NSF REU Site in Sensing and Smart Systems
Florida Atlantic University's Institute for Sensing and Embedded Network Systems Engineering (I-SENSE) hosts an intensive summer research program in sensing and smart systems for talented undergraduate students across the country.
Closely related to the Internet of Things, smart systems represent an emerging class of distributed systems that provide real-time awareness of conditions, trends, and patterns to support improved decision-making, and often, automation. The on-campus research will focus on I-SENSE's three main program areas: Infrastructure Systems, Marine and Environment and Health and Behavior.
YOUR FLORIDA EXPERIENCE
- This paid, nine-week program focuses on training, mentoring, research and an overall experience for students that prepares them for graduate studies or careers in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) disciplines.
- Participants will typically work from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, with one hour for lunch.
- Undergraduate researchers are paid $600 along with a $130 meal allowance, per week.
- Participants will be housed in apartment-style dormitories on FAU's Boca Raton, just three miles from the beach.
- Those working in the Marine and Environment area will spend a portion of their time each week on FAU's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute campus.
2021 PROJECTS
There are 5 research projects planned for this summer. See which projects you're interested in.
Infrastructure Systems: Mobility Sensing and Analytics for Smart Cities
Led by Jason O. Hallstrom, Ph.D. and Dr. Zhai
Infrastructure Systems: Smart and Resilient Energy Systems
Led by Yufei Tang, Ph.D.
Marine and Environment: Cognitive Wireless Radios for Maritime Robotics
Led by Georgios Sklivanitis, Ph.D.
Health and Behavior: Soft Sensors and Actuators for Wearables to Assist People with Disabilities
Led by Erik Engeberg, Ph.D.
Health and Behavior: Wearable Sensors and Data Analytics for Therapeutic Management
Led by Behnaz Ghoraani, Ph.D.
2020 PROJECTS
2019 PROJECTS
2018 PROJECTS
2017 PROJECTS
HOW TO APPLY
Complete this online application and
and submit the following information to Andrea Gonzalez.
- One-page statement of interest that describes your motivations, expectations and long-term objectives.
- Two letters of recommendation from faculty members.
- A rank-ordered list of research projects that you are most interested in.
IMPORTANT DATES
Application Deadline: March 5, 2021
First Round Notification Date: March 19, 2021
Start Date: June 7, 2021
End Date: August 6, 2021
ELIGIBILITY
- Undergraduate students majoring in science or engineering.
- U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.
- Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Selections will be based on a combination of research interests, academic qualifications, and faculty recommendations.
CONTACT
For additional information please contact Jason Hallstrom at (561) 297-4748 or Andrea Gonzalez at (561) 297-4759.
FUNDING
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) programs is funded by the National Science Foundation grant #CNS-1659484.
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