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Join the Mountain Lake Biological Station (MLBS) at University of Virginia for an immersive summer experience in field biology, located 3,800 ft in the stunning Appalachian Mountains of Virginia. Participate in upper-level courses on Plant Conservation, Stream Ecology, Fish Biology, Ethnobotany, and more. Enjoy a residential field experience that fulfills biology lab credits and conservation requirements. Independent researchers can apply for a 10-week program with project mentorship and a $5,000 stipend. Apply by Feb 20 at MLBS.org.
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Mountain Lake Biological Station University of Virginia’s Research and Teaching Facility at 3800 ft in the Appalachian Mountains of southwestern Virginia Support for Independent Researchers Summer Courses in Field Biology NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program MLBS.org
Summer Courses at MLBS Residential field experience Upper level UVA Biology laboratory credits Fulfills Conservation requirements Some fellowship aid available MLBS.org
Summer Courses at MLBS Summer Session II June 11 – July 6 Biology and Conservation of Fishes Zack Murrell (Appalachian State) Ethnobotany Lytton Musselman (ODU) Summer Session III July 16- Aug 3 Stream Ecology Christine May and Scott Eaton (JMU) Summer Session I May 14 - June 8 Plant Conservation and Diversity Zack Murrell (Appalachian State) Field Biology of Sex Kristal Cain (Indiana University) Special Artlab Sessions Sculpture and Earth William Bennett (UVA) July 9-July 20 Beginning Drawing I &II Megan Marlatt (UVA) July 23-Aug 3
NSF-REU Site • 10 week independent research experience • variety of projects including evolution, behavior, ecology, physiology mentored by MLBS scientists • $5000 stipend, all station costs covered • Application deadline Feb. 20 MLBS.org