This summer, small groups of high school students will review a specific aspect of cancer research and develop a question that can be answered through the access of peer reviewed science journals and online databases.  Students who are interested in participating can apply for a free summer hybrid program.  Weekly Discord and in-person group meetings will take place in the Santa Clarita area, culminating with a visit to the UCLA Liquid Biopsy Laboratory on Friday, August 1, 2025 where student groups will present their project in front of a panel of UCLA professors and research professionals.  A tour of the laboratory along with a meet-and-greet will be provided by our sponsor, UCLA Liquid Biopsy Laboratory.

6 Week Program

• June 16 - August 1, 2025

• Tuesdays: 4 Discord class meetings 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

• Mon - Fri: in-person group meetings (day and time determined by individual groups)

• No meetings on June 30 - July 4 

• Projects are due Fri, July 25

• Mock presentations July 28-31

Trip to UCLA Liquid Biopsy Laboratory

• Friday, August 1, 2024 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

• Mandatory trip

• Students must arrange their own transportation to and from the site. No exceptions. 

• Signed field trip permission slips will be required.