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Middle School Research Club
4.7 (5 Ratings)
- Age: 12 – 15
- Format / Schedule: Winter / Spring / Fall
- Location: Torrance, CA
- Dates: The Middle School Research Club meets weekly throughout the year except the summer months of June, July and August
- Duration: 2 hours per week
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Times: 9.00am – 11.00am
Weekly club held every Saturday - Club size: 6
Eligibility
The Middle School Research Club is restricted to students who have completed the Stem Cell Research Program. The club is suited to science enthusiasts with curious minds who are passionate about research. Students are required to arrange their own transportation to and from the LA Biotech Center.
Admission
Eligible students are accepted on a first-come-first-served rolling basis up to 1 week before the first meeting. Additional questions? Click here to learn more about our general admissions policy or call us at 310-483-3651.
Description
The middle school research club enables graduates of the Stem Cell Research Program to continue their summer research throughout the school year.
Picking up where they left off in the summer, participants investigate how muscle stem cells repair and regenerate damaged tissue through authentic scientific inquiry and hands-on experiments.
The weekly club provides a structured environment where students work in small teams mentored by professional scientists.
If your child enjoyed the Stem Cell Research Program, the middle school research club is a wonderful way for them to deepen their skills, build confidence and stay engaged with science all year long.
Curriculum
The Middle School Research Club Program provides:
– Ongoing research experience in: (1) research study design (2) hypothesis formulation (3) experimental planning (4) reagent and assay optimization (5) experimental implementation (6) advanced laboratory techniques (7) data acquisition (8) data processing and analysis (9) data interpretation (10) troubleshooting and rigorous thinking (11) poster preparation (12) research presentation and science communication.
– Theoretical discussions that build science literacy and provide a conceptual overview of the hands-on activities and research process.
– Preparation for diverse learning environments through a multidisciplinary activities that combines science, math, writing, IT (Microsoft office software) and public speaking.
– Exposure to biotechnology, scientific research, and real-world science.
– Applicable skills and knowledge for future STEM programs such as high school biology and science fair research.
– An opportunity to connect with other science enthusiasts.
–Professional mentorship.
Features
– Authentic research
– Inquiry led experiments
– Critical thinking and research planning
– Engaging teaching
– Advanced real-world lab skills
– Foundational biology concepts
– Exciting science discussions
– Professional science mentors
– Real-world science
– Biotech exposure
– Teamwork, collaboration, and social skills
– Fun and friendships with other science enthusiasts
Engaging
Intro to Cell Biology is an excellent course that provides a clear and engaging introduction to the fundamental building blocks of life. The content is well-structured, making complex topics like cell structure, metabolism, and molecular processes easy to understand. It’s a great starting point for anyone interested in biology!
