Genome Engineering
Research Program

This 4-week research experience provides hands-on training in molecular biology techniques performed in research and development, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology laboratories.

Jumpstart your Future Career in Medicine

Participants will acquire and demonstrate knowledge and skills in bacterial cloning, genomic and plasmid DNA isolation, PCR, restriction digest, and gel electrophoresis as well as experimental design and execution. Students will use classic techniques as well as use cutting-edge technologies such as CRISPR and TcBuster™ to edit cellular genome.

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Course Schedule

April 10, 2023 to May 3, 2023
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 4:00PM - 7:00PM
Duration: 4-weeks

Location: University Lab Partners, 5270 California Ave. Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92617

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For High School and Undergraduate Students

Examine CRISPR's global impact on society, including diagnostics, therapeutics, and personalized medicine.

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Learn cutting-edge
life science research techniques

4-week research methodology training alongside industry mentorship and advisory.

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Utilize state-of-the-art
research instrumentation

Our labs are equipped with over $3M of state-of-the art scientific instrumentation used in R&D.

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Gain knowledge about emerging life science careers

Unique opportunity to work alongside leading industry professionals who will provide mentorship and career advisory.

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Gain a competitive advantage when entering higher education or the workforce

Gain hands-on technical training so you have that relevant 1st experience on your resume.

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Utilize and further develop vital critical thinking skills

Guided independent research with mentors will provide a solid foundation for a future in the life sciences.

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Low student-instructor ratio for meaningful experience

Cohort size is limited to 12 students to ensure low student-instructor ratios and a rich educational experience.

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Scholarship Opportunities Available

ULP has full and partial scholarships for the Genome Engineering Research Program. All students are considered for merit-based scholarships at the time of application. There is no application process. ULP will notify scholarship recipients at the time of acceptance.

The tuition is $1,450 (includes all laboratory materials).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the program dates?

April 10, 2023 to May 3, 2023

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 4:00PM - 7:00PM

Duration: 4-weeks

Location: University Lab Partners, 5270 California Ave. Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92617

What are the program deadlines?

Applications open Friday, February 24, 2023 and will close when the cohort is filled.

ULP will be reviewing applications and sending email notifications of acceptance on a rolling basis. 

How do I apply?

Students can apply here.

ULP will be reviewing applications and sending email notifications of acceptance on a rolling basis. 

What is the tuition for the program?

ULP has full and partial scholarships for the Genome Engineering Research Program. All students are considered for merit-based scholarships at the time of application. There is no application process. ULP will notify scholarship recipients at the time of acceptance.

The tuition is $1,450 (includes all laboratory materials).

What are the prerequisites?

Undergraduate and high school students with a deep interest in pursuing academic research opportunities and/or careers in medicine and biotechnology.

What will I learn?

Participants will acquire and demonstrate knowledge and skills in bacterial cloning, genomic and plasmid DNA isolation, PCR, restriction digest, and gel electrophoresis as well as experimental design and execution. Students will use classic techniques as well as use cutting-edge technologies such as CRISPR and TcBuster™ to edit cellular genome.

  • Hands-on research experience with bacterial cultures, transformations, and plasmid modification
  • Discover how molecular biology techniques are used in biotech companies
  • Learn cutting-edge life science research trends
  • Utilize state-of-the-art research instrumentation
  • Gain knowledge about emerging life science careers
  • Gain a competitive advantage when applying for college/internship and entering the workforce
Where is the class taught?

The class is taught at University Lab Partners located at UCI Research Park.

5270 California Ave., Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92617 

Who is the program taught by?

The program is taught by Samantha Renusch, Educational Program Manager of University Lab Partners.

Samantha has worked as a Research Scientist at NKGen Biotech and has spent 2+ years in cutting-edge industry research and development laboratories. Samantha has also spent extensive time as a Laboratory Manager on UCI's campus teaching and mentoring undergraduate/graduate students. 

Samantha holds a B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UCI.

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