Frequently Asked Question


What is the REU Program?
Is this a paid research training program?
Who is eligible to apply?
What do I need in order to apply?
How do I apply for the REU program?
When must I apply?
What projects are available to work on?
 
 
What is the REU program?
The Delaware State University Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program in Molecular Genetics & Genomics will be held from June 1st - July 30th 2009.
Students will work with mentors from DSU, Delaware Technical & Community College (DTCC) and Wesley College in a 9-week multidisciplinary summer research program.
Students will be provided stipends, meals, housing, and funds for travel to and from the lab.
 
 
Is this a paid research training program?
Yes. Students receive a stipend of $3819 for the nine-week duration of the program. Additionally, housing and meals are also provided.
 
 
Who is eligible to apply?
Students who are entering the sophomore, junior, or senior years are eligible.  Freshmen with exceptional track records will also be considered.
 
 
What do I need in order to apply?
Applicants must submit the following application material:
1) Completed application form;
2) Academic transcript(s);
3) A brief 1-page essay on research interests, previous experience/training (if any),  and how participation in the REU Program will contribute to the student's academic and professional development;
4) Two letters of recommendation from faculty members.
5) Resume with current and accurate contact information.
 
 
How do I apply for the REU program?
Send the above completed application material to:
 
Dr. Venu (Kal) Kalavacharla,
DSU-REU Site Program Director
Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources
1200 N DuPont Hwy
Dover , DE 19901
 
 
When must I apply?
We are currently accepting applications.  The application deadline is February 28th 2009.
You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete.
 
 
What projects are available to work on?
 
 
Research Mentor-Dr. Leonard Davis (Molecular Biology)
RNA interference (RNAi) for targeted gene knock-out in vertebrates.
 
Research Mentor-Dr. Harbinder Dhillon (Molecular Biology)
Molecular mechanisms governing olfactory cues in fruit-fly courtship.
 
Research Mentor-Dr. Vincent Fondong (Molecular Biology)
Plant molecular virology.
 
Research Mentor-Dr. Melissa Harrington (Neurobiology)
Multielectrode physiology with invertebrate model systems.
 
Research Mentor-Dr. Venu (Kal) Kalavacharla (Plant Biology)
Molecular genetics of disease resistance in plants
 
Research Mentor-Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay (Fisheries/Aquatic Sciences)
Determination of nitrate reductase (NR) activity in mixed harmful algal populations using molecular biology.
 
Research Mentor-Dr. Chandran R. Sabanayagam (Biophysics)
Bioimaging