Description
The Black Hills Applied Ceramic Engineering (BACE) REU Site will focus on ceramics from a holistic perspective, to encompass the archeological, cultural, and technical understanding and utility of ceramic materials. The BACE REU Site will establish an immersive educational and research experience for students from diverse backgrounds in cutting-edge projects that are tied to both the local geology, ceramic science/engineering, and culture. The program will offer a wide range of workplace training consisting of BACE topics, technical communication, and professional development. The BACE developmental components include a trip to Badlands National Park and the Red Cloud Heritage Center located on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. A range of research opportunities and analytical methods will be integrated including materials characterization, testing, and development related to ceramics.
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Application deadline: Feb. 21, 2026
Program dates: 10 weeks starting in May 2026
