Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Yes! You may apply for your first year of study. Be sure to involve your advisor in the application process. Application details are available here.
Yes! You may apply during your second year of study. Be sure to involve your advisor in the application process. Application details are available here.
Advisors do not need to be listed as an Internet of Catalysis mentor initially; we are happy to add new faculty to the team. The important thing is that your advisor agrees to support the NRT goals and to participate in the management of the NRT. Advisors also need to understand that you are required to devote much of one summer in Internet of Catalysis activities and to write an interdisciplinary thesis/dissertation chapter related to the goals of the Internet of Catalysis program.
Yes, as long as you plan to conduct graduate research that involves integrating computer science and catalysis. Application details are available here.
We will review applications on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible; application details are available here!
Wow, that sounds like a wonderful opportunity. However, the internship (or similar opportunity) conflicts with required NRT training activities. We expect all trainees to participate in the structured interdisciplinary research during the summer.
No, the NRT program does not include funding for international students. However, externally-funded trainees can receive the benefits of professional development and other programming that the NRT offers. You are welcome and encouraged to participate in the training while utilizing other funding sources.
Yes, as long as you receive the funding in consecutive years. They cannot be additive or “stacked”. The GRF has reserve status options specifically for programs like the NRT.
No, they cannot be additive or “stacked”.
Yes.
You certainly can audit courses and attend the trainings, seminars, and other NRT events. The training elements will be prioritized for trainees, additional participants will depend on available space.
No, the NRT program does not include funding for postdocs.