Participants will gain laboratory research experience, participate in a seminar program designed especially for this program, and have the opportunity to join in informal social events.

Following selection, the applicant will choose an appropriate faculty research mentor through e-mail/telephone communication. The 2009 program will begin May 26 and end on July 31 (10-week program). Departures from this schedule can be considered in special circumstances. Participants are expected to devote their full time to the program during its duration. Each student participant will receive a stipend of $3,750 for the ten-week session. In addition, housing in University of Iowa dormitories will be provided (~$1,800 value). An additional award of up to $500 for travel to and from Iowa City will also be available.