Students gain hands-on experience in forensic science, blending scientific inquiry with real-world detective work at a university setting.
The Forensics Investigators program at Rice University offers an engaging and immersive one-week experience for middle school students in grades 6-7 (2025-2026 school year) interested in crime scene investigation and scientific inquiry. Participants will delve into the fascinating realm of forensic science, where scientific principles meet real-world detective work. Students will unravel crime scene mysteries, learn cutting-edge forensic techniques, and develop critical thinking skills essential for evidence gathering and analysis. The program covers skills from evidence collection to identifying, classifying, and analyzing various types of evidence, including fingerprints, DNA, and blood. This unique opportunity allows budding young minds to become the forensic scientists of tomorrow.
A typical day involves hands-on activities where students learn about evidence collection, classification, and analysis, applying scientific principles to solve crime scene mysteries.
This program is ideal for middle school students in grades 6-7 who are intrigued by crime scene investigation and scientific inquiry.
Rice University
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