This REU Site will build on the successes of our previously funded REU Site and will focus on nanomaterials, nanomechanics, and leadership training of undergraduate students. The project objectives are: 1) to engage undergraduate students with opportunities to conduct nanoscale science and engineering research; 2) to allow students to self-assess their interest in graduate school; 3) to increase the number of future professionals in nanoengineering; 4) to enable the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arkansas – Fayetteville (UAF) to become, and be recognized as a nationally top tier undergraduate and graduate program, and 5) to equip students to become future leaders and managers of technology driven organizations in the United States.

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Funding from the National Science Foundation allows the REU Internship in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arkansas to offer:

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• Participation in cutting edge hands-on research
• $6,000 Stipend
• Travel & Food Allowance
• Room and Board
• Professional Development, Ethics, & Leadership Training
• GRE Preparation
• Social Events & Activities

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Minimum 3.00 GPA
• Majoring in Mechanical, Materials, Mechanics, or Aerospace Engineering, or another related field
• Must Graduate After September 2024