Stephen Anco

Brock University is offering a competitive summer research opportunity for undergraduate students through the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA) program. This position is ideal for students interested in applied mathematics and theoretical physics, providing hands-on research experience under the supervision of Professor Stephen Anco and Assistant Professor Mahdieh Gol Bashmani Moghadam. The research will be conducted at Brock University, located in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. The NSERC USRA program aims to nurture students' interest in research and encourage them to pursue graduate studies by providing valuable research work experience. The award is valued at approximately $10,000 for a 14 to 16 week full-time summer placement, with the base award of $6,000 supplemented by the host institution. The program supports research in natural sciences and engineering, and this particular opportunity focuses on applied mathematics and theoretical physics. Eligibility requirements include being a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or Protected Person, and being registered in a bachelor's degree program at an eligible Canadian institution. Applicants must have completed at least one year of study with a satisfactory cumulative average (normally at least B-), and must not be enrolled in a graduate program or a professional undergraduate health sciences program. The position is open to students who can work full-time in research during the summer term. Additional eligibility criteria and application procedures are outlined on the NSERC USRA program website. Interested students should contact the supervisors, Professor Stephen Anco and Dr. Mahdieh Gol Bashmani Moghadam, by email before the deadline of Friday, February 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Application forms and further details are available through the NSERC USRA program and Brock University's internal process. This is an excellent opportunity for students seeking research experience in mathematics and physics, with competitive funding and mentorship from experienced faculty members.