Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around finding sources of funding for undergraduate summer research positions, specifically in the context of working with a post-doctoral researcher. Participants explore various avenues for securing fellowships or grants to support this work.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
- Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant shares their experience of securing a summer research position with a post-doc but expresses concern about the lack of funding.
- Another participant requests suggestions from members regarding potential funding sources.
- A participant notes that finding funding often depends on the country of study or origin.
- A participant from the US specifies their location and context for seeking funding.
- One suggestion is to search the Academic Guidance forum for terms like "REU" and "internship" as potential funding sources.
- Another participant recommends contacting the university's department office for possible departmental or university funds that may be available on short notice.
- There is a mention of formal state or national programs that might exist, but concerns are raised about missed application deadlines.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the need for funding sources but express differing views on where to find them and the relevance of geographical context. The discussion remains unresolved regarding specific funding opportunities.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include the dependence on geographical context for funding availability and the uncertainty regarding application deadlines for formal programs.
Who May Find This Useful
Undergraduate students seeking summer research funding, particularly those working with post-doctoral researchers or in similar academic settings.