Description
Are you interested in completing a research project abroad in the interdisciplinary field of Solvation Science? The RESOLV Cluster of Excellence welcomes undergraduate exchange students for the summer of 2026!
The Cluster of Excellence RESOLV, founded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, offers undergraduate students an insight into cutting-edge research in the interdisciplinary field of Solvation Science. Hosted by the Ruhr-Univerität Bochum and TU Dortmund University, RESOLV researchers explore how solvent molecules are active participants in the control, mediation and regulation of chemical reactions. This exchange includes participation at a weeklong summer school and a 2-3 month lab internship with these experienced researchers of chemistry, physics, spectroscopy, biochemistry and more.
The exchange includes the Whitsun holiday week (26. May 2025) with participation in the international Graduate School Solvation Science, iGSS, Summer School to gain insight into the latest techniques and disciplines that span Solvation Science. This includes lectures by renowned Solvation Scientists, career workshops with industry professionals, and an in-lab practicum to gain first-hand experiences. Meeting other young researches interested in different stages of their career offers the unique opportunity to share experiences and learn from each other.
The second part of the exchange is a two to three month long research project within one of RESOLV’s working groups. In close collaboration with experienced scientists, the student completes their own research project and concludes with all Solvation Scholars presenting their work. Possible topics may include bioinorganic, supramolecular, theoretical, molecular modelling / simulation, inorganic & organic chemistry, functional materials & bio-systems, and spectroscopies. Students can review the list of RESOLV participating scientists for more project ideas. As a first insight into the day-to-day work of a scientist, this can be the perfect introduction to international academic life.
The fine print: Participants are provided a fellowship with a monthly stipend, and a reimbursement of travel expenses up to a fixed amount. Please note, this is not an employment contract. Job details and salary information are provided here as estimates, in USD, from the fellowship terms. For a small fee, our undergraduate exchange researchers are eligible to enroll as guest-students for the summer semester.
We look forward to receiving your application between 15. November 2025 - 15. January 2026!
Requirements
Interested students will have completed at least one full year of subject specific coursework (approximately 46 ETCS / 3rd Year Bachelors / 'Juniors'). Prior research experience is beneficial, and the week-long summer school portion is targeted towards upper-level learners.
