Programs

researchSTART

The University of Chicago

ResearcHStart is a multi-institutional program welcoming high school students from the Chicago and Urbana-Champaign areas to explore exciting careers in cancer research. Participants work full time in the laboratories of established cancer researchers, gaining hands-on experience in areas at the forefront of the field: cancer immunology, bioengineering, experimental cancer therapeutics, cancer disparities and more. Rigorous research training is complemented by career development and skill-building workshops, a cancer-based faculty lecture series, and a network of faculty and peer mentors dedicated to students’ success. The program culminates in a research symposium for family, friends and members of the scientific community. Participants receive a taxable stipend of $2,500.

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Program Components

Primary Areas of Focus
  • Recruitment (i.e. increasing awareness of and/or stimulating interest in health profession careers and degree programs

Timing

Duration: 8 Full weeks of programing

Program Components
  • Health career exploration (e.g. job shadowing, career fairs)
  • Mentoring (e.g. pairing with current health profession student)
  • Research experience (e.g. summer program)

Program Information

Education Levels
Health Professions

Eligibility Criteria and How to Apply

Contact Information

Megan Mekinda
Email: mmekinda@bsd.uchicago.edu

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