SRC offers an unparalleled opportunity for high school students to engage in significant, real-world research projects under the direct mentorship of leading Caltech scientists and engineers.
The Caltech Summer Research Connection (SRC) is a prestigious six-week program designed for Pasadena Unified School District high school students to engage in cutting-edge scientific research. Participants are immersed in Caltech labs, working alongside distinguished scientists and engineers under the guidance of research mentors. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, allowing students to actively participate in the entire research process, from hypothesis formulation and experimental execution to data collection and analysis. This intensive experience provides invaluable insights into various STEM disciplines and the daily life of a researcher. Students gain advanced research skills, critical thinking abilities, and a deeper understanding of scientific inquiry. The program aims to prepare students for future academic and career success in STEM fields, enhancing their college applications and providing a strong foundation for further research opportunities.
A typical day at SRC begins with a morning seminar or workshop focused on developing skills relevant to participants' research areas, followed by hands-on research in the lab, working closely with Caltech researchers.
The program is ideal for high school students from the Pasadena Unified School District who are passionate about technology and research and considering a career in STEM.
Caltech, 1200 East California Boulevard, Pasadena, California 91125
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