The CAER has educational
outreach programs at the elementary school level.
We are partnering with Russell Cave Elementary
School
www.russellcave.fcps.net to strengthen its
science curriculum by introducing hands-on experiments
and demonstrations. CAER scientists go into the
fourth grade classes and lead experiments that
compliment the science curriculum being studied
by the students. For more information, contact
Marybeth McAlister mcalister@caer.uky.edu
or Bob
Rathbone. More...
CAER scientists
are available to judge local science fairs
in Fayette County. To determine who would be the
best judge for your group, contact Marybeth McAlister
(mcalister@caer.uky.edu).
The CAER participates
in the Experience-Based Career Education program
(EBCE)http://www.fcps.net/ebce/default.htm
of Fayette County public schools. High school
students are assigned to a Resource Person at
CAER. This person monitors and evaluates the student's
attendance and activities for the duration of
the internship at the Center. Students see firsthand
how adults successfully incorporate their careers
into their lives. Mentors create laboratory experiments
that offer experience beyond the classroom and
provide insight into the scientific field. More...
GeologistDr.
Jim Hower participated in the creation of an outdoor classroom
at Linlee Elementary http://www.linlee.fcps.net/default.htm,
a nearby elementary school. The design included a Geology Study Area.
A rock outcrop, a bridge crossing and a dry stream bed feeding a gravel
pond was designed for the study of erosion, the geology of a waterway,
riparian environments, and wetland management.
The Rogers Scholars
Programhttp://rogersscholars.com/
is a one week summer session for about 100 rising
high school juniors from forty-two counties in
Southern and Eastern Kentucky. Named after U.S.
Representative Hal Rogers, the program, which
takes place at the Center for Rural Development
in Somerset, Kentucky, emphasizes technological
skills development and fosters a commitment to
rural Kentucky. The CAER's contribution to the
program consists of a series of scientific experiments
performed by scientists who travel to the group
and set up experiments, in which the students
participate. More...
Undergraduate/Graduate
Undergraduate Co-ops
and Student Workers:
The CAER employs UK undergraduates on an informal
basis, and in addition, participates in the College
of Engineering's Co-op program, whereby students
perform research in their fields prior to graduation.
This is designed to take place on alternating
semesters for a total of three terms. For more
information on this program, contact Donna Hewitt
at dhewett@engr.uky.edu.
Fuel Processing Technology
Course:
During every other spring semester, the director
is responsible for teaching a course in the UK
College of Engineering, Topics in Chemical Engineering:
CME 599.
Abstract of course:
The course will cover energy and fuel related
issues by way of topical/thematic lectures and
assignments. Designated material on the Internet
will be used extensively for descriptive parts
of the course. The interaction between fuel, environment
and economics will be covered for a range of technical
options.
Energy sources such as coal, oil (including transport
fuels), natural gas, renewables and biomaterials
will be explored in terms of their nature, processing
and particular applications. The environmental
impacts will be considered specifically regarding
emissions and waste products from energy conversion
processes. Nuclear energy will be handled in a
comparative way. Quantitative work will be included
where applicable.
For additional information, contact:
Marybeth McAlister, University
of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research Email
or
Phone: 859-257-0200.
Graduate Research:
Research Assistantships are limited to graduate
students pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. Generally,
the research of RA's will directly complement
the Center's activities and in many cases, a student
will be engaged in research sponsored by an outside
organization. Non-Service Scholarships are awarded
to graduate students without restrictions (i.e.,
work requirements) although some affiliation with
the Center is desirable and strongly recommended.
In the case of graduate students receiving scholarships,
a member of the student's advising committee will
ordinarily be affiliated with the Center.
Students' research activities are directly related
to investigations germane to their field of specialization
or to a thesis or dissertation topic. Researchers
serve on thesis and dissertation committees for
both UK students, and those in related fields
at other universities. For more information on
research possibilities for graduate students at
the CAER, students should contact their department
chair.
Exchange Program:
Since 1999, the CAER has hosted groups of French
exchange students from the University of Burgundy's
materials engineering school (Ecole Superieure
D'Ingenieurs de Recherche en Materiaux or ESIREM)
located in Dijon, France
http://www.u-bourgogne.fr/ESIREM/index.html.
In this reciprocal exchange, American and French
students are able to study abroad, engage in a
laboratory practicum and other experiential education
at the UB and UK campuses. In addition to their
studies, the participants also get a chance to
live abroad and immerse themselves in the language
and culture of another nation. The students conduct
research toward completion of a Bachelors degree
in Materials Engineering, which is awarded during
upon their return to their institution. More...
Postdoctoral Scholarships/Fellowships:
Post Doctoral Scholarships are limited to students who have completed
the requirements for a Ph.D. and otherwise meet the requirements of
The University of Kentucky Graduate School. The postdocs work under
the direction of a research mentor who provides advanced training
to prepare the postdoctoral scholar for a research career. The Center
affords the opportunity for collaborative and independent research
and publication of findings as determined by mutual agreement of the
postdoctoral scholar and the supervisor. For more information on postdoctoral
opportunities, contact Don
Challman.
Faculty and Professionals
CAER Adjunct Faculty:
Some CAER staff members also hold adjunct and
tenured positions with academic departments. Review
the the researchers who currently also hold faculty
positions.
UK Faculty Associates:
The Center prides itself on strong collaborations
with campus. One of the strongest links is through
the Faculty Associate program, which provides
professional collaborations, lab space, summer
salaries, and student employment for faculty members.
Review a current list of faculty
associates.
Sabbaticals:
The CAER offers sabbaticals to visiting
scientists and professors. The duration of
appointments varies, depending upon the circumstances,
but have ranged from short appointments of a few
weeks, to an extended period of a year. For more
information on collaborations, contact Don
Challman.
