Learn about cell culture and molecular biology techniques performed in research and development immuno-oncology laboratories. In this hands-on experience, students will develop vital research skills and learn how biotechnology laboratories harness the surveillance mechanisms of immune cells to create cancer therapeutics.
Admission will be offered on a rolling basis until cohorts are filled.
This 8-week hybrid course provides hands-on training industry-standard knowledge and skills in bacterial cloning, genomic and plasmid DNA isolation, PCR, restriction digest, and gel electrophoresis as well as experimental design and execution.
Prerequisite: Molecular Biology 1
This 8-week hybrid course provides hands-on training with industry-standard knowledge and skills in qPCR, protein purification, quantification, experimental design and execution. Participants will learn the best practices in the standard molecular biology techniques performed in biomanufacturing, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology laboratories.
Prerequisite: Molecular Biology 1
Students will learn cell culture and molecular biology techniques that are performed in research and development immuno-oncology laboratories. Students will acquire vital research skills and learn how biotechnology laboratories harness the surveillance mechanisms of immune cells to create cancer therapeutics.
Our mission is to develop the next generation of life science talent through education and workforce development programming, focused on engaging high school and college students with a deep interest in STEM careers. ULP’s STEM scholarships ensure students are ready for a biotech career through mentorship opportunities and hands-on laboratory experiences that refine research skills.
This 8-week internship equips students with vital workplace skills in a biotech setting. Students will learn laboratory operations, effective communication, and engage with multidisciplinary scientists. Students will have the opportunity to earn a UCI digital credential in the Fundamentals of Cell Culture.
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One of the biggest challenges for students is to gain meaningful laboratory research and/or internship opportunities. These opportunities better prepare students for college-level STEM courses and the demands and rigors of lab science courses.
Learn more about ULP's pathway for high school students and how to prepare yourself for your future career in science.
Providing the next generation of STEM leaders the multidisciplinary skills needed to thrive in the biotech entrepreneurial world. During this 11-week hybrid program, students will work alongside Orange County’s top leaders in innovation, medicine, science, and law. Students will learn adaptability, resilience, and problem-solving through project-based coursework by solving real-world unmet pediatric clinical needs.
Connect with others interested in a career in medical innovation and engage with the leaders in SoCal’s life sciences innovation ecosystem.
