A Summer Research Experience at Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest: Investigating and Communicating Change in Ecosystems
Plymouth State University, in cooperation with the Hubbard Brook Research Foundation, scientists of the Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study, and the U.S. Forest Service, offers a unique undergraduate summer research experience based at the Hubbard Brook Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) site in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The program emphasizes the societal relevance of ecology and ecosystem science through both a research mentorship and an outreach partnership with an organization engaged in communicating ecosystem information to broad audiences.
The Hubbard Brook Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) is designed to appeal to students interested in both ecosystem research and, importantly, the interpretation and communication of science to society in general. Students interested in using science to address environmental issues, as well as those pursuing careers in resource management, teaching, and applied environmental science will find the program to be rewarding and challenging.
For the summer of 2012, we are not yet taking applications. We have applied to the National Science Foundation for funding for the program and are waiting to hear the outcome of our proposal. With NSF funding, we anticipate having 8-10 students each summer for the next five years. The program will be similar to previous years. Please check back soon for more information.
Information from previous years:
- 2011 Program Overview
- Application Information
- 2009 Hubbard Brook REU blog
- Presentation About Hubbard Brook REU
- 2009 Hubbard Brook REU Press Release
- 2009 Research Conference Program
- 2008 Research Conference Program
Funding for this program is provided by the Hubbard Brook Consortium. In previous years, funding has also been provided by the Divisions of Earth Sciences and Biological Infrastructure of the National Science Foundation.
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