Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships
The APS SURF program provides undergraduates with immersive summer research experiences in physiology labs, including mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities.
Funder: American Physiological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $4,000 stipend, up to $1,300 travel, $300 lab supplies, plus one-year APS membership (per fellow)
Summary: Hands-on summer research fellowships for undergraduates in physiology labs with APS member mentors, including career development and networking.
Description
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) program provides undergraduate students with immersive, full-time research experiences in the laboratory of an established American Physiological Society (APS) member for 8–10 weeks during the summer. Fellows engage in biomedical or basic science research, participate in professional development activities, network with peers and APS members, and receive mentorship and guidance on scientific writing, research ethics, and career pathways in physiology. The program is designed to foster early interest and success in physiological research careers.
