Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU):
- U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF)
- Addiction Research Training Program for Undergraduates in Central Appalachia at East Tennessee State University
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is launching the 2026 ETSU Mentored Substance Use Research (EMSUR) Program through a NIDA-funded training award to support training the next generation of addiction researchers. The EMSUR Program a 12-week immersive summer research experience (May 18 – August 7, 2026) designed for undergraduates interested in substance use research. The program provides meaningful, hands-on research training while strengthening the pipeline of future researchers and practitioners in Central Appalachia.
Students will train in one of two tracks:
- Population Health
- Basic Science (clinical/preclinical)
The program provides:
- $4,500 stipend
- On-campus housing
- Up to $1,400 in research-related support (supplies, conference travel/registration, publication costs)
- Weekly learning modules and a final research presentation
We will recruit 10 students from ETSU, UT, Virginia Tech, and partner institutions across Central Appalachia. Applications are due March 20, 2026, with decisions planned for announcement by April 15, 2026.