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Multi-Mentor Research Experiences for Undergraduates

MONET's Multi-Mentor Research for Undergraduates program connects students with collaborative research projects across multiple institutions and labs. This distributed model allows undergraduate students to engage in polymer chemistry research regardless of their home institution's resources.

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The program welcomes domestic and international students enrolled in accredited Bachelor's degree programs. Projects typically take place during the summer months.

 

Through an equitable selection process that anonymizes applications, MONET evaluates candidates based on their interests and potential rather than institutional affiliations or traditional metrics.

 

The program has achieved remarkable success in broadening participation in polymer chemistry research, with 70% of participants from underrepresented backgrounds and 90% from small research or no-research institutions.

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Eligibility:

  • Enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's Degree Program.

  • Domestic and International students are encouraged to apply.

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Deadline:

Applications to participate in MONET's 2025 Undergraduate Research Experience Program are due Monday, February 10, 2025.

FAQs

How can I make my application competitive:

Click here for a comprehensive resource to improving your URE Applications recorded for you by several directors of Undergraduate Research Programs and the students of George Mason University's Chapter of NOBCChE (National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers).

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What projects are available?
Click here for a complete listing of this year's participating institutions, labs, and mentors.

Note: Projects are designed to occur over the summer. Start and end dates are negotiable.
 
Where can I apply?

 Click here to apply!

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What's required to apply?

  • The basics - your contact information, university, major, GPA, transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted).

  • Prior experiences in research and teaching (none are required to participate). 

  • A 2,000-character personal statement (specifics provided in the application).

Letters of recommendation are not required to apply.

How will applications be evaluated?
​Our objective is to broaden participation in polymer chemistry research for undergraduate students. Students who would otherwise be denied these opportunities due to status, nationality, or systemic norms will be given priority. As such, the Investigators will receive a version of your application that does not include your name, institution, GPA, transcripts, or other identifying details. They will choose applicants to interview based on their major, projects of interest, and personal statement. 
Tip: Ensure the first few lines of your statement are attention-grabbing! 

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