CELL-MET REU Program - University of Michigan

Overview

The NSF Engineering Research Center in Cellular Metamaterials (CELL-MET) aims to transform cardiovascular care by combining breakthroughs in nanotechnology and manufacturing with tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. CELL-MET offers summer research opportunities through Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) programs at all three CELL-MET institutions - Boston University (lead), Florida International University, and the University of Michigan. The CELL-MET REU program focuses on cardiac tissue engineering. Participants in the CELL-MET REU program at the University of Michigan will spend 10 weeks performing research in tissue mechanics and biomaterials. Our labs are highly interdisciplinary, and all science, technology, engineering, and math majors are welcome to apply. No prior research experience is required. The CELL-MET REU program collaborates with other UM summer research programs in materials science, chemistry, and engineering. These collaborations expose students to a wide breadth of UM research and provide the chance to work with a cohort of peers. Professional development and social activities are included in the program to ensure a well-rounded experience. Participants will receive a $6,000 stipend over 10 weeks, housing, meals, and reasonable travel expenses. The application will require: Personal statement (1 page) - see below for instructions Resume or CV (1 page suggested) Transcript (official or unofficial) Letter of recommendation Personal Statement Instructions: Provide a brief statement (one page) describing your career goals in scientific research and why you wish to participate in this program. Discuss your plans after graduation (graduate school, employment, etc.) and why you wish to pursue this research opportunity. Connect your interests, experience, and/or career goals to a project you might like to work on this summer. You can see a list of previous CELL-MET projects and links to CELL-MET labs here.