Summer Research Programs for Science Teachers

Oceanographic Research

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) summer research programs provide opportunities for teachers to experience firsthand environmental issues related to the oceans of the world. Participating teachers have several NOAA research ships and study programs to choose from such as the oceanographic research vessel Miller Freeman. The ship's mission is to conduct research into how the creatures of the sea interact with the living environments of the world's oceans. Teachers then are able to bring knowledge gained back to students and inspire them to seek careers in the marine science disciplines.

  Teacher at Sea

  1315 East West Hwy, Room 14250

  Silver Spring, MD 20910

  301-713-0353

  teacheratsea.noaa.gov

Medical Research

• The medical research program for teachers at the National Jewish Health system was developed to provide classroom instructional tools designed to increase student interest in biology and medical careers. This program requires that a teacher make a commitment for two summers. Teachers who qualify for and get accepted into this program are eligible for financial stipends that will support their expenses associated with involvement in the program. A significant portion of the research will be accomplished in the laboratory with a special emphasis on immunology.

  National Jewish Health

  1400 Jackson Street K516

  Denver, CO 80206

  303-398-1315

  nationaljewish.org

Aeronautical Research

• The NASA Lewis' Educational and Research Collaborative Internship Project (LERCIP) for teachers is a summer research program centered around aeronautics and outer space studies. The program will help teachers gain firsthand knowledge in a number of academic disciplines such as engineering and mathematical applications. The program is conducted in conjunction with the Ohio Aerospace Institute in Cleveland, Ohio. Teachers receive a biweekly salary during the time they are involved in the program. Those who are accepted to the program are also eligible to receive financial help with travel and housing costs.

  LERCIP

  Ohio Aerospace Institute,

  22800 Cedar Point Road

  Cleveland, OH 44142

  440-962-3170 x5006

  nasa.gov

Technology Research

• The Maryland Educators' Summer Research Program provides teachers with the chance to gain valuable experience in scientific technology research applications. Participants will be involved in projects that represent the most advanced research in technology. Teachers can then return to their classrooms and provide realistic instruction on ways students can prepare themselves for careers in the exciting world of technological research. Teachers and students are able to gain an appreciation for how they can have a part in addressing the scientific challenges the world is facing in the near and distant future.

  The Maryland Educators' Summer Research Program (MESRP)

  Center for Science & Mathematics Education

  Towson University

  Smith Hall Room 304, 8000 York Road

  Towson, MD 21252

  410-704-2532

  towson.edu