UM Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates Program
The program aims to provide educational science research opportunities at the University of Mississippi to undergraduate students seeking research experiences and considering a career in research or academia.
The program allows students to learn about cutting-edge STEM-related topics,
develop presentation and communication skills, practice networking skills, and explore and develop their interest in cutting-edge STEM-related research. In addition, the program aims to educate students beyond lab specifics and nurture students for successful careers in STEM, graduate, and/or professional programs.
The deadline to apply is March 2, 2025.
More information about our program!
All undergraduate students at 2-year community colleges or 4-year colleges/universities. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Research shows that diverse teams working together and capitalizing on innovative ideas and distinct perspectives outperform homogenous teams.
Applications from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged. These groups include but are not limited to Black/African Americans, Latinos/Hispanics, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, Filipinos, Vietnamese, those with disabilities, first-generation college students, those from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds, and those underrepresented based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
There are limited slots available that will also provide the following allowances. Not all students will qualify for the allowances.
*Travel allowance – $200 to offset the cost of travel to/from Oxford, MS
Housing allowance – Housing will be provided and paid for on-campus in a Temporary Hall double room. If the student forgoes the on-campus housing, they will be provided a $1,500 allowance but will be required to provide their own housing.
*University of Mississippi students do not qualify for the travel allowance because they currently live in Oxford.
Sponsoring Department of BioMolecular Sciences Faculty
Joshua Bloomekatz
- Associate Professor of Biology
Paul Boudreau
- Assistant Professor of Pharmacognosy and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
David Colby
- Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Director of Online Graduate Programs for BioMolecular Sciences
Jing Li
- Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Vitor Pomin
- Associate Professor of Pharmacognosy and Research Associate Professor in the Research Institute Pharmaceutical Sciences
Gregg Roman
- Professor of Pharmacology in Biomolecular Sciences and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Courtney Roper
- Assistant Professor of Environmental Toxicology and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Joshua Sharp
- Associate Professor of Pharmacology, Research Associate Professor in Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry and Acting Associate Dean for Research
James Stewart
- Associate Professor of Pharmacology and Research Associate Professor in the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Kristine Willett
- Chair and Professor of Pharmacology & Environmental Toxicology in BioMolecular Sciences and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Joshua Zhu
- Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences