
NSF-funded Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates
UTPB NSF-REU Site
The University of Texas Permian Basin invites students from any junior college within a 400-mile radius to apply for a paid summer research experience. This program is designed for highly motivated students who are interested in solving real energy and environmental problems. Each summer, ten students will work closely with faculty mentors on research projects and participate in professional development workshops, training sessions, and field trips. Students will also have the opportunity to present their results at professional conferences. If this is of interest to you, read on and apply at the link below.

Current Research Projects
MEET THE RESEARCHERS
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Mohamed K Zobaa Title: Assistant Professor of Geosciences Research Focus: Palynology and palynofacies analysis of organic rich sedimentary rocks in major hydrocarbon-producing basins in Africa and North America Background: Dr. Zobaa received his Ph.D. from Missouri University of Science and Technology. Contact: zobaa_m@utpb.edu; office phone: 432-552-2246 |
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Athenia Oldham Title: Associate Professor of Biology Research Focus: Exploring how marine bacteria communicate and form communities in hostile environments Background: Dr. Oldham received her Ph.D. from the OU Health Sciences Center and her postdoctoral training at the University of Oklahoma. Contact: oldham_a@utpb.edu; office phone: 432-552-2273 |
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Mario Kiran Title: Associate Professor of Art Research Focus: Ergonomic furniture design Background: Mario received his MFA from the University of South Dakota Contact: kiran_m@utpb.edu |
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Narendra Boppana Title: Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Engineering Research Focus: Nanotechnology, Produced water characterization and treatment, and Crystallization Background: Mr. Boppana received an MSc in Chemistry from New Mexico Highlands University Contact: boppana_n@utpb.edu |
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Zhengwen Zeng Title: Associate Professor of Petroleum Engineering Research Focus: Optimizing Fracturing in Permian Basin Background: Dr. Zeng received his PhD from University of Oklahoma Contact: zeng_z@utpb.edu |

Applications
To Apply Contact: Dr. Mohamed Zobaa Program Director and Principal Investigator zobaa_m@utpb.edu
Apply HereCONTACT US
For inquiries regarding our research projects, collaborations, or events, please contact Mohammed Zobaa at zobaa_m@utpb.edu; or call the office phone: 432-552-2246.
You can also reach Athenia Oldham at oldham_a@utpb.edu or call the office phone: 432-552-2273
We're excited to share our research journey with you and make meaningful contributions to the world of science and discovery