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Take chances, experiment, discover something new.

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering has received the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The program offers opportunities for undergraduate students to engage in materials science research early in their undergraduate careers regardless of their majors.

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Benefits of choosing our program

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Meet our research team

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Projects we offer

Multifunctional Materials

Welcome to Multifunctional Materials, a National Science Foundation-Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. Here you can learn about our team, projects and how to apply.

Program Dates: May 27 – Aug. 1, 2025
Application review begins on March 1, 2025 and decision notifications are on a rolling basis.
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