#  Frequently Asked Questions 

 



##  Undergraduates 

 



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###    + I don’t have any experience in research (or in physics/math/chemistry/programming/ biology, etc.) Can I still do research with you?  expand\_more  

 Yes! If you are interested in our work and have space in the lab, we can try to generate a project to help get you experience! 



 

 

 



###    + What kind of project would I work on?  expand\_more  

 This varies widely, from lab work to computation and is tailored to the interests and strengths of the student. 



 

 

 



###    + Do you take students for research during the semester? What about for summer projects?  expand\_more  

 Yes to both! 



 

 

 



###    + What is the best way to get in contact with you? What information should I include when I get in touch?  expand\_more  

 You can contact [Dave](mailto:johnston@g.harvard.edu) directly. In doing so, please include any specific interests, and the time you could potentially commit (hrs/week) to research during that given period. 



 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

##  Prospective Graduate Students 

 



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###    + What kind of research projects will I be able to get involved in? How soon will I be able to start my research?  expand\_more  

 Research is in the group is often collaborative. You can expect to start in the lab during your first semester, and through reading/conversation/etc. develop a project that reflects both your interests and the expertise of the current group members toward the end of the first year. 



 

 

 



###    + What is the typical career path of alumni from your group?  expand\_more  

 Most members of the group stay within academia 



 

 

 



###    + What financial support can I expect?  expand\_more  

 Once enrolled, all graduate students are provided generous financial support, including research and teaching assistantships, full tuition, and a research allowance. Prospective students are encouraged to apply for outside funding from agencies (such as the National Science Foundation) prior to arriving, and will be involved in grant writing and fund raising throughout their graduate experience. 



 

 

 



###    + Where can I find information about the application process?  expand\_more  

 For information about the application process and admissions to the graduate program, please see Harvard EPS [Admissions](https://eps.harvard.edu/pages/admissions) Page. If there are further questions, please contact the Graduate Program Coordinator, [Aimee Smith](mailto:aimee_smith@fas.harvard.edu).