Feb 01, 2024
10 weeks
February 1, 2024
Summer Integrative Neuroscience Experience (SINE)

Description

Florida Atlantic University will host the Summer Integrative Neuroscience Experience (SINE) at the John D. MacArthur Campus at Jupiter. The program consists of an intensive program that provides opportunities for talented undergraduate students from across the country to participate in cutting edge neuroscience research.

Students will have the opportunity to work in laboratories at FAU Jupiter, Scripps Research or the Max Plank Florida Institute for Neuroscience. The on-campus research will focus on the following neuroscience areas: synaptic function, behavioral pharmacology, neurogenetics and systems neuroscience. Students will also participate in workshops that provide a broad background in scientific communication, research approaches, and responsible conduct in research.

YOUR FLORIDA EXPERIENCE

This paid, ten-week program focuses on training, mentoring, research and an overall experience for students that prepares them for graduate studies or careers in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) disciplines.

Participants will typically work from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, with one hour for lunch.

Undergraduate researchers are paid $600/week along with a $25/week meal allowance, per week.

Participants will be housed in apartment-style dormitories on FAU’s Jupiter Campus, just three miles from the beach.

Students will work in laboratories at FAU Jupiter, Scripps Research, or the Max Plank Florida Institute for Neuroscience, and have the opportunity to interact with other FAU REU programs.

Eligibility

  • Undergraduate students majoring in science or engineering.
  • U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.
  • Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Boca Raton
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FL