Biomedical Research Summer School
Students Aged 16-19 Years
The Biomedical Research summer school at BioGrad Education offers exciting, hands-on experience for students aged 16-19 who are eager to explore the dynamic field of biomedical science and prepare themselves to make the leap into competitive programmes at top institutions. Delivered by expert scientists in real research laboratories, the programme provides participants with the opportunity to gain experience in practical research skills, engage with cutting-edge techniques, and gain an in-depth understanding of modern biomedical research in preparation for their next steps.
Highlights
Laboratory Induction
Insights into immunology
The significance of blood type compatibility in blood transfusions
Practical experience in blood typing
Microbiology: Techniques and Culturing
Aseptic Technique
Preparation of Agar and Nutrient Broth
Bacterial Culturing
Autoclaving and Sterilisation
Microscopy and Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing
Gram Staining: Bacterial Identification
Principles of Gram staining
Fundamental of microbiological diagnostics
ELISA : Diagnostic Applications
Understand how antibodies and antigens interact
hands-on experience performing ELISA experiments
Work through a pandemic scenario
PCR: DNA Amplification and Disease Diagnosis
How PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) works and its significance in amplifying DNA
varied applications of PCR
Hands-on experience running PCR experiments
Journal Club & Careers Workshop
Mini Dissertation Style Research Project
Choose from a range of research topics
Design, conduct, and analyse experiments
Compile findings into a mini dissertation-style report & present
Extracurricular Programme Highlights
Alton Towers Resort
Professional Football Match
Historic City of Chester
WHY WITH US?
Academically robust programme with vast majority of programme hours spent in scientific & medical learning environments (40+ hours)
Led by real Scientists & Doctors who are actively working and researching in other areas of the BioGrad Group and wider Life Sciences sector
Access to industry standard equipment
Behind the scenes access to BioGrad Group facilities inc. NHS affiliated biobank & government accredited laboratories
Small group sizes (max. 10) ensuring quality supervision from scientists & doctors
Certificate of completion, ‘graduation’ ceremony photographs from time on programme, detailed references and letters of recommendation from Senior Scientists & Doctors
Well-rounded exposure to British culture, visiting multiple cities and attending enriching extracurricular activities.
ITINERARY
WEEK 1
Day1 | Saturday
All day：Student Arrival
Evening Activity：Welcome, Programme Overview & Icebreakers
Day2 | Sunday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm Orientation
Afternoon Session：1 pm-4 pm
Group Teambuilding Activities
Evening Activity：Slice of Summer: Pizza Party
Day3 | Monday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Laboratory Induction: H&S, COSHH, Risk Assessments, Lab Book Maintenance, Pipetting
Afternoon Session：1 pm-4 pm
Insights into Immunology and Blood Typing in Emergency Scenario
Evening Activity：Summer Screening: Cinema Night
Day4 | Tuesday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Microbiology 1: Aseptic Technique, Preparing Culture Media
Afternoon Session：1 pm-4 pm
Microbiology 1: Bacterial Culture, Spread and Streak Plates
Evening Activity：BioGrad Bingo: Liverpool Landmark Tour
Day5 | Wednesday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Microbiology 2: Gram Staining, Antibiotic Sensitivity, Microscopy
Afternoon Session：1 pm-4 pm
Microbiology 2: ELISA, Pandemic Scenario
Evening Activity：Putter's Paradise: Crazy Golf
Day6 | Thursday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm PCR: DNA
Amplification and its Applications
Afternoon Session：1 pm-4 pm
PCR: Disease Diagnosis & understanding Novel Diseases
Evening Activity：Slice of Summer: Pizza Party
Day7 | Friday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm Laboratory Skills Practice
Afternoon Session: 1 pm-4 pm Journal Club, Careers and Personal Statement Workshop
Evening Activity：Reflections: Week 1 & Research Project Launch
WEEK 2
Day1 | Saturday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Discover Liverpool: Supervised Free Time
Afternoon Session：1 pm-4 pm
The Big Kick Off: Professional Football Match
Evening Activity：The Big Kick Off: Professional Football Match
Day2 | Sunday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Thrill Seekers: Alton Towers Resort
Afternoon Session: 1 pm-4 pm
Thrill Seekers :Alton Towers Resort
Evening Activity：Discover Liverpool: Supervised Free Time
Day3 | Monday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Research Project: Introduction
Afternoon Session: 1 pm-4 pm
Research Project: Laboratory Research Time
Evening Activity：Brain Busters: Quiz Night
Day4 | Tuesday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Research Project: Laboratory Research Time
Afternoon Session: 1 pm-4 pm
Historic Chester Visit
Evening Activity：Game On: Games Night Challenge
Day5 | Wednesday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Research Project: Laboratory Research Time
Afternoon Session: 1 pm-4 pm
Research Project: Laboratory Research Time
Evening Activity：Headline Dinner: Premium Dining Experience
Day6 | Thursday
Morning Session：09:30 am-12 pm
Research Project: Report Writing
Afternoon Session: 1 pm-4 pm
Research Project: Presenting Findings
Evening Activity：Reflections, Graduation Celebration & Prize Giving
Day7 | Friday
Morning Session：Student Departure
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