RET-NANO - Drexel University

Download the 2006 RET-Nano flyer in PDF format.

RET-NANO is a 7-week program located at Drexel University and the University of Pennsylvania for high school and community college teachers.

The program is funded by the National Science Foundation.

Program Dates: June 30, 2008 - August 15, 2008
June 30 - July 3: Orientation
July 7 - August 15: Research Experience

Applications are due April 1. Please, click here to download and print an application (MS Word).

Gain hands-on experience working in a research laboratory

Learn about the cutting-edge field of nanotechnology and develop experiments and curriculum units to take back to your students

Build your own website

Learn what goes into a winning grant proposal

Attend field trips that illustrate nanotechnology in action

Receive a $5,000 stipend & opportunities for graduate &/or Act 48 credits

Applicant must have:

An appointment as a teacher of science or math at a high school or community college

An interest in including nanotechnology in your curriculum

Demonstrated creativity in teaching

Basic computer technology skills

Teams of teachers from a school are encouraged to apply.

Please contact Holly Burnside with any questions: