This training program is supported by a ve-year grant from the National Science Foundation. Support covers both the Academic Year and the summer. As learning to teach is an important component of graduate education, trainees are expected to serve as teaching assistants for approximately three semesters. Funds for research supplies and travel are available. Minority members are particularly encouraged to apply.
Students take a lab course in Spring to become familiar with advanced instrumentation.
Annual career preparation day. Students work interactively with more than one advisor. Selected students will be invited for an interview in March, after which offer decisions will be made. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and postdoctoral fellows in the program number approximately 100 people.