International Research Experience for Undergraduates

The prestigious American Chemical Society International Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program (ACS-IREU) for students majoring in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering program is funded by the National Science Foundation, in partnership with the Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst (DAAD), the German Chemical Society (GDCh), the European Chemistry Thematic Network (ECTN), and several universities across Europe. 21-25 students will be selected to receive the ACS-IREU Scholarship to conduct research at selected institutions in Germany, France, Italy and the UK. Detailed information and online application and recommendation forms can be found on our web site www.acs.org/ireu. Although helpful, no foreign language expertise is required. All qualified students, including females and members of underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.  DEADLINE:  1/31/2010
Sincerely,
Lourdes E. Echegoyen, Ph. D.
Global Education & Exchanges Manager
Office of International Activities
American Chemical Society

Requirements:
• One semester or summer of prior research experience
• GPA of at least 3.25
• Enrolled full-time in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical
engineering, or materials science
• Rising junior or rising senior at the end of the program
• U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residency

Benefits:
• Sharpen research skills
• Develop global scientific perspective & establish
international collaborations
• Gain exposure to a different culture & language
• Participate in research projects of high current interest and
potential for publication

Program Overview:
• 10 summer weeks
• Competitive - limited number of scholarships available
• Generous award - up to $5,800 for air travel, living
expenses, insurance, pre-departure orientation, language
instruction, and presenting at an ACS National meeting