Students gain firsthand exposure to cutting-edge biotechnology research and techniques through immersive, hands-on activities led by Rice University faculty and graduate students.
The Rice Bio Academies - BioTech program offers high school students a one-week, immersive, hands-on experience to delve into genetics using biotechnology lab techniques with real-world applications. Students will engage in activities such as DNA extraction and analysis, micropipetting, bacterial transformation, and PTC gene testing. The curriculum is designed to deepen their understanding of genetics and build confidence in their scientific knowledge, preparing them for potential STEM careers. Participants will also take part in lab sessions led by Rice University faculty and graduate students, gaining firsthand exposure to research tools and techniques. The program emphasizes critical thinking skills and project-based design challenges that reflect the evolving biotechnology landscape.
A typical day involves hands-on STEM activities and design challenges, including lab sessions led by Rice University faculty and graduate students, and guest speakers.
This program is best for high school students in 9th-11th grade who have completed or are currently taking biology and are interested in exploring genetics and biotechnology through practical lab experience.
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