Are you an undergraduate student interested in making a difference in the face of climate challenges? The REU site at Florida State University invites you to participate in a unique 10-week research program focused on the resilience of infrastructure against extreme weather events.
As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of hurricanes, storms, and other extreme weather, the risks to our infrastructure, transportation networks, and vulnerable communities are escalating. To address these growing challenges, our engineers are shifting from post-disaster repair to proactive resilience planning and design. This REU program provides an opportunity for you to engage in cutting-edge research and training that will better prepare our national infrastructure systems to withstand climate-related threats.
Program Highlights:
-Research Experience: Work closely with experienced faculty advisors on interdisciplinary projects covering resilience-based planning, infrastructure design and rehabilitation, disaster response, and emergency management.
-Workshops and Seminars: Enhance your understanding of climate impacts, develop communication and presentation skills, and build resilience and collaboration skills for working in diverse teams.
-Professional Development: Get ready for graduate studies and advanced career opportunities in STEM and related fields.
Benefits:
-Stipend: $700 per week
-Travel Reimbursement: Covered round-trip travel expenses
-Lodging: Free on-campus housing
-Meals: Meal subsidies provided
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible students must be undergraduate students from a U.S. institution that are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful refugees, or permanent residents of U.S. Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or better to be qualified.
Applications are open until February 14, 2025.
Apply here: https://etap.nsf.gov/award/7360/opportunity/9903
More details at: https://rider.eng.famu.fsu.edu/article/research-experiences-undergraduates-resilience-against-extreme-weather-events