Description
University of Idaho’s Moscow campus will be hosting its second year of “Elements of Sustainability” in Summer 2026. This research experience for undergraduates (REU) site will utilize University of Idaho’s multidisciplinary consortium of scientists and engineers with research projects emphasizing environmental impact, sustainability, longevity, reuse and valorization, all central to chemistry. Students will explore a variety of sustainable chemistry and engineering disciplines for 10 weeks and present their research in a state-wide research conference with peers from multiple colleges and universities across Idaho.
In addition to research experience, participants will engage in life cycle assessments and techno-economic analyses of their projects as well as weekly meetings for professional development.
Requirements
- This REU site is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least their first year of college, will not graduate before the program starts and who have interest in sustainability and the research of faculty mentors involved in the program (see website).
- Preferred candidates will have a persuasive personal statement, good GPA and major in a STEM-focused degree.
- Participating students from non-research focused regional community colleges and 4-year institutions may receive preference, but we accept applicants from across the nation.
- Since this program is federally funded, participants must be US citizens.
- This REU site welcomes all candidates.
- Program Dates: May 25th - July 31, 2026.
- Applications will be accepted until February 1, 2026 but review will begin immediately.
- $7,000 stipend plus housing and a food allowance.
