Research

The resources and tools found within this community have been designed and curated to support students who are interested in gaining experience with research.

Research is a learning process where you explore, understand, and use knowledge to solve problems or generate new ideas in your field. By collaborating with faculty, staff, and industry pros, you can contribute to your area of study. Engage in a four-step process: learn from experts, define a question, conduct research, and share findings. It’s a journey of discovery and growth just waiting for you!

Why be involved with Research?

Being involved in research offers you numerous benefits. It helps develop essential skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and analysis, while also pushing you out of your comfort zone, fostering personal growth and resilience. Engaging in research fuels your curiosity, encouraging deep exploration of subjects, and provides valuable networking opportunities with faculty, professionals, and peers, which can pave the way for future academic or career prospects. Moreover, research involvement prepares you for further academic pursuits, enhancing your competitiveness for graduate programs and beyond. Overall, research involvement shapes you into a well-rounded, academically engaged, and professionally prepared individual.


Things to consider when getting involved with Research:

Research involvement requires a significant time commitment, balancing academic coursework, extracurricular activities, and personal responsibilities.

While some research opportunities may offer compensation or stipends, many are unpaid. Students should consider the financial implications and weigh the benefits of gaining experience against potential financial constraints.

The quality of mentorship and supervision can greatly impact the research experience. Students should seek mentors who provide guidance, support, and constructive feedback throughout the research process.

Students should align their research involvement with their academic and career goals, choosing projects that resonate with their interests, skills, and aspirations.

Research participants must adhere to ethical standards, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and responsible conduct of research activities.

Keeping records of research activities, reflections, and outcomes is essential for personal and professional development, as well as for academic or future employment purposes.

Pre-Health: Finding Research Opportunities

Pre-Health Students will be able to join Beyond 120 and the Pre-Health Scholars (PHS) for an Info Session called “Finding Research with Dr. Fanning”

Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2024

Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Location: 230 Florida Gym

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PediAtric Critical Care Medicine Interdisciplinary Student InvestiGATORs (PACISI)

PediAtric Critical Care Medicine Interdisciplinary Student InvestiGATORs (PACISI)

Applications for the PediAtric Critical Care Medicine Interdisciplinary Student InvestiGATORs (PACISI) program are open!

This Undergraduate Research Internship Program provides enrolled students at UF the training and opportunity to participate in clinical …

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Application Open: UF MARC GatorSTAR Fellows

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Reasearch at UF: A Student’s Guide

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Career Resources

Be inspired as you explore a variety of co-curricular experiential learning opportunities that extend your learning beyond the classroom, helping …

The National Science Foundation (NSF) funds summer research experiences for undergraduates. Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) programs allow students an …

Explore National Science Foundation Pathway to Science Data to find resources and opportunities for students interested in STEM fields, including …

Discover UF Center for Undergraduate Research (CUR) resources and support for undergraduate students interested in conducting research and scholarly activities …

Resource for STEM undergraduates to find research opportunities

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