Biotechnology in Boston
Work with scientists from hypothesis to molecule creation.
Summer program for teens to immerse themselves in the Boston's cutting edge biotech scene
Program Highlights
Residential Tuition :
$5,198
Extended Commuter Tuition:
$3,598
Commuter Tuition:
$2,998
Session 1: June 26 - July 8, 2022
Session 2: July 10 - July 22, 2022
Boston
Boston, MA
Course Overview
Are you interested in medicine, science and technology? Is your goal to create a life saving drug? This is a unique opportunity for high school students to gain real exposure and hands-on experience working in a biotechnology lab utilizing state of the art equipment. The goal of this program is to provide students intensive laboratory skills experience, and to understand fundamental chemical processes common in prokaryotic and eukaryotic biology, and classical and molecular genetics with an emphasis on gene expression and genetic engineering.
Topics you'll explore
Hands-On Learning
The biotechnology industry draws from a variety of different specialties, with microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, and I.T. all having a significant impact. In addition to lab work, students will have an opportunity to visit biotech incubators and hear from industry professionals.
Career Exploration
With industry professionals leading extensive discussions, along with visits to biotech incubators and the opportunity for students to experience hands on laboratory experimentation, this course provides wide ranging facets of learning related to the biotech industry that set students up for future success.
