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Course Description

The Biotechnology for Science & Health Academy is designed to provide students with a scientific background the opportunity to conduct experiments to illuminate the role that Biotechnology plays in the fields of Health and Science. Background information and concepts are presented in a lecture format and students then conduct hands-on laboratory exercises to demonstrate the concepts. Students will experience cloning a gene and analyzing the resulting product, examining the role of DNA and protein diagnostics in modern healthcare, how DNA is used in forensics and several other applications of Biotechnology in a variety of industries. This course will also include applications of Biotechnology in current industries including Medicine and Health, Forensics, Agriculture and Food Science, and Basic Scientific Research.

 

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How You'll Benefit

Apply scientific concepts through hands-on experiments Engage with renowned faculty and industry experts Gain further experience working in a lab setting and use a variety of biotechnological tools Learn how to present and explain scientific concepts Visit an institute, company, or research laboratory in Washington, D.C., or attend a session with scientific representatives who discuss their career path and current work Receive a Certificate of Participation upon successful completion

 

Program Format & Subject Areas

As a student in the Biotechnology for Science & Health Academy, you'll spend your day immersed in a blend of classroom lectures, field trips or visitor discussions, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Throughout the two-week program, you'll have the opportunity to explore the following subject areas:

 

Advanced DNA purification methods

Applications of bioinformatics

Applications of biotechnology in food safety

Basic laboratory safety

DNA ligation and transformation (cloning)

Exploring the biochemical function of enzymes

Forensics

Introduction to biotech tools

Protein purification

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Section Schedule
Jun 16, 2024 to Jun 28, 2024
Type
Classroom
Days
Su
Time
2:30PM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jun 16, 2024
Type
Classroom
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jun 17, 2024 to Jun 27, 2024
Type
Classroom
Days
F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jun 28, 2024
Location
Course Tuition
Tuition non-credit $6,050.00 Click here to get more information
Tuition + International Health Insurance Fee non-credit $6,140.00 Click here to get more information
Instructors
Section Notes

Sunday, June 16

Students must arrive on Sunday at 2:30 PM EST for Check-In and Orientation.*

There will be no accommodations before the designated check-in time.

Monday, June 17 - Thursday, June 27

Students will be in class from 9 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday of each week.*

Friday, June 28

Students will have their final class, closing ceremony, and depart campus *

There will be no accommodations after the designated check-out time.

All admitted summer high school students must complete and submit Student Life Forms for program participation and apply for a GOCard. Please visit our Pre-Arrival Requirements page for more information. We recommend that you complete and upload these forms as soon as possible. Students who have not completed and uploaded their forms will not be permitted to attend any aspect of their program.

*All times are subject to change.

Section Schedule
Jun 16, 2024 to Jun 28, 2024
Type
Classroom
Days
Su
Time
2:30PM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jun 16, 2024
Type
Classroom
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jun 17, 2024 to Jun 27, 2024
Type
Classroom
Days
F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jun 28, 2024
Location
Course Tuition
Tuition non-credit $4,220.00 Click here to get more information
Tuition + International Health Insurance Fee non-credit $4,310.00 Click here to get more information
Instructors
Section Notes

Sunday, June 16

Students must arrive on Sunday at 2:30 PM EST for Check-In and Orientation.*

There will be no accommodations before the designated check-in time.

Monday, June 17 - Thursday, June 27

Students will be in class from 9 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday of each week.*

Friday, June 28

Students will have their final class, closing ceremony, and depart campus *

There will be no accommodations after the designated check-out time.

All admitted summer high school students must complete and submit Student Life Forms for program participation and apply for a GOCard. Please visit our Pre-Arrival Requirements page for more information. We recommend that you complete and upload these forms as soon as possible. Students who have not completed and uploaded their forms will not be permitted to attend any aspect of their program.

*All times are subject to change.

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