Nanotechnology Research in Brazil

  Brazil

• Sao Paulo: 
Sao Paulo

Term: Summer 
Dates: 6/25/09-9/01/09

Description: Nanotechnology Research in Brazil is an NSF funded project designed to provide students the opportunity to obtain research experience and global understanding. Brazil is South America's leading economic power and a regional leader. During the first weeks, you will be prepared academically and culturally for our trip to Brazil. Brazilian students will join the us at WMU. The research in Brazil will take place at the premier engineering university, Universidade Federal Sao Carlos (UFSCAR). Industrial visits to leading universities are also planned. The program is designed to be intellectually stimulating, fun, and exciting!

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: not for credit- $0, for credit- $980 (undergrad)

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Scholarships are Available. Dean's Scholarship for Summer Study Abroad

Application Process Involves:

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript

Western Michigan University's Mission Statement: The Diether H. Haenicke Institute for Global Education, established by the Board of Trustees in 1998, promotes and supports efforts towards globalization and internationalization of the academic environment of Western Michigan University. The Institute works closely with the International Education Council of the WMU Faculty Senate, as well as with international education committees and projects within and across colleges.

Year Founded: 1903