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Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS)

Biology

Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS) is a four-week intensive summer research training program at the University of Chicago for rising 11th and 12th graders. Students are immersed in laboratory research, learning molecular, microbiological, and cell biological techniques before working on independent research projects and presenting their findings at a final research forum.

Deadline

Feb 11, 2026

Dates

Jun 15, 2026 – Jul 10, 2026

Grade level

Grades 10–11

Location

Chicago, IL

Eligibility

Open to current 10th and 11th grade students. Completion of high school biology is required (an advanced biology course is recommended).

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