What to submit:

1. Application Form
   This can be downloaded as a pdf by clicking here.

2. Transcripts
   An unofficial or official copy of your most recent transcript and a list of current courses should be included with your application.

3. Reference Letters
   Request two reference letters from instructors who can best evaluate you. A reference letter form can be downloaded here.

4. Personal Statement
   On separate sheets, write a one to two page statement that provides a portrait of who you are as a student and scientist. Describe your research interests and goals. Be very specific about your career objectives and how participation in this Program will help you acheive those objectives. Tell us what motivates you to conduct laboratory research.

   Let us know why you feel you are particularly qualified for this Program. Provide details of any experiences that you feel are relevant to your application.

When to submit:

All application materials must arrive at the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry by February 27, 2009.

Where to submit:

All application materials should be sent to:

Assoc. Prof. Trevor Creamer
NSF REU Summer Program in the Biochemical Sciences
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry
741 South Limestone Street
Lexington, KY 40536-0509

Applications can also be sent to Assoc. Prof. Trevor Creamer

via fax to 859-257-2283,

or email to Trevor.Creamer@uky.edu.