Research Programs at UC Davis
VIGRE Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
The REU Program
offers students an opportunity to join a faculty member
in the pursuit of new knowledge and help to answer open questions.
As an undergraduate, you can learn more about mathematics by practicing
mathematics is a variety of research projects.
The program is a valuable experience for a variety of reasons. By
working closely with a professor outside of the traditional classroom
setting, experience what it is like to be a research mathematician.
Learn how to apply the facts and theories that you studied in the
classroom to real problems no one else has solved yet! Further, the
program opens the possibility for jobs and graduate studies.
CLIMB
The Collaborative Learning at the Interface of Mathematics and
Biology (CLIMB) program emphasizes hands-on training using
mathematics and computation to answer state-of-the-art questions in
biology. CLIMB is a one year research-training program for UC Davis
students in mathematics or biology with coursework, seminars, and
mentoring in September through June and a full-time collaborative
research experience over the summer. Students that participate in
CLIMB have a chance to learn quantitative tools, enhance your
biological knowledge, and conduct research as a member of an
interdisciplinary team.
UC LEADS
UC LEADS is a comprehensive
two-year program designed to prepare economically
or educationally disadvantaged students for success in doctoral degree
programs in science, engineering, technology, or mathematics. Students
are assigned individual faculty mentors, who guide them in academic year
and summer research experiences. Scholars receive stipends and housing
for their summer research and participate in extensive academic enrichment
activities, including presenting their research at the annual UC LEADS
Symposium.
UC MURPPS
MURPPS is a
UC Davis undergraduate mentoring program designed to
increase the number of disadvantaged students who pursue graduate
studies in the physical and mathematical sciences by offering students
the chance to work with professors on research projects relevant to
their major. The goal of MURPPS is to help create a diverse
post-graduate population in the Physical and Mathematical Sciences.
Students are paid a quarterly stipend. MURPPS also runs seminars which
introduce students to faculty and research projects, offers academic
guidance, and access to the tutoring at the
Learning Skills Center.
MURALS
The Mentorships for Undergraduate Research in Agriculture, Letters, and Science
(MURALS) is a two-quarter program that encourages students to further their education beyond the baccalaureate degree by providing
opportunities to participate in academic research with a faculty mentor. MURALS welcomes students from all
academic disciplines. For application information, please go to their "How to Apply"
webpage.
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