Research for undergraduates during the summer?

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Undergraduate students studying physics, particularly in medical physics, face challenges in finding summer research internships in the EU, similar to the US REU program. Many available internships are restricted to US citizens or permanent residents. Students are encouraged to reach out to professors at their own universities for potential research opportunities, as this approach can yield valuable experience and connections. Attaching a CV and a reference contact is recommended when applying for these positions.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of undergraduate research programs, specifically REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates)
  • Familiarity with nanotechnology and its applications in medicine
  • Basic knowledge of academic networking and outreach strategies
  • Ability to prepare a professional CV and reference list
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  • Research EU-based undergraduate research programs in physics and nanotechnology
  • Learn how to effectively network with professors and academic professionals
  • Explore opportunities for summer internships in medical physics across European universities
  • Develop a strong CV tailored for research applications in the scientific field
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Undergraduate students in physics, particularly those interested in medical physics and nanotechnology, as well as academic advisors and faculty seeking to guide students in securing research internships.

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Research for undergraduates during the summer??

I am studying physics with medical physics in the UK and for the last 3 months I am looking for summer research internships for undergraduates but all I found are in the US and all of them ask for US citizens or permanent residence.(most of them are part of the REU program)
Is there anything similar for EU citizens in the EU?
I am particularly interested in nanotech and physics related to medicine.

PS. Is it better for a fresher to spent the first summer studying alone or working on a research project?
 
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Being from the states, I don't know about research internships in the EU, but you may want to see if a professor at your own university needs some help with a project. I'm sure there has to be some professor in your department at your university who needs an extra hand with something.
 
I always just emailed the professors of the labs I was interested in.
Attach a CV and a reference contact (if you have any).
This works in the hole EU area, too.
 

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