Are you an undergraduate interested in research in chemistry or chemical biology? If so, please consider joining us in summer 2026 for an exciting research experience at the University of Pittsburgh!
Program date: May 18 to July 24, 2026
In this NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program, you will join a cutting-edge research project in which you will do things like:
- Develop a new chemical reaction, possibly informed by machine learning techniques,
- Synthesize novel bioactive molecules and materials,
- Apply cutting-edge techniques in chemical biology to interrogate chemical events in live cells,
- Use sophisticated spectroscopic techniques to characterize polymers and biomacromolecules,
- Model chemical or biological processes using sophisticated computer simulations,
- And much more!
Along the way, you will:
- Receive a stipend of $6,000 for the 10-week program, free on-campus housing, reimbursements for travel, and meal support,
- Work with trained faculty and graduate student mentors to develop your research skills,
- Participate in professional development activities to help you prepare graduate school and NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (GRFP) applications,
- Participate in an engaging research community and experience what it is like to be a professional chemist, and
- Explore renowned cultural institutions and rich culinary traditions in Pittsburgh, PA!
We hope you will join us in Summer 2026! We expect to fund 9 positions in 2026. For more information, comments, questions, or concerns, please visit our website at reu.pitt.edu or email chemhelp@pitt.edu.
The deadline to apply is February 6th, 2026.