Guidelines for Natural Science Research

Wake Forest Research Fellowship Program

1. There shall be a short (~1/2 page) section on the background, significance and goals of the project. This section must state the broad scientific problem under study, potential applications that may benefit society, and the student's specific goals. This section must be written by the student, although it is understood that the mentor will provide the student with necessary background information and references.
2. A second section should describe the research design and methods to be used in the project. This section must make clear how the work is expected to meet the research team's goal. This section may be prepared by the student, the mentor, or both.
3. Finally, the committee expects that the student and mentor will have thoroughly discussed the completed application before it is submitted. This is to ensure that both members of the team are aware of and fully committed to the project.