Polygence Pods

Polygence Pods are a focused, organized exploration on popular career and research topics. You will build a foundation in your research and career goals through a structured research experience with thoughtfully designed lessons and customizable projects. You will be guided by our world-class mentors and meet like-minded peers who share your passion.

If you’re ready to dip your toes into your passion, Polygence Pods are the perfect place to start! Over six weeks, you’ll explore your topic through a mentor-designed curriculum and finish with a unique outcome. Pod mentors are experts in their field and are excited to share their passion with you.

• Build a meaningful outcome: Project outputs vary project-to-project, but all students produce their own, unique final product at the end of the 6 weeks.
• Explore an exciting topic of your interest: We have expert mentors available in topics ranging from Genetics and Neuroscience, to Finance and Analytics, and more!
• Do more with a condensed timeframe: Highly concentrated content that doesn't drag out over months. The sessions occur weekly over 5-6 weeks so you can easily incorporate them into your busy schedule.

Who are Pods for?

• Students who are just dipping their toes into a topic and want foundational knowledge
• Students who are unsure what they’re interested in and want a lower-commitment way to test a topic out
• Students who need a lower commitment research program with a condensed timeline