Carmina Taduran selected as SUNY Networks of Excellence Summer Research Intern

2015 Jun 16

Carmina Taduran of Tappan, N.Y. has been named one of only 66 scholars selected to participate in summer research internships through the SUNY Networks of Excellence.

Taduran will intern with the STEM Passport Program, which places undergraduates in research positions on topics ranging from tracking software development and 3-D printing to forensic investigations and studying the eastern hellbender salamander.

SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher said, "The SUNY Networks of Excellence allow us to offer students unique opportunities to be on the cutting edge of new research and innovation. The research these students will be a part of has the potential to transform highly-specialized fields. These unique summer internships are going to prepare SUNY students for college and career success. Congratulations to the talented scholars chosen to participate this year and thank you to the SUNY faculty across New York who will mentor them."

Students were selected for the internships based on criteria such as faculty recommendation, academic transcripts, and a personal statement of interest. Additional information about these opportunities is available online.