The program offers mentorship from University of Houston students and faculty, providing exposure to college-level learning environments and research practices.
The Molecular Engineering Academy introduces high school students to the interdisciplinary fields of molecular engineering and computational chemistry through hands-on simulations and interactive exploration. Participants delve into how molecules interact, bind, and behave, covering concepts crucial to drug design, polymer science, and material behavior. Students investigate the properties of polymer chains like DNA, proteins, and plastics under various conditions, examining how molecular structure influences flexibility and folding. The curriculum also includes simulating molecular motion and diffusion in different environments, understanding the impact of size, temperature, and friction. Through computational experiments, students explore hydrophobic interactions and molecular organization. The program culminates in a mini research project where students present their computational experiments, data visualizations, and conclusions in a scientific format, gaining exposure to advanced STEM topics and research practices typically found at the university level.
A typical day involves hands-on simulations and interactive exploration of molecular engineering and computational chemistry concepts, culminating in work on a short research project.
This camp is ideal for high school students interested in molecular science, computational modeling, and scientific inquiry, and those considering careers in computational science, chemical engineering, or molecular biology.
4800 Calhoun Rd, Houston, TX 77004
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