ABOUT
 
​The Tufts University Biomedical Engineering Research Scholars (TUBERS) Program is dedicated to providing unique and rewarding research experiences at Tufts for dedicated, academically-talented high school students. Students will be involved in cutting-edge biomedical research, investigating biomedical questions and developing new methods to study cells, tissues, and organs.

Students will work for ~ 6 weeks over the summer in the Biomedical Engineering labs at Tufts, learning about research techniques and a particular field of study in depth, all while learning experimental protocols, making predictions, and testing hypotheses. Daily schedule will be worked out between you and your lab supervisor.

Students are encouraged to use their projects to participate in local and national science competitions (with PI approval), where they may win honors and scholarship money. Examples of competitions include Massachusetts State and Engineering Fair (in the spring), Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and Technology (in the fall), and the Intel Science Talent Search (in the fall).

Students will be expected to find their own transportation to the Tufts University Medford campus and there is no housing available through the program for out-of-area students. 
​The program is free.

​...We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply...
 

STUDENT OBJECTIVES

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  • Learn about a broad array of biomedical engineering research techniques​.
  • Study a particular field of science in depth for ~6 weeks.
  • Carry out all steps of the scientific method in their project.
  • Present their findings to others in the program, parents, and teachers.
  • Observe first-hand the work of professional researchers.
  • Learn to think critically and independently.
  • Gain academic guidance from undergraduates and graduate students involved with the program and their research mentors.
 

ELIGIBILITY
NEW ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT FOR 2025: Applicants must reside in one of the following cities or towns in MA: Medford, Somerville, Arlington, Cambridge, Malden, Everett, Melrose, Revere, Chelsea, Winchester, Boston and Quincy. There will be no exceptions to this policy and proof of residency in one of these towns will be required to participate in the program. 

​As in previous years, applicants must be 16 years of age by the start of the program on July 1st, 2025 in order to participate and show a strong interest in biomedical research. Participants must be available from July 1st, 2025 to August 15th, 2025. There can be no exceptions made to the age requirement as this is a safety requirement of the University, so please do not ask. If you do not meet the age requirement and you live in one of the towns or cities above, we encoruage you to apply for next summer's program!