Conduct your OWN Ecological Research in the rain forest!

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 11:21:11 -0500

The Organization for Tropical Studies from Duke University is providing hands-on, field-oriented research experience for undergraduate students at one of the most important sites for research in tropical biology- La Selva Biological Station in Costa Rica.

The nine-week research program will run from June 9 2016 to August 9 2016.

What kind of research will you do?

The topics range from the ecology and conservation of various organisms to GIS mapping of regenerating forests and behavioral ecology and climate impacts on declining amphibians. You can indicate an area of study that interests you the most (as part of the application process) so that you can be matched with a suitable mentor.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 31, 2016.

Benefits will include:

1. $4000 Stipend for 9 weeks of research

2. Room and board expenses covered

3. International travel to and from Costa Rica covered

4. An opportunity to immerse in a rich academic community of researchers

5. Gain access to social, cultural and recreational activities surrounding La Selva in Costa Rica.

Eligibility:

1. U.S Citizens or permanent residents

2. Undergraduate students in the field of Biology, Geography and Environmental Science.

3. For more information on eligibility, refer to this link here.

International Students who are interested in a summer research program may refer to this document: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14-Gu0u8aTdq3AplVtVuaeur0OYjRdTVdrjXWGjzP1fI/edit?rm=full#gid=0

Students who are interested in applying, see resources here http://ur.umbc.edu/home/getting-started-in-research/

and contact Janet McGlynn at mcglynn@umbc.edu.