Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program | 2017 Program Locations

Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program | 2017 Program Locations Code

University

State

UAUN21

Auburn University

AL

BUNA72

University of Alabama

AL

BUNA38

University of Arizona*

AZ

BASU79

Arizona State University, Tempe*

AZ

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Description "Visualizing and Quantifying Deformations in Transparent Soft Polymers Using Optical Metrology": The student will investigate the feasibility of using a newly developed optical method called digital gradient sensing (DGS) to study penetration of a sharp object/projectile such as a needle into soft gel. Applicants should have a minimum 3.5 GPA, completed courses in science and math (physics, calculus, chemistry, linear algebra, computer programming in Matlab), exposure to mechanical behavior of materials, a letter of support, familiarity with experimentation and material preparation, and good communication skills to process and report results. "Linking Thin Film Growth to Mechanical Stress Evolution": Students will characterize how stress evolves in metal and metal alloy films and coatings; and will be trained in the use of vacuum based deposition tools, X-ray diffraction and electron microscopy imaging. Applicants must provide 2 letters of recommendation, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (3.5 or greater preferred), and have taken some course in the physical sciences such as chemistry, physics or related material. "Production, Analysis and Control of Unsteady Vortical WakeAirfoil Interactions": Student will be exposed to subsonic wind tunnel testing, active flow control, and data analysis with Matlab. Students interested in aerodynamics, turbulence and laboratory experiments are encouraged to apply and are expected to be a current junior or senior in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with completed coursework in aerodynamics and/or fluid mechanics by the start of the program. Applicants should have a minimum 3.5 GPA and submit two letters of recommendation along with a resume. "Multifunctional Thermoset Polymer Matrix with Self-Sensing and Self-Healing Capabilities": Students will prepare and characterize thermomechanical properties of specimens. Applicants must be willing to learn through self-initiated study; and have strong analytical skills, proven ability in science, mathematics (e.g. calculus, linear algebra, differential equations), and engineering mechanics. Preferred course background and skill set includes physics, chemistry, engineering mechanics, probability and statistics, engineering laboratory experience (outside of the classroom), and experience/interest in programming.

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UCIT66

California Institute of Technology

CA

BUCL93

University of California, Los Angeles

CA

BSJS13

San Jose State University*

CA

BUCB26

University of California, Berkeley

CA

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"Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Magnetoelectrics and Spinorbitronics in Topological Heterostructures and Superlattices": Students will acquire skills in both operation and maintenance of vacuum instruments as well as cryogenic measurement systems. Applicants must have an average GPA above 3.5 and one letter of recommendation. Students with experience in electronics, mechanics and computer programming are preferred. Undergraduate level general physics and solid state physics courses are also recommended to have a better understanding of the physical background. "Internet -of-Things": Student will engage in the basic security research required for the development and implementation of a security solution. Student should have completed an introductory course in programming, embedded system design, or mobile application development. Students with experience in JAVA Server Pages (JSP), and computer application development are preferred. Students with strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills rank higher than students who are limited to strong technical skills. "Rational Design of Random Copolymers to Incorporate Proteins into Synthetic Materials": Rational design of functional polymer/protein materials for edit of proteins beyond nature's capability, to generate polymer/ribosome co-assemblies for efficient protein expression in hydrophobic environment. The research covers fields ranging from chemistry to biology to material science. Applicants should be highly motivated. Experience in molecular cloning, protein purification, or protein characterization is preferred.


BUNC09

University of Colorado

CO

BYUN69

Yale University

CT

UUND66

University of Delaware

DE

BUSF87

University of South Florida

FL

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"Phophene: A Regular Heterocyclic Analog of Graphene": Student will gain skills in quantitative chemistry (basic concepts of molarity, solubility, and solution preparation), acquire practical knowledge of simple aspects of interfacial science, the electromagnetic spectrum, and methods of film characterization and manipulation. Applicants must be majoring in any area of physical or biological science and the related engineering fields. "Determining the Strength of Granular Beds Composed of Irregularly Shaped Particles": Students will learn to use MATLAB, develop computer simulations, and run them on high performance computing facilities to participate in computational research sediment transport and geophysical flows. Some knowledge of computer programming is preferred but not required, and applicants should be a sophomore or junior and has taken multivariable Calculus and a year of Physics. Applications should also include a personal statement explaining the applicant's interest and two letters of recommendation. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Mathematical Modeling of Processes in Engineering and Sciences": Student will be seeking a mathematical solution/representation of a process under her/his study, after testing the validity of the mathematical model. Applicants must have previously demonstrated abilities and interests in Mathematical Sciences; overall scholastic achievement, aptitude and interests; letters of recommendations; and a short description about her/his desire to work on this project. Applicant must also be at least a Sophomore and have at least a Calculus III level mathematical background.


BFIU78

Florida International University*

FL

BNUN68

Northwestern University

IL

UPUN66

Purdue University

IN

UUND11

University of Notre Dame

IN

BUKC20

University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc

KS

BLSU83

Louisiana State University

LA

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"A Game Theoretic Approach to Self-Configuring, Noncooperative, Mobile Sensors for Monitoring Moving Targets": Students will use game theory and evolutionary game theory to analyze strategic interactions and wireless, mobile sensor networks with noncooperative, selfish and malicious users. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or better and should be "Seniors" with an extensive background in computer science courses, specifically networking experience and familiarity, as well as software and programming skills. "Collective Impact & Common Goals: Planned vs. Emergent Networks as Tools for Leveraging Community Outcomes": Student will clean and code survey and interview data, run basic statistical analysis, and write project reports for local communities. Preferred applicants will have taken a research method class. One letter of recommendation is required. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Wearable Multifunctional Nano-assemblies for Chemical Sensing Applications": Students will design and test chemical sensing platforms and learn relevant techniques such as nanomaterial synthesis, spectroscopic characterization and 2-D graphen oxide surface based annoassemblies construction. Applicants should have a background in chemistry. "Fundamental Physics of Carbon-based Nanohybrids for Highperformance Infrared & Ultraviolet Detection": Student will achieve a thorough understanding of the fundamental physics that governs the detection infrared and ultraviolet lights using carbon nanohybrids. "Quantum Computing and Sensors": Student will study, learn, and adapt quantum computing error mitigation strategies to develop fault tolerant quantum sensors. Applicants are required to have a rudimentary knowledge of linear algebra, provide letters of recommendation, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.


UHUN53

Harvard University

MA

UUMA53

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

MA

BTUN82

Tufts University

MA

UJHU66

Johns Hopkins University

MD

UMSU66

Morgan State University*

MD

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"The Mechanical Design of Bioinspired and Non-bioinspired Impulsive Mechanisms Through the Use of Multi-scale Manufacturing Methods": Student will focus on the translation of biologically-inspired mechanism design (including ratchets, torquereversal mechanisms, buckling) into simplified physical prototypes. Applicants should have experience with mechanical design. Experience in robotics and/or additive manufacturing is a plus. "Materials Science of High Speed Recoil and the Development of Composite Materials Microstructures for Impulsive Motion": Student will understand and demonstrate the recoil dynamics of soft elastomers using high speed instrumentation and develop nanocomposites to generate and mediate impulsive deformations. Applicants should have taken a class in dynamics (engineering or physics) or fluid mechanics, and have an interest in polymer materials science. "Modeling Locomotion in an Unsteady Environment": Student will examine how well the muscles and skeletal system can filter out perturbations, without any input from the nervous system. Applicants should be motivated to work independently and troubleshoot. A minimum GPA of 3.5 is required and previous exposure to robotics and/or animal physiology will be a plus. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative


BUMC53

University of Maryland, College Park*

MD

BUMC04

University of Maryland, College Park*

MD

BMSU60

Michigan State University

MI

BWMU83

Western Michigan University

MI

BUNM65

University of Minnesota

MN

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Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Impulsive Biological Performance in the Natural Environment": Student will focus on impulsive performance in the natural environment. Applicants will need to have taken introductory biology and physics (mechanics). They must have an interest in working outdoors and with live animals. "Computer Modeling of Nano-Mechanical Response of Solids": The student will develop computer models of materials, linear and nonlinear truss networks and atomic crystals for the purpose of performing shock response spectrum analysis, wave transport mechanics, and scientific visualization techniques. Applicants should have excelled in prior coursework in mathematics, mechanics, materials science, controls, and/or Matlab or general computer programming techniques using C++/C/Fortran. Those who have a natural curiosity to understand basic mechanisms that are the root of phenomena that impact mechanical engineering and sciences, are self-starters, are resourceful and creative, are detail-oriented, and have strong communication skills are encouraged to apply. "Electrochemistry of Nanostructured Carbon Electrodes in RoomTemperature Ionic Liquids": Student will study how the surface chemistry of nanostructured carbon electrodes affects the interfacial capacitance and the electron-transfer kinetics for redox probe molecules in room temperature ionic liquids. Applicants should be enthusiastic and possess a strong work ethic. Applications must include a personal statement and one letter of recommendation. "Improving the Performance of Landmine Detection Rats": Student work involves teaching rats to emit a circling response when they encounter a target scent. Applicants should have demonstrated interest in and aptitude for scientific activities, and a willingness to work with living animals. Because they may travel to and work in Tanzania, they must also be willing to live in a resource-poor country where English is not the primary language. "Scalable Temporal Network Models with Population Dynamics: Estimation, Simulation, and Prediction": Student firstly will be data coding from primary texts of the geographic and temporal information relating to activities of radical environmental groups; and secondly, developing simple predictive models in R for these actions over time. Applicants must submit a short writing sample, 2 letters of reference, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.


UNCA06

North Carolina A&T State University*

NC

UNCA66


NC

UUNC66

University of North Carolina, Charlotte*

NC

BDUN53

Duke University

NC

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"A Study of GaAsSb Nanowire Photodetectors": Student will gain hands on laboratory experience in nanoelectronics. Applicants should be sophomore level or above, in Electrical and Computer Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering/Physics/or Engineering Physics major, minimum 3.0 GPA, taken at least the first level of physics and calculus I, have a strong motivation to do research and show interest/hobbies in hands on work such as doing car repair, electrical repair, or participation in robot competition. Any computer software skills are also desirable. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "The Fundamental Mechanisms Used by Biology for Impulsive Motion, and Creation of Synthetic Mechanisms That Can Achieve Similar Power Amplification and Acceleration": Student will primarily focus on the design, modeling, fabrication, and evaluation


BUNC72

University of North Carolina, Charlotte*

NC

BNCA89


NC

BNCA54


NC

BUNH81

University of New Hampshire

NH

URUN66

Rutgers, The State University* (Piscataway, NJ)

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NJ

of latch and trigger mechanisms that can be fabricated at multiple length scales as well as a demonstration system to illustrate the effects of latch dynamics. Applicants are required to have class experience in dynamics (engineering or physics), and experience with microfabrication or robots is a plus (but not required). "Acquisition of Multi-functional Nanoprobe Station-based Measurement System for Comprehensive In Situ Materials Characterization & Measurement in SEM": Student will obtain experiences in the synthesis of 1D nanostructures using chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method; and cutting-edge microscopic techniques with in situ sample manipulation, structure characterization, and property measurement on individual nanostructures. Applicants must be a junior undergraduate student in science or engineering major, have a minimum 3.5 GPA and completion of courses related to materials science and engineering. Applicants must also submit a short CV, a letter of recommendation, and a one-page personal statement describing their career goals, academic preparation, and previous research/working experiences. "Remote and Reconfigurable Environment (RARE)": Student will work to develop applications capable of reverse engineering a software executable program. Applicants should have completed an introductory course in programming, or web design, or mobile application development. Student with experience with JAVA programming, Servlets, JAVA Server Pages, and computer application development are preferred. Students with strong communication, interpersonal, organizational skills, and analytical skills are preferred over students who have only strong technical skills. "Reliable & Flexible Teaming of Heterogeneous Autonomous Vehicles": Student will research cooperative control structures to manage the teaming of autonomous vehicles and enhance their capabilities. Applicants must have two letters of recommendation, a minimum 3.0 GPA, be enrolled in an Electrical or Computer Engineering major, possess a good programming background, and have a good attitude and strong work ethic. Experience in hardware and software components, sensors, actuators, and embedded systems is a plus. "Origami of Single-polymer Chains": Project studies pendent group effect on single-chain nanoparticle (SCNP) collapse. At minimum, applicants should have completed sophomore organic chemistry, including laboratory. Physical chemistry is preferable. No experience in polymers, or other research experience, is expected. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at


http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede

BRSU30

Rutgers, The State University* (Camden Campus)

NJ

UNMI66

New Mexico Institute of Technology*

NM

UUNR81

University of Rochester

NY

UUNR41

University of Rochester

NY

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"Artificial biochemical Reaction Circuits": Student will be exposed to the biochemical redox reactions and the electron-transport systems in bioenergy conversion. Applicants with highly motivated interest of leaning Biochemistry, Nanotechnology and Bioenergy are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have taken Calculus I and II, Biochemistry and Organic Chemistry; have minimum 3.0 GPA; and include one letter of recommendation. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Study of Functional Surface Structures on Metals": The student will be training in characterization of micro- and nano-structures, study of optical and wetting effects of functional surface structures on metals, and mathematical modeling and computer simulation to study fundamental static and dynamic processes taking place during structure formation. Applicants should have previous experience/instruction in physics and/or mathematics (particularly advanced calculus). Applications should include your curriculum vitae (CV) and at least one letter of recommendation. Wellqualified applicants will have completed at least 2 semesters and possess a minimum 3.2 GPA "Bright THz Instrument and Nonlinear THz Science": Student will participate in the development of THZ wave photonics using twocolor microplasma for bright THZ Instrument and nonlinear THz science. Applicants should have background in physics, electrical engineering, or optics and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Prior knowledge of femtosecond lasers is a plus, but not required. Under representative minority students strongly encouraged to apply.


USJU52

St. John's University, New York

NY

BCUN64

Clarkson University

NY

BCUN42

City University of New York*

NY

BCUN59

City University of New York*

NY

BOSU69

Oklahoma State University

OK

UUNP15

University of Pennsylvania

PA

UDUN66

Drexel University

PA

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"A Polyvalent, Allosteric Whole-Virus Binding Platform for Norovirus Detection": Student will synthesize and optimize the response of a polyvalent DNA origami aptamer-displaying DBN Origami (DO) "Claw" that can be incorporated into a rapid, pointof-care, electrochemical Norovirus (NoV) sensor. Applicants should have taken freshman Chemistry and have a keen motivation to do practical, lab-based science. "Casual Information Flow in Genotypes and Phenotypes": Student will be responsible for data collection and standardization using existing online dataset repositiories. Applicants should have experience with data collection and processing using programming softwares such as Matlab. To apply, please also provide a CV, at least 2 letters of recommendation, and a personal statement (not to exceed 1 page) explaining your motivation and qualifications to successfully participate in this project and how it will benefit your long-term career goals. "Materials Structure and Electronics of Indium Arsenic Field Effect Transistors": Student goal is to understand the basic materials properties of Indium Arsenide and their electronic properties as field effect transistors. "Dono-Acceptor Superstructures With Emergent Optoelectronic Properties: Synergistic Approaches to Functional Self-Assembling Aggregates": Student will be studying the assembly of donoracceptor systems and learn various techniques in the lab, including: sample preparation, spectroscopic studies and quantitative analysis in various solvents and thermal conditions, and investigating emergent optoelectronic properties. "Metabolic Strategy for Fatigue-resistance": Student will be involved in culturing canine primary fibroblasts and subjecting cultures to a variety of in vitro challenges including energetic and oxidative stresses. Applicants should provide a paragraph on why this research opportunity helps further their career goals; be enrolled in a life-science discipline; and maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or above. "Engineering Two-Dimensional Materials for Quantum Photonics": Student will participate in the realization and characterization of single-photon sources in two-dimensional semiconductors with implications toward quantum sensing, nanophotonics, and other quantum technologies. Necessary qualifications for applicants include a basic knowledge of physics, optics, and semiconductor materials at the level of introductory college physics and chemistry courses. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic


UCUN47

Clemson University

SC

BUSC05

University of South Carolina

SC

UUNT66

University of Texas at San Antonio*

TX

BUTA12

University of Texas, Arlington*

TX

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loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Efficient Delivery of Information in Tactical Packet Radio Networks": Student will investigate fountain coding and other network techniques for packet erasure correction in tactical packet radio networks. Applicants must have excelled in previous courses in probability, random variables, random processes, linear algebra, and digital communications. They must also have experience in the analysis of optimal and suboptimal demodulation of digital communication signals that are received in the presence of fading and noise. "The Effect of Humidity and Particle Composition on Partitioning of Volatile Organic Compounds": Determining partition coefficients of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) between soil, air, and airborne particles as a function of temperature, humidity, soil textural classes, and particle composition. Applicants must submit a onepage Statement of Purpose that addresses their motivation, expectation and desired skills to develop, and their future academic or research plans. "Materials in Extreme Dynamic Environments Collaborative Research Alliance (MEDE CRA)": Focus on expanding the fundamental understanding of four classes of materials: metals, ceramics, composites and polymers. Student will be involved in one of the following research activities - 1) preparing material samples for experiments; 2) conducting high-strain rate experiments on materials; 3) characterizing materials in high fidelity electronic microscopes; 4) analyzing experimental data and results; 5) computational modeling of materials under dynamic loading conditions: or 6) synthesizing and processing new protection materials. Applicants should contact the Collaborative Principal Investigator (PI) by clicking on the ceramics, composites, metals and polymers CMRG links at http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede/home/research/. A recommendation from the PI agreeing to host the applicant is required. Interested applicants should also have strong academic record with an emphasis in math, science, or engineering. For more general information about the MEDE CRA, please visit: http://hemi.jhu.edu/cmede "Semiconductor Nanomembrane Transfer Printing Manufacturing": Students will work on the semiconductor nanomembrane transfer printing process towards manufacturable high performance photonic and electronic devices.


BTSU40

Texas State University*

TX

BUTE46

University of Texas, El Paso*

TX

BUTE16

University of Texas, El Paso*

TX

BUHV42

University of Houston, Victoria*

TX

BUNH73

University of Houston*

TX

BUHD47

University of Houston, Downtown*

TX

BWSU54

Washington State University

WA

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"Optical and Electrical Characterization of NiFe-oxide Thin Films Research": Student will be involved in characterization of Fe doped NiO thin films and devices by scanning probe microscopy. Applicants should have successfully completed math-Physics, differential equations, or calculus 3, and an average GPA in last year's Physics courses of 3.0 or higher. "Surface Characterization of Materials": Student will be trained in the theory and operation of a PHI 5600 MultiTechnique System and an ATC Orion 5, then be incorporated into an on-going investigation. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, have taken Modern Physics, and agree to commit to writing a BS thesis to graduate with honors, and to present a poster in 10/2017 in Dallas. "Properties of Solution-Processed & Vapor-Grown 2D-Layered Materials & Heterostructures": Student will build upon experiments on aqueous dispersions of 2D layered materials. "Tele-presence for Efficient Tele-robotics through Immersive Virtual Reality": Projects target the design and development of an ongoing immersive virtual reality environment for efficient telepresence and robotic tele-operation and the computation acceleration tasks. Applicants must have a good understanding of advanced mathematical and physical sciences (Algebra, Linear Algebra and Matrix Operations, Trigonometry, Physics, Calculus, Discrete mathematics, and Probability/Statics). Students must also have a solid knowledge of modern programming languages (with priority give to candidates with knowledge of C/C++), Object Oriented Programming, and Robotics. "Simultaneous Thermal Analyzer": Student will synthesize doped gehlenite glass and crystallize them in high-pressure and at lowtemperature in order to form novel crystal structures or, at least, to modify the emission wavelength. Applicants must have taken one year of college chemistry and one year of college physics, three letters of recommendation, and a minimum 3.0 GPA. "Discovery of Active Gene Modules Which are Densely Conserved Across Multiple Cancer Types": Project will revolve around data analytics of molecular and physiological data pertaining to human cancer and stress using algorithms in data mining and graph theory. Applicants must have completed an undergraduate computer science course in Data structures and algorithms (or an equivalent course), and a minimum 3.0 GPA. "Ballistic Motor Performance in Kangaroo Rats": Student will participate in studies involving motion analysis and computer simulations to investigate the mechanisms underlying ballistic movements of Kangaroo rats that generate powerful jumps up to 10 times their hip height. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and should submit a one paragraph statement of interest and two letters of recommendation (one of which from a math or science teacher) with their application. Applicants must also have taken at least 1 year of calculus and 1 year of physics.
