The University of Akron establishes a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site affiliated with the College of Polymer Science. Ten undergraduate students, with a background in a physical science, engineering, computer science or mathematics, are recruited every year for a 12-week summer research experience. Students participate in research projects within the multidisciplinary field of polymer science, including theory, modeling and simulation of polymer properties; polymer synthesis and kinetics; and physical properties of polymers. Students also participate in weekly research meetings, visits to industrial laboratories, and in a final research symposium where they present the results of their work.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Materials Research (DMR)
Application #
0353746
Program Officer
Uma D Venkateswaran
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2004-04-01
Budget End
2007-03-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2003
Total Cost
$270,000
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Akron
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Akron
State
OH
Country
United States
Zip Code
44325