The proposed project will immerse ten undergraduate students each summer in an exciting research experience focused on a broad range of HPC research across the physical sciences. The program will increase interest in HPC careers, as student research areas include protein folding, ferroelectric materials, therapeutic targets, and Potts simulations. Targeted students are those who have a budding interest in graduate study, particularly those from two-year undergraduate institutions recruited locally, regionally, and nationally. Students will learn HPC techniques, collaborate to build a cluster, and complete independent research projects. We will integrate a strong focus on professional development, research ethics, and effective communication. These skills are highly valued and necessary for success in both academia and the workforce. The interdisciplinary program combines faculty from the Departments of Chemistry and Physics. REU students and peer mentors will collaborate on projects integrating computational and STEM content, connecting students at different academic levels. Program activities are designed to (i) delve into essential research questions, (ii) introduce students to the ethics and language of science, (iii) show how HPC computing is critical to advancing knowledge and integrating with laboratory explorations, (iv) give the students practice and confidence in presenting research.
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U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident; Completed at least first year but have not yet graduated. Students from ALL STEM majors are encouraged to apply. Students will need to have completed at least one course in calculus and one computer science course, regardless of major. Introductory programming skills are required (Python, C, Java). Minimal GPA 3.0. Exception can be made for the strong candidates College Transcript(s) (official transcript is requested); Resume (2-page limit); One page personal statement to justify why you are a good match for the program; Two letters of recommendations, one must be from a faculty member. Send recommendations to REUHPC@temple.edu
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