High School Program in Biomedical Research

A Summer of Science for a Lifetime of Learning

Since 1994, Wistar’s High School Fellowship in Biomedical Research has offered high school students the hands-on opportunity to take part in experimental research projects in areas such as cancer biology, genetics, vaccine development, bioinformatics, and infectious diseases. This summer, students will learn biomedical laboratory techniques through curriculum based, real Wistar science in our new, state-of-the-art training lab. In addition, students will be introduced to valuable research skills including searching and reading scientific literature and effective science communication.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the program, students must be:

• At least 16 years of age;
• Enrolled in a science course; and
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Note: This Program gives preference and may be limited to students enrolled in the School District of Philadelphia. 

To Apply

Please check back in January for more details about the Summer 2023 program.