Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS) is a four-week intensive summer program at the University of Chicago where high school students in grades 10 and 11 train and conduct independent research in a real university laboratory setting. The program begins with two weeks of hands-on training in foundational molecular, microbiological, and cell biological techniques, followed by two weeks of independent research in areas such as genetics, developmental biology, and cancer biology. Students spend the majority of their days working at the bench, supported by lectures and weekly writing assignments that mirror the experience of an actual research scientist. RIBS is one of the most immersive and rigorous science research opportunities available to high school students, offering a rare chance to engage with cutting-edge biological science at one of the country's leading research universities.
Running experiments safely and accurately using real scientific equipment and procedures.
Designing studies, testing hypotheses, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.
Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.
Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.
Gathering and evaluating information systematically to answer a question.
Delivering ideas clearly and confidently in front of an audience.
Students conduct independent research projects using molecular and cell biological techniques in a laboratory setting.
The program provides hands-on training in molecular, microbiological, and cell biological techniques used in research.
Students apply current molecular techniques in cell biology, genetics, developmental biology, and cancer biology research.
The program covers cancer biology and cell biology fundamentals relevant to medical research and practice.
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