For Students Entering Grades 7, 8, or 9

Designed for young scientists eager to learn more about the world around them, these programs are designed to inspire students by making real-life connections to a variety of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics themes. Participants must be entering grades 7, 8, or 9 and must be US citizens or Permanent Resident Aliens (PRA). The cost for these programs are $525 US (Any refund amount will not include the administrative fee). View other workshops

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Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my!

Are viruses alive and how do they affect us?

Students will learn how the power of viruses and other microbes can be used to produce medicine, biofuels, and more. Through hands-on experiments, participants explore the structure and function of proteins to understand their role in everyday life.

• Conduct a virus infection experiment
• Make biofuels
• Produce and purify proteins

Workshop Dates 1: August 12-16, 2024, 9:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Workshop Fee: $525 US (Any refund amount will not include the administrative fee)
Audience for This Program: Students entering grades 7, 8, 9

Eligibility: U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) of the U.S.

Program Code: SSE2024IC
Audience ID: 17
Activity ID: 76