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SURF (Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship) in Molecular Neuroscience

Ten-week immersive summer research fellowship investigating synaptic transmission, confocal laser scanning microscopy, and neurodegenerative disease pathways.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Enrolled Amherst undergraduate with coursework in cellular biology or neuroscience
English language proficiency: Campus enrolled student
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Two-page research proposal on neural circuits or synaptic plasticity
Recommendation letters: Amherst faculty lab sponsor endorsement

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $5,500 USD summer stipend plus on-campus housing and research budget
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: Full grant funding

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 10, 2027 (Summer 2027 cycle)
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Amherst College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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