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. Most days will be from 9am - 3pm although some days may be shorter (ending around 12 or 12:30 pm).

Students are encouraged to use their projects to participate in local and national science competitions, 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

​Applicants must be 16 years of age by the start of the program on July 1st, 2024 in order to participate and show a strong interest in biomedical research. Participants must be available from July 1st, 2024 to August 16th, 2024.