Physics and Engineering Student Research

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Students who pursue a major in the physics and engineering department have a unique opportunity to conduct research alongside experienced faculty. This student research involves the methodical formation of a scholarly honors project, the process and goal of which is to prepare students for the world of post-baccalaureate scholarship and research.

Some of PLNU’s physics and engineering majors engage in summer research with faculty at PLNU. Other students participate in Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs), which are generally held at major research universities and funded by agencies such as the National Science Foundation.

All research involves working closely with a faculty mentor on a research project, and the research generally culminates in a presentation of your findings. Many physics and engineering students turn their summer research projects into honors theses. In completing the thesis, you will be coached through the various stages of conducting a research project and transforming your work into a scholarly presentation and paper.

The Department of Physics & Engineering will strongly support you as a research student, and you can look forward to working with your faculty mentor throughout the research, editing, and presentation processes, all while gaining invaluable advice and guidance every step of the way.

 

 

Learn more about how students gain hands-on STEM experience through PLNU’s summer research program

2023-2024 Student Research

2022-2023 Student Research

2020-21 Student Research

2019-20 Student Research

2018-19 Student Research

2017-18 Student Research

2016-17 Student Research

2015–16 Student Research

2014–15 Student Research

2012–13 Student Research

2011–12 Student Research