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The Plasticity of Cells, Organisms, and Communities
June 2 - August 9, 2025
Thank you for your interest in our program!
Application Deadline: March 1, 2025
We highly encourage all prospective students to submit their applications and recommendations
early.
If you have any questions, please email Dr. Betsy Read or Dr. Carlos Luna
Application Requirements
- Write a word file with the following information in 1-2 pages (5000 words maximum):
- How will this research experience help you to meet your education goals
- Describe your previous experience and/or personal strengths that would benefit a research
team
- Explain your potential interest in working on a project related to the plasticity
of cells, organisms, and communities
- What faculty (mention three) would you like to work with and why
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us about yourself and/or your interests
- Remember to write in the application form the email reference for two letters of recommendation.
We will contact them directly with instructions on how to submit their letter.
- If accepted, please produce your official transcript.
Program Details
Use cutting edge tools and techniques to uncover the molecular and cellular mechanisms
of how cells, organisms, and communities adapt to stochastic environmental conditions
by coordinating growth with morphological, physiological, and behavioral traits to
maximize fitness.
Program Participants will Receive:
- $6,000 Summer Stipend
- $550 Travel Stipend for out of region participants
- Free Campus Housing
- Modest Per Diem
Eligibility Requirements:
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Major in Biological Sciences or Related Field
- College Transcripts
- 2 Letters of Recommendation