2009 Undergraduate Summer Research Program in

	at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville (Supported by the National Science Foundation)

Program Dates: May 17–July 24, 2009

Students will perform frontier research in optics, quantum and nonlinear optics, and in relevant areas of materials science, biophysics, and nanoscience:

Experimental and Theoretical Projects Nonlinear and Quantum Optics Optical Properties of Nanoparticles (see picture) Optical Properties of Materials at High Pressure Electronic Properties of Complex Oxide Nano-structures Multiple Quantum Well Structures Optical Methods for Biophysics (Click here for Project Descriptions)

Additional activities include: Planned social events, a float down the Buffalo National River, a field trip to the Dallas area, and seminars on ethics, use of a research library, and technical writing and presentations.

Stipend: $4400, plus: Room and Board Allowance sufficient to cover a dormitory and meal plan, Travel Support is available, and Dallas Road Trip: July 10 -13 to high-tech industrial labs, with second day at Six Flags. Eligibility: Physics Majors or those in a fields related to Optics and Materials Science.

To Apply:

• Electronically: Click here for online application forms, OR
• Contact: Professor William 'Lin' Oliver at:

    Department of Physics                         Phone: (479) 575-6571
    University of Arkansas                        Fax:  (479) 575-4580 
    Fayetteville, AR 72701                        E-mail:physicsREU@physics.uark.edu                                
  

Deadline for all application materials: March 2, 2009

We will also consider applications received after March 2 if any positions remain open.