June 29 – July 17, 2026
This three-week program welcomes middle teachers into the labs at ÌÇÐÄvlogÃÛÌÒ of Medicine. Through hands-on research experiences and exposure to cutting-edge biotechnology at various Advanced Technology Cores, teachers will develop lesson plans to implement in their classrooms, enhancing their Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) instruction.
- A stipend ($4,500) from the NIH R25 funding will be prorated based on the program components that teachers completed.
Application Deadline: Feb. 27, 2026
Notification of acceptance: March 13, 2026
Program Schedule (2026–2027)
- April 8, 2026 – In-person Kick-Off Reception
5:30 – 7 p.m. - June 29 – July 17, 2026 – Summer Research Experience
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., in person at BCM - August 2026 – April 2027 – Monthly Virtual Professional Learning Community
5 – 6 p.m.
Eligibility:
- Houston-area middle school teachers of any STEM discipline
- U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents
- No prior research experience required
Experimental approaches and hands-on experiences will be provided by:
