ULP’s Life Science Pathway to College and Career educational programs are committed to inspiring and training the next generation of scientists, engineers, and life science innovators to reach their full potential and make meaningful contributions to our world.
Through our hands-on laboratory courses, high school students are provided with real-world research experience and essential lab skills that equip them to excel in future STEM pursuits.
In this hybrid program, students will dive into the exciting field of biosensing technology. Explore the fundamentals of sensors and signals, discover how biology and engineering come together to advance our understanding of the human body, and apply engineering principles to design creative, practical solutions for real-world biomedical challenges.
During this hybrid course, students will explore the journey of cancer care from screenings to diagnosis and treatments. Students will learn how different cancer treatments are developed, tested, and applied in real-world settings, gaining a deeper understanding of the biomedical and clinical processes involved.
This 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. Students will learn classic techniques as well as cutting-edge technologies to edit cellular genome.
Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1
This course consists of a weekly asynchronous module that prepares students for the in-person laboratory activities. Students will acquire and demonstrate knowledge and skills in PCR, gel electrophoresis, protein purification, quantification, experimental design, and execution.
Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1
Students will dive deeper into experimental design and execution with a focus on cutting-edge techniques in the field of cancer immunotherapy. Building on the foundational skills acquired in Molecular Biology 1, students will explore the mechanisms of how immune cells can be engineered to target and destroy cancer cells.
Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1 & 2
Students will learn cell culture and molecular biology techniques that are performed in research and development immuno-oncology laboratories. This experience will offer the next step in training by providing meaningful skill development in a hands-on research project.
This summer 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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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.
All students will be considered for need-based scholarships at the time of application.
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.
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