As an NSF funded Science and Technology Center, MDITR is committed to creating new opportunities for interdisciplinary, hands on education as well as a better trained, diverse workforce in the area of materials and devices for information technology.

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program entitled Hooked on Photonicswww.stc-mditr.org/students/REU/, is one way MDITR accomplishes these goals. By facilitating research experiences for undergraduates amongst groups with diverse research capabilities and interests, the REU program provides new, novel learning experiences that can play a key role in encouraging students to continue with graduate work in photonics. Hooked on Photonics Program Mission

Who should apply?

Undergraduates of all levels, especially rising sophomores and juniors with interest in chemistry, physics, materials science, engineering or optics. CMDITR strongly encourages applications from underrepresented minority groups and women. US Citizenship or permanent residency is required.  Seniors who apply must be graduating after the program begins.

In Hooked on Photonics, undergraduates work in laboratories associated with the Science and Technology Center for Materials and Devices for Information Technology Research (CMDITR), including University of Arizona, Georgia Tech, and University of Washington. 

What to expect

By participation in the Hooked on Photonics program, you will:

• Gain research experience in nationally recognized labs
• Prepare for graduate school
• Network with peers and research professionals.
• Receive mentoring from top faculty.
• Create potentially publishable work
• Receive a competitive stipend, and restitution for travel and housing
• You may be eligible to receive academic credit and attend professional conferences.

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