systems
Abstract of Award

University of Virginia
REU Site: Nanoscale Design and Control of Self-assembled Materials
Office of Minority Programs
Charlottesville, VA 22904

Primary: Carolyn Vallas
434-924-0614
cv5d@virginia.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Nanoscale Design
Abstract of Award
Cofunded: Department of Defense (DoD)

Milwaukee School of Engineering
Undergraduate Research: HYBRID SYNTHESIS OF ADVANCED 3D STRUCTURES
Mechanical Engineering
WI 53202-3109

Primary: Dr. Subha K. Kumpaty
414-277-7466
kumpaty@msoe.edu

Research Topics/Keywords: Mechanical; Biomedical, Aerospace; Architectural; Manufacturing; Composite; Biomolecular; Electro-optical
Abstract of Award