Center for Research Excellence
Unlock new discoveries and expand your potential through hands-on undergraduate research.
The USCA Center for Research Excellence fosters collaboration between students and faculty, promoting research and creative exploration.
Our programs provide students with immersive research experiences that enhance their academic journey, build strong mentoring relationships, and offer hands-on engagement in professional research settings.
We support undergraduate research through several key initiatives:
- INBRE Program: Provides funding for biomedical research through the National Institutes of Health, allowing students to work on cutting-edge projects in the field.
- WORC Scholars: Sponsored by the Savannah River Site Community Reuse Organization (SRSCRO), this program funds research aligned with the Department of Energy’s mission.
- Summer Scholars Institute (SSI): A ten-week intensive research experience for STEM majors, pairing students with faculty mentors and culminating in a research symposium.
- Connections Program: Supports faculty-mentored undergraduate research and creative activities across all disciplines.
- Scholar Showcase: An annual event where students present their research and creative projects through posters, oral presentations, visual art, and performances.
Additionally, students can engage in Faculty Mentor Research Labs, where they gain hands-on experience, collaborate with faculty experts, and contribute to advancements in their field.