Evolutionary Biology at the American Museum: Undergraduate Research Experience in an Interactive Environment

该奖项提供了持续的NSF支持成功的研究 本科生的经验（REU）计划在进化 美国自然历史博物馆（AMNH）。 绘图 博物馆的科学研究和教学专业知识 工作人员，该计划围绕项目精心设计， 向本科生介绍兴奋，挑战和相关性 进化生物学的研究生涯。 该计划是一个 全面、互动的学习体验， 在引导学生进入科学生涯方面取得了很大成功 跟踪. 除了亲身体验研究和 出版物该计划包括一系列圆桌会议讨论 学生们在这里讨论他们的研究，“展示和讲述”他们的最新研究成果， 在非正式、友好的环境中讨论研究结果和讨论出的想法。 一个特别的讲座系列介绍学生到杰出的 科学家们的演讲解决了当前关于进化论的争论， 生物学、系统学、生物多样性危机和 博物馆在这些领域的研究。 学生将参观皮博迪 博物馆在耶鲁大学，并深入了解的作用， 收藏在教学计划中。 节目最后 学生参加学生研讨会，在那里他们给正式的 幻灯片演示并回答问题， 楼 AMNH制定了一项全面的后续计划 这使他们能够与REU校友保持联系，提供 支持和跟踪他们的职业生涯。

This award provides continued NSF support the successful Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program in Evolutionary Biology at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). Drawing on the research and teaching expertise of the Museum's scientific staff, the program revolves around projects carefully designed to introduce undergraduates to the excitement, challenge and relevance of research careers in Evolutionary Biology. The program is a comprehensive, interactive learning experience that has already proven highly successful in directing students into science career tracks. In addition to hands-on experience of research and publication the program includes a series of roundtable discussions where students discuss their research, "show and tell" their latest findings, and thrash-out ideas in an informal, friendly setting. A Special Lecture Series introduces the students to eminent scientists whose lectures address current debates in evolutionary biology, systematics, the biodiversity crisis and the role of museum research in these areas. Students will visit the Peabody Museum at Yale University, and gain insight into the role of collections in teaching programs. At the end of the program students participate in a Student Seminar where they give formal slide illustrated presentations and answer questions from the floor. The AMNH has established a comprehensive follow-up program which enables them to maintain contact with REU alumni, provide support and track their careers.