Virginia Commonwealth University is hosting a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site conducting research projects on end-user programming for cyber-physical systems. Due to the growth in the number and diversity of programmable devices, end-users (i.e., those not trained as programmers) are increasingly becoming de facto programmers, configuring and commanding their own systems. At the same time, computing is increasingly interacting with the physical world, as consumer robotics and home automation systems are becoming commonplace. In this new context, where end-users program cyber-physical systems, both the programming languages they use to specify programs and the programming tools that help them avoid common mistakes will become vital to their productivity, security, and safety. This REU site will host 9 undergraduate students as contributors who will ultimately research, design, and evaluate novel techniques for end-user programming of cyber-physical systems.

Application Deadline: March 1, 2024

Questions about the application? email: Dr. Damevski at kdamevski@vcu.edu

Applicants must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents and not have completed an undergraduate degree prior to the start of the program.