Should I do research into the topic prior to being officially accepted as an RA?
The professor got the project approved and described it to me. She told me to think about it and to get back to her. She had mentioned some things I would need to familiarize myself with before I begin.  I want to do the project. Should I begin learning all of the concepts she mentioned / doing research into the topic before getting back to her?


(1) Let her know right away that you want to do the project.  (2) Start learning some of the concepts she mentioned.  You do not need to work on this full time at this point.  Don't take time away from your other obligations, but do make a start.