Applications for the EAGR Summer Research Program will be due on February 19, 2024 at 5:00pm Eastern Time.
Student Eligibility
Must be a sophomore or junior at UConn (Storrs) to apply (expected graduation in May 2025 or later). Must be able to commit to 10 weeks of full-time Summer research in 2024 (should not be enrolled in Summer courses). In exceptional cases, applications from freshmen may be considered.
Timeline
| Nov 2023 - Feb 2024 | Students identify eligible faculty mentors and host lab projects (see participating labs) |
| Jan - Feb 2024 | Students are welcome to contact Dr. Ken Campellone (kenneth.campellone@uconn.edu) to discuss their research interests. Questions about potential advisors and possible projects may also be directed to Dr. Campellone or to individual faculty mentors. |
| Early/Mid Feb 2024 | Students compile application materials |
| February 19, 2024 | All application materials due |
| Late February 2024 | Applications reviewed by EAGR leadership committee |
| Late February 2024 | Online interviews with EAGR leadership |
| Early March 2024 | ~5 EAGR Scholars selected |
| Late May 2024 | 2-week Geroscience methods workshop (at UConn Storrs and UConn Health) |
| June-August 2024 | 8-week Laboratory research experience (at UConn Storrs or UConn Health) |
| Dates TBD | Networking Events and Research Symposia |
Application Materials
The EAGR Scholar application consists of a 5-6 page PDF. Additional letters of support are optional.
Page 1 Coverpage with General Information
- Name
- Student Admin #
- UConn Email Address
- Home/Permanent Address
- Local Address
- Expected Graduation Date
- Name(s) of Potential Faculty Mentor(s)
- Statement confirming transportation to ‘home’ lab on Storrs or Farmington campus
Page 2 Personal Statement (1 page maximum, single spaced, 1 inch margins, 11pt Arial font)
Describe why research in the field of geroscience is meaningful to you, how you are qualified to pursue this project, what you hope to learn, and how completing this project would impact your professional goals. Include any past experiences or research training that prepared you for this endeavor, and any additional background information that would help you benefit from this opportunity. Identify 1-3 potential faculty mentors from the Participating Labs whose research interests you the most.
Pages 3-4 Resume or CV (2 page maximum)
Summarize your education, training, and employment background in a standard resume or curriculum vitae.
Pages 5-6 Unofficial Transcript
Generate a PDF from Student Admin and incorporate it here. Do not provide screenshots.
The above materials must be combined into single PDF and emailed to:
geroscience@uconn.edu with a subject line of “EAGR application”
by 5:00pm on February 19, 2024.
Letters of support are welcomed but not required. Any letters should emailed as PDFs to: geroscience@uconn.edu with a subject line of “EAGR letter” by 5:00 pm on February 19, 2024.
NOTE: Applications to other Summer research programs (e.g., UConn SURF, UConn Health HRP, UConn IDEA Grant, UConn McNair Scholars), are encouraged! Many EAGR faculty members and host labs participate in multiple undergraduate research programs – students may apply for these other awards at the same time as the EAGR application. While an EAGR Summer Fellowship stipend cannot be disbursed concurrently with any other stipends, transportation and/or housing may be coordinated among programs.
Criteria for Review and Selection
All UConn EAGR Grant applications will be reviewed and evaluated by UConn faculty with relevant expertise. Preference will be given to applicants who:
- Clearly articulate the impact of the work for both the student and the geroscience field
- Possess a strong academic record
- Display a genuine interest in research
- Identify potential mentors to guide their work
- Propose original ideas related to a research project
For more information, email Dr. Campellone (kenneth.campellone@uconn.edu – include “EAGR Scholar Program” in subject line).