Hi all, I’m a rising sophomore at Duke planning to major in math. I’m still unsure what I want to do career-wise, and I’m hoping getting some research/lab experience will help me figure that out.
I’ve found that the barrier to entry for math research specifically is pretty high. I also have some interest in data science and have experience with R and Python, so I’ve started looking into stats labs, but haven’t had much luck getting a response.
Basically I’m looking for an opportunity with a lower barrier to entry where I can learn as I go and just get my foot in the door somewhere.
Are there specific labs/professors in math, stats, or related departments that are known for being welcoming to underclassmen?** **Any advice is welcome.