About this opportunity

Our Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program is designed to immerse students in the study of urban systems through one-on-one mentored research projects spanning a social, ecological, and technological framework. Our name, Research Experiences and Mentorship in Urban Systems or REMUS for short reflects our priorities and values. Our mentors guide students to address real-world research questions in Charlotte, NC, a growing metropolitan area. Student projects span topics like biodiversity, conservation, meteorology, water quality, and more. Workshops are key, emphasizing skills like science communication, data analysis, and networking. Our goal is to help students explore and understand urban systems while preparing them to address global challenges, including the efforts of ba