summer science research program at rockefeller university

KnightConnect

Create an Account or Login

Register or login here.

Please use your school's email address. All other emails are not allowed to view the resources.

Remember Me Forgot Password?

Recover Password

Lost your password? Please enter your email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.

Get New Password

• Skip to main navigation
• Skip to main content

College Center for Research and Fellowships

• Our Students, Their Stories
• Undergraduate Research
• National Fellowships
• Collegiate Honors & Scholars
• CCRF Seminars: The Common Year
• CCRF General Resources for Students
• CCRF Resources for Faculty & Staff
• Connect with Us

Search form

Rockefeller university summer undergraduate research fellowship, opportunity description:.

The  Rockefeller University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)  program provides a unique opportunity for undergraduates to conduct laboratory research. SURF students work with leading scientists in a broad range of areas including biochemistry; structural biology and chemistry; molecular, cell and developmental biology; immunology; virology and microbiology; neuroscience; physics; and mathematical biology.

College sophomores and juniors are eligible to spend 10 weeks during the summer in a Rockefeller University laboratory. The program begins in early June and ends in mid-August.  Placement in laboratories is centralized through the Dean’s Office. Students are matched with laboratories according to their stated research interests, and work on projects under the direct supervision of faculty, postdoctoral fellows and/or senior graduate students.

Each year, students are chosen from a wide variety of applicants with diverse scientific backgrounds and training. Annually, more than 700 students apply for admission into the SURF Program and approximately 25 are accepted. International students are eligible to apply.

In order to fully experience the world of scientific research, SURF students are required to present and discuss scientific publications at weekly Journal Club meetings. This exposure allows participants to familiarize themselves with speaking to a scientific audience. SURF students also attend a special lecture series where Rockefeller faculty discuss their research and the evolution of their scientific interests. At the end of the program, SURF students will present their research results to fellow students and mentors at a poster session.

SURF students receive a stipend of $6,000.00. Free housing will be provided for students who cannot commute. Campus facilities include a tennis court, a recently renovated gym and adjacent east west esplanade for jogging, running, walking, or roller blading. SURF students are encouraged to attend social and cultural events occurring both on and off campus. Organized outings for SURF students have included trips to see a Broadway show and professional baseball game.

Application Process: 

Prior to starting the application process, please read the  FAQ  page to assist you with using the OAS. The next step is to complete all of the required fields for each section of the application form. 

In addition to the online application form , all documents listed below must be submitted in order to complete your application ---

• A  two-page summary statement  describing the applicant's academic background, scientific interests, research experience (if any) and career goals. Applicants should discuss how they would benefit from the SURF Program. 
• An  official transcript  from each college or university you attended and listed in the Educational Information section of your application. You must scan and upload a copy of each official transcript as part of the online application. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. 
• Two letters of recommendation  preferably from professors or mentors who can evaluate the applicant based on performance in  current or completed research projects . (These letters are critical for our selection process).

Your application is considered complete once we have received the completed application form and the required documents listed above. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Please note that the deadline for receipt of application materials is February 1, 2022 .

If you have questions regarding your application or require assistance with the online application system, please contact the SURF Administrator at  [email protected] .

Application Deadline: 

Research opportunity details.

Rockefeller University

Rockedu science outreach.

RockEDU connects scientific and non-scientific communities to engage in the wonder of science as a justice-centered process that is integral to our humanity

At RockEDU, mentorships and relationships are central to scientific exploration

RockEDU Science Outreach represents the collective science engagement and research education efforts at The Rockefeller University. The RockEDU team works in collaboration with scientists, students, educators, and engagement professionals to produce programs and resources to promote science engagement. From skills-building workshops to mentorship training sessions, we approach our work by supporting humanity first, science second. 

From skill-building workshops to science-themed webinars and mentorship training sessions, we approach our work by supporting humanity first, science second.  Check out our research education programs for high school juniors and seniors ( LAB Jumpstart and SSRP ). Find our content at RockEDU Online and be on the lookout for Talking Science and Science Saturday announcements.

Data for the People (D4P)

• Summer Science Research Program (SSRP)
• LAB Jumpstart

Summer Neuroscience Program (SNP)

Talking science, science saturday, rockedu online  .

Opportunities for students

RockEDU is excited to continue our in-person programming for students. Applications for our mentored research skills building programs, LAB Jumpstart and SSRP, open in the fall. You can also check out our DIY-research resources, video series, blog, and more at RockEDU Online.

• RockEDU Online: DIY-research resources, video series, blog, and more

Opportunities for educators

RockEDU is here to serve you and your students. We have new DIY-research and D4P webinar resources coming to RockEDU Online

As always, you can find lots of resources for your classroom on RockEDU Online’s Learning Resources hub at rockedu.rockefeller.edu

• Check out our D4P webinars and resources
• Check out Learning Resources at RockEDU Online

Opportunities for the Rockefeller and Tri-I communities

RockEDU is committed to providing the members of the Rockefeller and Tri-I communities with the opportunity to develop their mentorship skills. Participating in any of our programs will allow you to work directly with the RockEDU team as they support and guide your development as a mentor. We encourage you to explore our range of currently available mentorship experiences.

• Collaborate with RockEDU BIOME
• Menu of Opportunities to Volunteer with RockEDU

Sign up for our newsletter

Join our mailing list and keep in touch about our various RockEDU programs and events!

• Sign Up Now

Student 2021

The Rockefeller University 1230 York Avenue, Box 53 New York, NY 10065-6399

Jeanne Garbarino, PhD Executive Director, RockEDU Science Outreach

Devon Collins, PhD Program Manager, Outreach and Engagement

Jen Bohn, PhD Program Manager, Research Education

Lizzie Krisch, MA Community Manager

Zahin Quayyum Community Coordinator

Douglas Heigl Program Officer

Email RockEDU Science Outreach here .

For information about the Summer Neuroscience Program , please e-mail [email protected] .

• RockEDU Online
• Incubator Blog

RockEDU News

When the city locked down, rockedu moved the lab bench to the kitchen table, new online resource brings science outreach to a broader audience, talking science event" aria-label="daniel kronauer discusses “the social lives of ants” at this year’s talking science event" > daniel kronauer discusses “the social lives of ants” at this year’s talking science event, rockefeller community symposium brings together scientists and local gardeners.

• View all news

LAB Jumpstart & SSRP Information Session (Zoom)

Drosophila mate choice" aria-label="strain variation as a window into the neural logic of drosophila mate choice" > strain variation as a window into the neural logic of drosophila mate choice, autoimmunity, immune tolerance checkpoints, and somatic mutations, the 31st annual henry kunkel society meeting, recall germinal center and antibody responses.

• View all upcoming events

Teaching/Mentorship

Science Outreach  Rockefeller University Organizations

RockEDU A collaborative and creative team of scientists, educators, and support staff that works at the intersection of basic science research and K-12 science education to create innovative and flexible science resources and programs that promote equitable access to and an appreciation for the scientific process, and are sustained through a culture of outreach within the scientific community.

Rockefeller Core Neuroscience Course This is a year long course for graduate students specializing in Neuroscience for their thesis research. It is taught by multiple faculty at the Rockefeller University, with topics ranging from brain circuits, molecular neurobiology, brain evolution, and disorders of the brain.

Science Saturday Science Saturday takes place in May and is a STEM festival for K–8 students and their families.

Talking Science Talking Science is designed to engage high school students and their teachers through interactive lectures and demonstrations in areas of current research being conducted at the University.

LAB Jumpstart RockEDU’s LAB Jumpstart program supports 16 high school students attending school in NYC school in a combined after-school and summer research experience.

LAB Backstage A virtual “backstage pass” to the scientific enterprise, through the lens of the human experience. Middle and high school student groups, up to 40 students, will be connected to a member of the Rockefeller scientific community for a <1 hour zoom conversation about how a specific aspect of science is used in their work or life, or both.

LAB Experience program An immersive science research experience developed specifically for middle and high school classes (25-38 students). These full-day field trips take place in the RockEDU Science Outreach Laboratory at The Rockefeller University.

Summer Neuroscience Program The Summer Neuroscience Program (SNP) at The Rockefeller University is a two-week course aimed at introducing talented NYC public high school students to the brain. Led by graduate students, the program takes a look at the most current research in neuroscience in an effort to understand how our brain works and how it relates to our daily life.

Summer Science Research Program The Rockefeller University's Summer Science Research Program (SSRP) is designed to offer intellectually curious, highly motivated high school students with a strong aptitude in the life or physical sciences a total-immersion experience in laboratory research. Students are matched to a lab according to their stated field of interest and are individually mentored by graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, or lab heads. These mentors volunteer to design and supervise individualized summer projects for their students.  

Rockefeller University

Online application system for the summer science research program --> summer science research program the deadline for submitting applications to the summer science research program has now passed and applications are no longer being accepted. please check back with us next year for information regarding upcoming application submissions. links.

• Register for an account
• Forgot Password?
• Frequently Asked Questions

Zheng selected for Rockefeller University research program

MMI Preparatory School sophomore Jessica Zheng was selected to participate in The Rockefeller University Summer Science Research Program, which will be held virtually from June 28 to Aug. 5.

Zheng, who is the daughter of Hongzhi and De Zheng of Jim Thorpe, was one of 100 students who advanced to the final round of judging and one of approximately 60 to be selected for the program. Final applications were screened by a committee of Rockefeller Heads of Lab, postdocs and graduate students.

The Summer Science Research Program is designed to give high school students ages 16 and older a mentored biomedical research experience. Students will spend approximately 20 hours each week engaging in virtual events and home-based science projects that promote a deeper understanding of biomedical research and its relationship with society.

The students will attend core sessions throughout the week that will show diverse ways of approaching science experiments, with a focus on the styles of scientific reasoning, and integrate important social, political, and economic discussions related to science.

Additionally, groups of 10-12 students will receive an assigned research track and be mentored through the process by a team of scientists who are actively conducting research at The Rockefeller University. In addition to mentorship from the scientists, the students will be guided with their projects through a combination of lectures and skills-building activities. The group research projects help students learn the foundations and experimental techniques that are necessary to carry out their own research project.

Homeless man found dead in Lansford woods

Fatal crash reported on rt. 145, body found in lansford, two homes damaged by fire in nesquehoning, dump truck driver killed in rt. 145 crash.

• About RockEDU Online

RockEDU Online For Students

Welcome to RockEDU Online! We have prepared these materials holding the belief that anyone can engage with science in meaningful ways. We encourage you to explore this site knowing that it was made for you! If you have any questions or want to learn about a particular topic in greater detail, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Below are segments of this site that may be of particular interest to you:

Are you science-curious? Check out The Incubator Blog to read stories from practicing scientists, trained scientists now in other fields, and all kinds of things we like to think about here at RockEDU. You can even get to know some scientists through our Scientists of New York series.

Interested in writing for our blog? Get in touch (see the contact info at the right) and we’d love to hear what you have to say.

Want to try your hand at research? Check back soon for more information on our Corner Store Experiments initiative that will provide you (and supportive adults, like your teacher or parent) with useful information for conducting authentic research experiments. A few tips for now:

• no experiment ever works best the first time (so try, refine, and try again…and again…and again…)
• be thoughtful about what you’re trying to study — why ask this particular question? what do you hope to learn? what will it show you if you’re wrong?
• be rigorous, whether right or wrong, don’t accept one data point or even one experimental trial to be enough to convince you of something

Want to do research with us in NYC? Look into the requirements for our LAB Jumpstart program for local NYC students or the SSRP (Summer Science Research Program), a competitive summer research experience. Check out all of our NYC-based programs for students here.

• D4P: People and Medicine
• D4P: Social Behavior
• Fruit Fly Behavior
• Everyday Emulsions
• What is a Virus, Anyway?
• Fermentation of Foodstuffs
• Learn about the Styles of Scientific Reasoning
• RockEDU Mentorship Handbook
• Continued Learning for Mentors
• Guide to LGBTQIA+ Allyship for Mentors
• In-Reach Infrastructure
• Perspectives
• Student Spotlight
• BIOME Blurbs
• Call for Contributions
• About The Incubator
• For Teachers
• For Students
• For Scientists
• For Outreach Professionals
• Our Online Resources
• Partners and Funders for RockEDU Online
• Our Programs in NYC
• Who are we?

Update your browser to view this website correctly. Update my browser now

• Learning Mall
• Undergraduate
• Short, Summer Courses
• Executive Education & Professional Development
• International Mobility
• Why study at XJTLU
• Chinese Mainland
• Entry Requirements
• How to Apply
• Fees & Scholarship
• China's Hong Kong, Macao, & Taiwan
• International
• Programme Fees
• Postgraduate Research Scholarships
• Visa Information for International Students
• Pre-Arrival Information for International Students
• Key Research Areas
• Research Strategies
• Research Innovation Ecosystem
• Research Publications
• Research Projects
• Centres, Labs, Institutes and Schools
• Academy of Film and Creative Technology
• Academy of Future Education
• XJTLU-JITRI Academy of Industrial Technology
• XJTLU Wisdom Lake Academy of Pharmacy
• School of Advanced Technology
• Design School
• School of Humanities and Social Sciences
• International Business School Suzhou
• School of Languages
• School of Mathematics and Physics
• School of Science
• Chinese Cultural Teaching Centre
• Physical Education Centre
• School of AI and Advanced Computing
• School of CHIPS
• School of Cultural Technology
• Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub
• School of Intelligent Finance and Business
• School of Intelligent Manufacturing Ecosystem
• School of Internet of Things
• School of Robotics
• HeXie Academy
• Digital Transformation Research Centre
• Industrial Software Ecosystem Research Centre
• Strategic Issues of Industrial Innovation & Development Research Centre
• Test Centres
• Health & Wellbeing
• Sports and Club Activities
• Accommodation
• Life in Suzhou
• Vision and Mission
• Partnership
• Higher Education in China
• Associate Vice Presidents & Deans
• Previous Senior Staff
• Jobs & Careers
• Policies & Regulations
• Professional Services
• Meta Education
• Brand Resources
• Publications

Fourth MEGA International Creative Media Festival seeks submissions

March 14, 2024

Choosing a degree programme? Follow your interests to find the right path

March 15, 2024

Quick Links

• Undergraduate Programmes

UG Summer Research Mobility Program with Taylors' University

April 09, 2024

Dear SCI Year 2 and Year 3 undergraduate students,

We hope you are doing well and enjoying your semester!

Our School of Science (SCI) is pleased to announce the launch of our XJTLU UG Student Summer Research Mobility Program with our partner, Taylors’ University (TU) in Malaysia .

About Taylor's University

• Respected as a pioneering and leading private higher education institution in Malaysia since 1969.

• It is #1 ranked and largest private university in Malaysia.

• It is ranked #284 in the QS World University Rankings 2023 (up 300+ since 2019) and is Top 50 in the QS Asia University Ranking 2023 .

• In Malaysia, it is rated ' Tier 5: Excellent' SETARA Ranking , which is the official higher education ratings agency recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.

• Taylor's introduced a new learning framework called Taylor's Curriculum Framework (TCF) , which gives students the flexibility to blend their primary majors with other subjects that enable them to harness skills that are useful in the working environment.

• More information: https://university.taylors.edu.my/en.html

Description

This program is designed to provide a highly selective and competitive, small group of our SCI Year 2 and Year 3 undergraduate students an exceptional experience to participate in five outstanding research mobility opportunities at Taylors’ University (Malaysia), this upcoming summer from 21 July to 31 Aug 2024 (6 weeks). It serves as part of our strong international partnership with Taylor's University.

Summer Research Mobility Program

Project details can be found in the photos below. Both Wet and Dry Lab projects are available to be selected.

Inbound Mobility period for students studying at TU

July, 21st to Aug, 31st 2024 (6 weeks)

Number of Students to be hosted in TU

Eligibility.

SCI Year 2 and Year 3 undergraduate students majored in Biological Science and Bioinformatics, who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and are strongly interested in the proposed research project(s) are eligible to apply. However, due to the potential time conflicts, "2+2" program students need to carefully consider the timelines before applying.

Application process and deadline

Please submit your CV together with your Cover Letter/Letter of Interest as it relates to your selected research project(s) to [email protected] by 11:59 pm April 11th, 2024 .

Selection processes

The selection process will be conducted immediately by the program committee, and the selection results will be announced by April 15th, 2024 .

Visa and Accommodation

Taylors’ University global office will help apply for the visa and arrange accommodations nearby the university for the highly selected SCI students during the Summer Research Mobility Program period. Estimated cost per student are as follows: Visa cost 153 RMB; twin sharing room 1530 RMB/month. Estimated cost per student is approximately 2,448 RMB (6 weeks).

Contact and Support

For enquires about the program, please contact Dr. Weiwei Dai by email ( [email protected] ) or by phone/WeChat 18862120238.

We are pleased to provide this exceptional research opportunity to our SCI UG students and look forward to your competitive applications!

If you have any questions or require assistance, please kindly contact Dr. Weiwei Dai (contact information is provide above).

Material provided: Professor John Moraros and Dr Weiwei Dai

Illinois Global Institute

Russian, East European, and Eurasian Center

• Undergraduate Programs
• Graduate Programs
• Fall 2024 Courses with Russia, East Europe, and Eurasian Content
• Current Courses
• Area Studies Courses Catalog
• FLAS Fellowships
• Language Courses Catalog
• Courses in the REES Rubric
• Funding Opportunities
• Study Abroad
• Administration & Staff
• Student Staff
• Executive Committee
• Faculty Affiliates
• REEES Students
• FLAS Fellows
• Regional Affiliates & Research Associates
• Visiting Scholars
• REEEC Events Calendar
• Public Lecture Series
• Conferences and Workshops
• Events Archive
• K-12 and Community Outreach
• Open Research Laboratory
• Summer Research Laboratory
• For Students
• For Faculty
• For Researchers
• Professional and Employment Opportunities
• Education and Humanitarian Resources on Nagorno-Karabakh
• Russia's War on Ukraine: Educational and Humanitarian Resources
• Multimedia Library
• Get Involved
• Mission and History
• REEEC at Illinois

Donna Buchanan Named to Participate in 2024 Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe

Prof. Buchanan  is one of fifteen talented scholars from Eastern Europe and North America convening for a two-week residency hosted by the American University in Bulgaria

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is proud to announce that Donna A. Buchanan will participate in the 2024  Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe (SISECSE),  convened by the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) and the Centre for Advanced Study Sofia (CAS).

Buchanan is one of  fifteen talented scholars  from Eastern Europe and North America convening for a two-week residency hosted by the American University in Bulgaria from June 13-29, 2024 in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. SISECSE will provide the scholars with dedicated time for their own research and writing in a collaborative and interdisciplinary setting. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to participate in small group writing workshops and a series of discussions on the topic “The Humanities and Interpretive Social Sciences in a Time of Emergency, or Thinking Urgently,” exploring how humanistic scholars and scholarship can foster resilience, empathy, and collective action.

Buchanan’s project involves the completion of a book, The Girl in the Bell: Cosmologies Ensounded in Bulgaria. Her research explores how the gendered “voices” of pastoral (herding) and ritual (church and mumming) bells make audible current beliefs about nature, the universe, spirituality, and heritage. The project documents how these bells are made, conceptualized, and played; how they are heard and valued; and, their gendered associations and role in devotional and musical practice. Buchanan’s analysis elucidates key facets of Bulgaria’s ongoing spiritual revival, namely music’s capacity to effect national-sacred power in postsocialist states.

“ACLS is excited to continue our successful partnership with the Centre for Advanced Study Sofia and convene leading scholars of East Central and Southeastern Europe in Bulgaria,” said Deena Ragavan, ACLS Director of International Programs. “The Summer Institute provides a vital opportunity for scholars to advance their own projects, as well as benefit from the perspectives of their fellow participants representing a diversity of institutions, geographic areas, and fields of study in the humanities.”

Now in its second year, the Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe is made possible by a generous donation from Carl and Betty Pforzheimer. The program builds on a  long history  of ACLS support for humanistic scholars and scholarship in Eastern Europe including the  ACLS Humanities Program in Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine (1999-2010).

Data Science Institute

Ai summer 2024.

AI Summer 2024: Generative AI and AI-Assisted Programming

Date: May 6, 2024 – May 31, 2024

Location: Virtual via Zoom

Program Overview

Join us for AI Summer 2024, a free, month-long workshop dedicated to exploring the world of AI models and programming. Open to researchers, students, and the broader Vanderbilt community, this workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to:

• AI model fundamentals and prompt engineering
• AI-assisted programming for AI applications
• Training and fine-tuning AI models

Workshop Structure

All sessions will be conducted remotely via Zoom, ensuring access to a wider audience. Our agenda includes:

• Week 1: Introduction to AI models and prompt engineering.
• Week 2: AI-assisted programming for AI applications.
• Weeks 3 & 4: Training and fine-tuning AI models.

Participation Priority

While the workshop is free, spaces are limited. Priority will be given to:

• Researchers with a specific research goal and preliminary data.
• Students interested in joining research projects.
• Anyone with an interest in deep learning and AI.

Interested but lack Python experience? Consider joining our pre-workshop training. For details, contact Jesse Spencer-Smith .

Resources and Recordings

Recordings and resources will be made available on our YouTube channel , ensuring that those unable to attend can still benefit from the workshop.

Interested?

For more information or to apply for the workshop, visit our registration page or reach out for a discussion on potential projects at Research Consultation .

Register Now

Your Vanderbilt

• Current Students
• Faculty & Staff
• International Students
• Parents & Family
• Prospective Students
• Researchers
• Sports Fans
• Visitors & Neighbors

Quick Links

• PeopleFinder