The Northern Ecosystems Research for Undergraduates (NERU) program focuses on the impacts of climate change on ecosystems in Northern Sweden. NERU is a collaboration between the University of New Hampshire and the Abisko Scientific Research Station. Students spend time at both institutions. Read more…

 

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2013 NERU Applications
were due Dec. 1, 2012.
Next application: Fall 2013.

Research at Abisko, Sweden

Research at Univ. of NH, USA

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Research Areas
  • Greenhouse gas emissions from subarctic peatlands and lakes
  • Using stable carbon and nitrogen isotopes to identify biogeochemical processes
  • The role of fungi in nutrient cycling and weathering in sub-Arctic ecosystem
  • Examining fungivory in reindeer or small mammals
  • Microbial physiology response to temperature in subarctic and temperate ecosystems

Applying to the Program

Join our geo-science and environmental science researchers in current scientific research projects through the Northern Ecosystems Research for Undergraduates program.

Who should apply?
UNH-Abisko Summer Research Internships are open to students who are completing their junior year of college. Students should have a strong academic record with relevant coursework in the Earth Sciences (environmental studies, Earth systems science, atmospheric science, oceanography, ecosystem studies, geology or advanced research in Earth and atmospheric sciences). We also look for a strong interest in contributing to advanced research in Earth, ocean, and atmospheric sciences. Participants receive a stipend, travel allowance, and room and board at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and the Abisko Scientific Research Station (ANS).

Next application deadline is December 1, 2012.
We will review all applicants and notify students by January 2013. At that point, you will have time to organize passports and summer travel plans.

Please download the application form, complete, and email to neru@sr.unh.edu

Applications shall include:

1. An undergraduate transcript (Unofficial copies are accepted).
2. A statement by the student of his or her research and career interests.
3.

Completed application form.
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If you are already a University of New Hampshire student, contact Dr. Ruth Varner directly (ruth.varner@unh.edu) directly to learn about an alternate application process.