NSF REU: Multi-Scale Biomolecular Networks (BioNetworks)
School: Natural Sciences
Department: BioSciences
This award, made to Rice University by the NSF Directorate for Biological Sciences, provides research training for 10 weeks. The focus of this NSF REU program is biological networks, complex interactions among biomolecules that give rise to the diverse biological phenotypes observed in nature. In this summer REU, students will work on research projects under faculty mentors that draw from a range of approaches (classical biochemical and genetic to non-trivial theoretical models that require computation) to study naturally-occurring genetic networks, artificial genetic and metabolic networks, and biomolecular structure, function, and evolution. This program will also provide: a creative opportunity for students to develop innovative biotechnological ideas; leadership, mentorship and social retreats; special seminars and career development workshops; stipend and travel support; on-campus housing; a capstone research poster symposium; and an ethics and responsible conduct of research discussion seminar.
- Program Start Date: May 25, 2026
- Program End Date: July 31, 2026
- Program Length: 10 weeks
- Application Deadline: March 1, 2026 (Priority Deadline: February 15, 2026)
Additional Information:
On-campus housing provided, $6,500 stipend for ten weeks of REU
Program Contact:
For further information regarding this program, please contact Ivy Gonzalez at ivy.i.gonzalez@rice.edu.
Faculty Program Director
