National Conference on Undergraduate Research
National Conference on Undergraduate Research
NCUR is a wonderful opportunity to meet peers and faculty from around the country working in similar research fields, learn about how research and scholarship is conducted in fields different than your own, learn about graduate school and employment opportunities, and to develop your presentation skills. All abstracts and applications will be reviewed by a faculty committee from the host institution. Students presenting at the National Conference have several presentation formats available, including oral or poster presentation options and creative performances. Visit the official NCUR website here.
2025 Abstract Submission is now open and closes on December 6th, 2024!
URC Travel Funding for NCUR
The Undergraduate Research Center (URC) works with the University Foundation, the academic deans, and other offices on campus to provide registration and travel funding for the student presenters on all accepted abstracts. However, funding is not guaranteed and students should not make travel arrangements without confirming with the URC first. The URC will make group travel arrangements for those students selected for travel support. Priority in funding will be given to:
- Primary authors
- Students who have not been funded to attend NCUR previously
Congratulations to our 2024 NCUR Presenters!
| Akrem Ahmed | Enhancing Continuous User Authentication |
| Ali Rashid | Beyond Clicks: The Art of Continuous Authentication via Mouse Dynamics |
| Alison Brunmeier, Zoe Porter, Alyssa Bartholow | Exploring a Montessori-Based Activity with Progressive Complexity for Individuals with Dementia: Student Learning Experiences |
| Amal Sharafkhodjaeva, Rohit Paruchuri | "Vibe Check": Examining the Link Between Relationship Satisfaction and Life Goals |
| Amlake Tamrat | Human Activity Recognition |
| Araya Lemma | Data Privacy and Security In Autonomous Vehicles |
| Ariana Jacobs | Re-examining Resiliency, Mindfulness, and Seasonal Affective Disorder Related to Stress |
| Aryee McCabe | Contrasting Oak Responses to Water Stress - Osmolyte Profiling Across Species |
| Ashley Cridlebaugh | Examining The Relationship Between Athletic Participation and Academic Success in Athletes and Non-Athletes |
| Barkot Menkir | Culturally Enriched Memory Books: Enhancing Engagement and Well-Being in Individuals with Dementia |
| Brooke Andel | The Effect of Neuron Death in the Amygdala on Aggression in Green Anole Lizards |
| Damaris De La Torre | Cultural Learning Strategies in Elementary Education: A Comparative Study of Practices in the United States and Ecuador |
| Derek Krumweide, Mounkoka Goma | Evaluating Effectiveness of Aging Stormwater Ponds |
| Dilasha Shakya | Sentimental Analysis Using Machine Learning |
| Emma Rieper | Identifying ZYG11A, HS6ST1, And DIO2 Gene Expression in Green Anole Lizards (Anolis Carolinensis) |
| Georgia Deml | STAB2 And PLD4 Expression in Anolis Carolinesis |
| Kaitlyn Sizer, Jasmine Ortuno Jimenez | Capitalizing On Engagement and Senses for Individuals with Dementia |
| Kayla Szafraniec | A Geochemical Investigation of the Chemical Weathering Characteristics of Old Glacial Tills |
| Kaylee Voigt | In The Middle: Birth Order and Childhood Experience |
| Kaylyn Batchelor | Understanding The Effect of Estradiol Treatment on the Development of the Pre-Optic Brain Area in Green Anole Lizards |
| Koleman Lund, Tinsay Gebremarium | Machine Learning for Human Activity Recognition Using Wearable Devices |
| Kory Kyro, Derek Utecht, Cade Predmore | Using 4-inch cubes to Determine Compressive Strength of Concrete |
| Leah Hed, Ellie Schindle | The Correlation of Political Beliefs, Religious Beliefs, And Pseudoscientific Beliefs |
| Madisyn Jarvey | Expression of myoneurin in the green anole lizard (Anolis carolinensis) |
| Maija Carriveau | Examining The Role of Heparan Sulfate Modifying Enzymes in Hepatocellular Carcinoma |
| Marielle Calanza | Changes in Cultural Learning Strategies in U.S. Youth Education K-8 |
| Matthew Jensen, D'Aaliyah Johnson | Turning-Up the Volume of Knowledge on Fam107a: A Novel Cochlea Expressed Gene |
| Megan Tobias | Evaluating Notum Interaction with Glypican-3 In Hepatocellular Carcinoma |
| Meklit Shiferaw | Assembling and Testing an Atomic Force Microscope to Examine Carbonaceous Meteoritic Fragments |
| Mia Collazo | Soil Aggregate Analysis |
| Muhammad Huzaifa | Facial Recognition Based Smart Lock |
| Nomin Senadheera | Causes of Depression for International Students Studying in the United States |
| Oltjona Muca, Ryan Druce, Omar Ghandour | Exploring meteoritic fragments with microscopy and spectroscopy techniques |
| Rikin Shrestha | Cyberbullying Detection System Using Machine and Deep Learning |
| Saumya Gautam | Using Prompt Engineering in Generative AI to Improve Database Design |
| Shamsi Taghiyev | Local Refugees |
| Ya Faatou Sowe | Effects of Leptin on Brown Adipose Tissue |
| Yodahe Kebede | Cultural Learning Strategies in Ethiopia and the United States Experienced by International Students at a Mid-size Midwestern University |
NCUR Application Process
Design and Conduct Your Project
Before generating your abstract, you should have a fully-formed and planned research or creative project to discuss. Work closely with your faculty mentor and any project partners you may have to design and carry out your project.
Write Your Abstract
When the call for abstracts is sent out by the NCUR panel, take time and effort to submit your abstract. Writing help can be obtained by contacting your faculty mentor, other project partners, and the URC staff.
Submit Abstract for the Conference
Submit your abstract by the deadline with all the necessary information. You need to indicate you are a student at Minnesota State University - Mankato. We will be notified of your acceptance and use this to plan for travel funding.
Register and Confirm Travel with the URC
Once your submission is accepted, look for emails from NCUR and the URC. You will need to register to attend the conference. Make sure to indicate you are a student at Minnesota State University - Mankato, and use your MNSU email address. If you are the primary student presenter, indicate that the institution will be paying your registration. Work with us to determine your travel plans and what funding you will receive through us to present at NCUR. Remember, funding is not guaranteed.
Present
Travel to NCUR and present your work. Build your presentation skills, view other presentations by students from across disciplines, and enjoy the process of undergraduate research. Make sure to add the preentation to your resume and have a good time!
