Nevada Undergraduate Research Symposium (NURS-08)
Reno, Nevada
April 16 and 17, 2008
Objective: Conducting research as an undergraduate student is an enriching experience that helps prepare the student to successfully enter and adapt to the society upon graduation. Exposure to research is also one of the most effective means to motivate students and stimulate interest in graduate education. The purpose of this conference is to provide a forum for undergraduate researchers in all institutions of higher education in Nevada to share the results of their research with fellow students, faculty, and others interested in higher education in Nevada. The conference will include oral and poster presentations. The conference proceedings will include a book of the abstract of the papers and a CD/ROM containing the accepted articles.
Venue: Harry Reid Engineering Laboratory Center, University of Nevada, Reno.
Background: In August 2005 the National Science Foundation (NSF) through the EPSCoR (Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) funded a $13.5M grant (including $4.5M match from the State of Nevada) to improve the research infrastructure in Nevada. The project is directed by G. Dana, the undergraduate research component, led by M. Saiidi and J. Farley, includes funds to hold an annual undergraduate research conference.
Sponsors: NSF-EPSCoR, State of Nevada, Office of Undergraduate Research, UNR
Key dates:
- March 31: Registrations, One-page abstracts, and four-page papers due
- April 16-17: Conference
Conference registration fees: $50 for students; $100 for faculty. The registration fee Includes a copy of the proceedings, refreshments, lunches on both days of the conference, and a banquet on April 16.
Conference chairs: M. Saiidi, Director, Office of Undergraduate Research, UNR; J. Farley, Director, Center for Mathematics and Science Education, UNLV
Contact: Email: ugresearch@unr.edu ; Phone: 775/784-8226