This list is being provided to give potential PEP applicants an idea of the kinds of research projects PEP students may do in 2025. Potential applicants might also review the research projects PEP students have done in recent years (2017-2024).

PEP does not guarantee that successful applicants will be matched with their first choice project/mentor. The PEP staff and the research mentors will work together to match students in labs where they can be successful. If you apply to the 2025 program, you may indicate on your application which mentors or projects interest you. If we offer you a spot in the 2025 program, we will take your interests into account when we match students with mentors. Soon after we extend offers (in March) to participate in PEP 2025, we will assign mentors and will put students in touch with their mentors to discuss potential projects.

The Potential Research Projects and Mentors list will be updated periodically as more mentors/projects become available. We anticipate a broad range of projects to be available, including but not limited to: microbiology, science communication, ecosystems management, biogeochemistry, marine biology, coastal processes, geology, fish ecology, and wetland restoration.