Applications for Summer 2025 are now open.
The 8-week summer REU program for undergraduate students hosted by Hampton University is centered around the broad theme “Measurement and Analysis of Atmospheric Properties.” REU students will work with mentors from the Department of Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences, with support from its associated research center, the Center for Atmospheric Sciences.
Research themes include (but are not limited to):
- Radar and lidar observations of precipitation and wind
- Utilizing radar and lidar observations in numerical forecasting
- Analyzing satellite remote sensing data for atmospheric properties, dynamics, and chemistry
- Collecting ground-based measurements of aerosols and atmospheric chemistry for air quality forecasting
- Developing models of severe weather
- Developing models to help plan future satellite missions
- Using Machine Learning techniques to forecast water levels in the Chesapeake Bay
Students will participate in the collection of atmospheric measurements from a variety of instruments, apply fundamental data analysis techniques, develop basic research skills (literature review, instrument calibration, data validation, model fitting, coding), and participate in a research team to develop collaboration skills (active listening, leadership, communication, delegation). The students will also receive professional development training including topics such as paper and proposal writing, peer review, and oral presentation skills. Field trips to regional NASA and NOAA research facilities included.
Applications for Summer 2025 are now open.
Dates
- Applications due: 2/23/2025
- Summer program start: 5/27/2025
- Summer program end: 7/18/2025
Location
Hampton University: A scenic waterfront campus bordered by historic Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown to the north, and the oceanfront resort community of Virginia Beach to the south.
Stipend and Accommodation
Students are provided a $4,800 stipend for the 8-week session, $600 for travel allowance and $1000 for conference travel. On-campus housing and meal-plan are included.
Eligibility:
Participants must be U.S. Citizens currently enrolled in a degree program with an expected graduation date after the completion of the program.