TREND REU

Training and Research Experiences in Nonlinear Dynamics

TREND is a 10-week undergrad summer research program in nonlinear dynamics at UMD College Park, funded by the NSF (award PHY-2150399.) and housed in IPST (Institute for Physical Science & Technology).

Projects are computational, experimental, theoretical, or a combination of these. Topics include:

TREND 2025 is expected to run June 2 to August 8, pending renewal of our funding. Applications are due February 14, 2025.

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Program Basics

Offerings

$7000 stipend, on-campus housing, travel funding, mentored research, professional development, and community-building. See details.

Eligibility

U.S. citizenship, undergrad standing, and recommended 3.0 GPA. See details.

Application

Information form, personal essay, and at least 1 letter of recommendation. See details.

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Important Dates

Program expected to run June 2 to August 8, 2025, pending renewal of our funding. Application deadline February 14, 2025. See more important dates.