The Back to the Future REU program is an NSF funded summer research program that provides undergraduate students the opportunity to work on research topics in Metallurgy and Materials Science many of which have historical and artistic components.
Explore the interface between metallurgy, art, and history while conducting cutting-edge research in the Black Hills of South Dakota!
Program Description: download flyer here
- 10 week Summer Research Experience
- Dates: June 1- August 7, 2009
- Faculty Mentored Research in Metallurgy and Materials Science
- Social and Professional Development
- Seminars and Workshops on the Historic and Artistic Impact of Metallurgy
- Housing and Stipend Provided
Project Research Topics:
- Corrosion Engineering
- Archaeometallurgy
- Welding and Materials Joining
- Thin films Research
- Nanomaterials and Nanoparticle Synthesis
Click here for more detail on possible projects
Application: download application here
- Application Deadline April 17, 2009
- Submit completed application materials via mail, fax, or email
- Submit application and direct questions to:
Dr. Michael West, Assistant Professor
Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
501 E Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605)394-1283 phone (604)394-3369 fax
