Coastal Marine Biolabs (CMB) seeks to broaden the dissemination of science knowledge and inspire the next generation of biomedical scientists. Join other high school students in our 10-day summer research institutes. These immersive and academically rigorous experiences will unfold under the direct supervision of Ph.D.-level CMB scientists in our newly renovated biosciences lab in Ventura Harbor, CA.
Hosted at the CMB lab, residential research institutes provide high school students with a rare glimpse into the daily practice of science and a unique opportunity to experience how research is conducted in real-world scientific settings. These fast-paced and intensely focused 10-day experiences unfold under the supervision of Ph.D.- level scientists within an academically challenging but nurturing environment that highlights the collaborative nature of science inquiry and the connections that exist among scientific disciplines. Each institute is designed to emulate a graduate-level learning environment where students participate in engaging and interactive discussions with CMB scientists and visiting researchers, learn advanced life science concepts and methods that erode disciplinary boundaries, contribute real data to ongoing scientific projects, and communicate their research and its significance in a public forum. Our primary goal is to help students envision their future roles and responsibilities as members of a global scientific social network that is dedicated to improving human and planetary health. Admission is highly competitive and currently limited to 11th and 12th grade high school students. A maximum of 10 students are accepted for enrollment in each institute. The selection of applicants is based on a variety of criteria, including evidence of leadership, a demonstrated commitment to community service, extracurricular involvement, academic performance, prior coursework, a thoughtfully constructed and well-developed essay, and strong letters of recommendation. Please contact us for information on upcoming residential research experiences.
