NSF-CREST Nanobiotechnology Research Assistantship (GRA) at ASU
Prestigious graduate assistantship at the Center for Nanobiotechnology Research (CNBR) investigating functionalized nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery and rapid pathogen detection.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or graduate GPA of 3.5 in biology, chemistry, or bioengineering
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional / evaluated holistically
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of purpose focusing on nanomaterial biosynthesis or antimicrobial diagnostics
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters from science faculty
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full tuition waiver plus $24,000 USD annual research stipend
- Application fee
- $50 USD ($75 international)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 USD (100% covered via NSF CREST grant)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027 (Priority funding review for Fall 2027)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Alabama State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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