​Applications Open — NSF REU Site at Clemson University (Summer 2026)  - see FLYER

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REU Site: Integrating Machine Learning and Causal Principles for Civil and Environmental Engineers

​We are now accepting applications for our NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site at Clemson University. Each summer, 12 undergraduate researchers join an 8-week, full-time cohort to work with faculty mentors at the intersection of machine learning, causal inference, and civil & environmental engineering (CEE)—with projects motivated by real infrastructure needs (e.g., structural systems, equitable water systems, low-carbon transportation, and hazard-resilient infrastructure).

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Program at a glance

• Program dates: Starting May 2026 (10 weeks, in residence at Clemson University)

• Cohort size: 12 undergraduate students

• Focus: ML + causal principles for CEE applications

 

Examples of research themes

• Resilient infrastructure under extreme events (hazards, climate, and uncertainty)

• Data-driven and causal approaches for water distribution and environmental systems

• ML for transportation efficiency, congestion reduction, and network optimization

• Responsible and ethical ML in public-serving infrastructure decisions

• Digital twin for productivity/safety with causal inference

• Many, many more!

 

Participant support

Participants receive a competitive weekly stipend ($700) and program support such as housing, a meal plan, and travel assistance (up to $1,000). Additional details will be shared with applicants upon request.

 

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate (and not have completed the B.S. degree before the program begins)

• Be able to participate full-time, in residence, for the full program dates

• Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or U.S. permanent resident (NSF requirement)

 

We strongly encourage applications from students who have had no/limited research experience.​

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Important dates

• Applications open: 2/3/2026

• Application deadline: 3/3/2026

• Decisions announced: April 2026

 

How to apply

Apply via email (mlceereu@clemson.edu) with “NSF REU Application 2026” in the subject line. Please include a short statement of interest, a résumé/CV, and reference contact information.

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