Physics REU Site at The University of Oklahoma

University Of Oklahoma Norman Campus, Norman OK

Investigators

Abstract

The summer research program in Physics and Astronomy at the University of Oklahoma will be continued, providing undergraduates with an opportunity to participate in substantial scientific research in one of four areas: astrophysics, condensed matter, atomic and molecular physics or high energy physics. External students will be funded by the REU site grant, and additional OU students will be funded by the University each year. The goal of the program is to encourage and prepare students to seek further educational and career opportunities in physics and astronomy. External students will be recruited nationally with emphasis on underrepresented groups and participants who otherwise lack opportunities for research experience. They will be matched with individual research mentors in their stated area of interest. Students will present their results at regional SPS and APS conferences. The program will build upon the previous success in introducing students of diverse backgrounds to modern research in an engaging setting.