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Paul Urayama
Associate Professor.
Ph.D., Princeton University,
2001. Physics.
B.S., University of California, Irvine,
1994. Physics.
B.S., University of California, Irvine,
1994. Biological Sciences.
Office: 39 Culler Hall (campus
map, new window)
E-mail: urayampk@muohio.edu
Phone: 513-529-9274
CV
(PDF) (updated Nov-2008)
Latest schedule and office hours
Last updated: July 1, 2009.
Undergraduate
Research Opportunities
An important goal of my
laboratory is to
actively involve undergraduates in the research process.
Undergraduates are encouraged to initiate and develop projects, and are
given the freedom to do so. If you'd like to learn more getting
involved, e-mail
me. You don't need to have taken biology nor chemistry (though of
course it helps). The earlier you get involved and stay
involved, the more substantial and meaningful the experience will be.
Recommended preparation: PHY181, 182; calculus III; 3.0 GPA; love of
learning, curiosity, and motivation. I am also happy to work with
students outside of physics, as my research is highly interdisciplinary.
Some useful links for
undergraduate researchers:
- Undergraduate
Summer Scholars (USS) Program - apply as a sophomore
or junior. An excellent 10-week summer program. A chance to work
closely with a faculty on a research project. Scholars receive a
stipend and academic credit. Annual deadline is early-December.
Selection of scholars is competitive so begin discussing projects with
an advisor in October or November. I'd be happy to sponsor USS
applications and develop projects with interested students.
- Sigma Xi
Grants-in-Aid program - apply for grants of up to $1000 for
conducting research projects. Writing a grant is an important way of
developing communication and writing skills essential for a
professional scientist. I'd be happy to help you develop a project and
submit a proposal. My laboratory has won this competitive award in the
past.
- Research Experience
for Undergraduate (REU) programs - usually a 10-week summer program
hosted by various universities and funded by NSF. An excellent chance
to do research at another university. Deadlines vary. Contact the host
institution for details.
- Miami University OARS
Office - a good source for other information.
My Lab's Home Page latest news and
accomplishments, lab members, publications (new window).
Courses
for AY2009-2010
E-mail
me if you would like more information about a course.
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