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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.

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Current Research Projects

MEET THE RESEARCHERS

Mohammed Zobaa 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
Athenia Oldham headshot 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
Mario Kiran headshot 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
Narendra Boppana Headshot 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
zeng_zhengwen.jpg 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
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CONTACT 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