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The Undergraduate Research Travel Fellowship Program is designed to assist undergraduate students from the University of Houston enhance their academic development and disseminate their research results. Moreover, the program aims to increase the visibility of the institution by supporting undergraduate student travel at national or international conferences. The travel funding is intended for undergraduate students presenting the results of their research or creative activities at meetings for a national or international audience. This funding is part of a broader Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) - the Learning through Discovery Initiative at the University of Houston.
UPDATED 1/18/13: Students may now submit Travel Fellowship applications for research conducted under faculty mentors from UH or external institutions.
Some of our grantees attended the National Conference on Undergraduate Research in March 2012 with staff and honors college. There they presented their findings and networked with other undergraduate researchers from a wide spectrum of disciplines. Learn more about the trip and research.
Undergraduate students who have submitted an abstract for presentation at a national or international conference are eligible to apply. Applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to travel departure date. The guidelines and application for 2012-2013 are valid for travel during Fall 2012, Spring 2013, and Summer 2013.
Students questions about the Travel Fellowship Program should be directed to Ms. Karen Weber (kweber@uh.edu). The UH Learning through Discovery Intiative is partnering with the Office of Undergraduate Research Programs to administer the program.
Consult with your faculty mentor regarding professional conferences that would be appropriate for your research. Below are a list of some National Conferences*:
National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR)
Abstract Deadline: December 4, 2012
SACNAS National Conference (Hispanics, Chicanos, Native Americans in Science)
Abstract Deadline: April
Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS)
Abstract Deadline: September
*If you know of other regional or national conferences where undergraduates can present, please email discovery@uh.edu with conference link.
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