MILES IGERT


	Macromolecular Interfaces with Life Sciences (MILES): Oxidative Processes MILES-IGERT Graduate Certificate

Students enrolled or planning to enroll at the Ph.D. level in one of the Virginia Tech degree granting programs participating in the MILES-IGERT may be accepted into the MILES-IGERT Graduate Certificate program.

Benefits

Certificate Requirements

Work with world renowned scientists in Oxidative Processes
Access to state-of-the-art test facilities, information systems and equipment
Establish career links by completing internships at domestic or international research facilities (academic, government laboratory, or industrial) established through the MILES-IGERT
Earn a Ph.D. degree and a MILES-IGERT Certificate
Develop leadership, research, grant writing, and presentation skills

Acceptance into a department affiliated with the MILES-IGERT
Access to state-of-the-art test facilities, information systems and equipment
Working with a CORE faculty member in the MILES-IGERT
QCA or GPA: 3.2 or higher
Excellent oral and communication skills
Pursuing research focused on oxidative processes
Working within a department participating in the MILES-IGERT
Completion of 11-13 hours of MILES CORE courses
Participate in research or academic internships, outreach activities, and leadership positions

Application Process for MILES-IGERT Certification

Complete the application process through Virginia Tech's Graduate School
Application checklist for the MILES-IGERT Graduate Certificate
Submit a completed application to your department of study (if applicable)
There are no fees to apply for the MILES-IGERT NSF Fellowship
Submit all materials to JaeHee Hong, MILES Program manager
MILES applications for the Graduate Certificate program ONLY are considered by the MILES Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis throughout the academic year

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Contact:

Annie Aigster, M.S.
Program Manager MILES
106 Davidson Hall (0212)
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061
milesnsf@vt.edu