Broad Institute: The Extraordinary Evolution of Genome Editing — Drug Discovery, Jan. 21

Events

Celebrating its first 15 years, the Broad Institute in Cambridge is hosting Broad@15, a series of free, public lectures.  On January 21, 6-7PM, Broad Institute Core Members David Liu and Feng Zhang will speak on The Extraordinary Evolution of Genome Editing. Register here. All Broad@15 talks will be live streamed. You can view the live stream and video of previous talks via links at broadinstitute.org/15.

UMass Amherst/Mt. Ida Summer Pre-College Program Fair for Grades 9-12, Jan. 25

Summer

The Mt. Ida Campus of the University of Massachusetts (777 Dedham Street in Newton) will host a Summer Pre-College Program Fair for students in Grades 9-12 on January 25, 1PM-3PM. In free workshops, students and parents can explore summer programs from 22 colleges and universities and talk with their representatives. Register here for the fair, for up to three workshops, and for a free shuttle to and from Newton Centre MBTA station. For more information, email Sarah Craig at sccraig@umass.edu.

Mathnasium Opens New Location in West Newton

After School

In addition to Mathnasium franchise locations in in Newton Center, Needham, and Wellesley,  Mathnasium of West Newton has just opened on 111 Elm Street, right around the corner from Blue Ribbon BBQ. It offers math enrichment for Grades 1-8 with individualized learning plans, assessments, and one-on-one instruction to help make math fun and make sense. Mathnasium offers free, initial one-hour math consultations for all students to assess strengths and weaknesses and develop personalized learning plans. Sign up for a free assessment here. For more information, contact Julie at westnewton@mathnasium.com or 617-340-9111.

Application Open for PROMYS: BU’s Summer Math Program for Young (Motivated) Scientists

Summer

Applications are now available for PROMYS, a six-week (July 5-August 15) residential summer program at Boston University for strongly motivated high-school students (ages 14-19) to explore in-depth the creative world of mathematics.  About 80 students are selected from a nationwide/worldwide pool based on online applications consisting of solutions to challenging problem sets, school transcripts, teacher recommendations, and short essays explaining their interest in the program.  Financial aid is available as necessary to ensure all who are selected may attend.  Applications are due March 15. For more information, see the FAQs and then contact promys@bu.edu.

Forsyth Student Scholars Summer Internship in Research

Summer

The Forsyth Institute conducts multidisciplinary scientific research in the field of oral health and its connections with heart disease, diabetes, cancers, and other health challenges. Each summer, the Institute hosts high-school students in its Student Scholars Summer Internship Program to conduct hands-on research alongside world-renowned scientists. Boston-area students currently in Grades 9-11 are invited to apply by March 15 for paid, fulltime internships during July 1 – August 21. For more information contact StudentScholars@forsyth.org.

New STEM Programs at New England Sci-Tech

Events, Opportunities

A NewtonSTEM reader calls the New England Sci-Tech STEM education center (16 Tech Circle, Natick) “a serious, wonderful MetroWest resource for kids crazy about physics, space science, ham radios, woodworking- everything they have to offer.” Each paid NESci-Tech membership covers a student plus an adult. Here are some of NESci-Tech’s upcoming programs:

  • Your Project in Space: Citizen Science Projects for Teens: Grades 8-12. Nine Saturdays, February 8 – May 30. Teams of 2 to 4 will see their science projects go to the edge of the atmosphere on a high-altitude balloon (HAB) to be launched in May. Learn about the atmosphere, HABs, and tracking technology. Analyze the results when you recover it. Free for paid members of NESciTech plus $55 for materials.
  • Workshops for Homeschooled Students: Grades 4-10. 9AM-Noon or 1PM-4PM on Tuesdays (Grades 4-7) or Thursdays (Grades 6-10).
  • Radiation Matters: Citizen Science Projects for Teens: Ages 13-18. Five Sunday, January 5 – February 9. Teams design and implement “Citizen Science” projects involving radiation. Free for paid members of NESciTech plus $55 for materials. (Future workshops will focus on the atmosphere, oceans, energy, and gravity.)
  • FIRST LEGO League Club: Ages 9-16. Fridays, 6:30PM-8PM, plus some optional sessions on Sundays. Join any time of the year. Teams of up to five will follow FLL guidelines and compete at NESciTech Free for paid members of NESciTech.
  • Amateur Radio Programs: A variety of courses and events.

MIT Summer Programs, MITES and MOSTEC: Apply by Feb. 1

Summer

Current Grade 11 students are invited to apply by February 1 for either or both of these summer programs from the MIT Office of Engineering Outreach Programs:

  • MITES (Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science):  Students attend a six-week residential summer program on the MIT campus, taking five courses (physics, calculus, life science, humanities, and a STEM elective), completing a final project, and participating in social events to build their community.
  • MOSTEC (MIT Online Science, Technology, and Engineering Community):  Students participate in a six-month (July-December) online STEM community, taking online courses and participating in a five-day conference (early August) at MIT to present their research. Students also prepare for college and beyond by engaging with STEM professionals, MIT Admissions counselors, and undergraduate mentors.

Start your application by creating an account. For more information, check the FAQs or email summerapp@mit.edu.