Subject: Summer Undergraduate Research in Physiology (SURP) program to
Promote Diversity of Future Scientists

Description:
The SURP program provides undergraduate students with experience in
biomedical research under the direct mentorship of University of Michigan
Medical School faculty.  The program is funded by a NIH R25 grant in
collaboration with other existing programs at the University of Michigan.
During the 12-week program, students work closely with faculty mentors on
projects related to the mission of National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
(NHLBI) and will attend a weekly Physiology Seminar Series.

Students from underrepresented groups and those from economically
disadvantaged backgrounds who are interested in ultimately pursuing research
at the Ph.D. level in graduate school are encouraged to apply.

The SURP program provides a stipend ($4200), housing assistance ($1000),
travel assistance (up to $500), and research supply fund ($1000).

The program for 2017 starts on May 30, and ends on August 18.

Research

SURP offers summer experience with investigators involved in the following
areas of research:
- Cardiovascular biology;
- Cerebrovascular biology and    Pulmonary sciences;
- Circadian rhythms and sleep sciences.

The summer program provides students with an academic experience similar to
that of an entry-level graduate student.  Interns will gain basic knowledge
in modern physiology, hands-on laboratory research experiences, and practical
skills in preparing scientific abstracts, posters, and oral presentations.


Admission Requirements

Undergraduate students who have completed 1-3 years of college by the time of
their internship are qualified to apply.  Students who have successfully
completed SURP program in previous years are encouraged to apply, provided
that their mentors agree to accept them into their labs again.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents with minimum overall
GPA of 3.0.   Letters of support are required.

Students from racial and ethnic minority groups or low-income family
backgrounds or who are first-generation college students are especially
encouraged to apply.


Application Process

Interested students must complete an online application.  The application is
due in February 1, 2017.  Details of the program can be found at:
https://sites.google.com/a/umich.edu/surp.


Contact

Heather MacFarland
7744 Medical Science Bldg II
1137 E. Catherine Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5622
(734) 647-9393 Phone
(734) 936-8813 Fax
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Contact Person: Heather MacFarland
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