🌍 Expanding Access to Science Education
We are thrilled to announce our expansion beyond NYU as we work to reach more students and provide greater access to neuroscience education. Our mission is to empower the next generation by offering meaningful exposure to the field, ensuring that young minds have the opportunity to explore neuroscience.
🧠 Collaborating with Johns Hopkins (JHIBS-V)
In partnership with the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, we are collaborating with the Johns Hopkins Internship in Brain Sciences – Virtual (JHIBS-V), a five-week summer enrichment program designed for 11th and 12th-grade students. Hosted by the Johns Hopkins Department of Neurology, JHIBS-V immerses students in neuroscience and behavioral science through engaging lectures, interactive lab experiences, and dedicated mentorship.
The Brain and Spine Scholars Bootcamp: A New Baltimore Initiative
The Brain and Spine Scholars (B&SS) Bootcamp will take place from July 21 to 25, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine campus.
📌 What our Bootcamp Offers:
- Hands-on science activities – including sheep brain and cow heart dissections, neuron model building, and clinical workshops such as learning to measure vitals.
- Lectures – covering fundamental biology, brain anatomy, and cutting-edge neuroscience discoveries, taught by scientists and medical professionals.
- Mentorship and networking – opportunities to connect with faculty, researchers, medical doctors, graduate students, and pre-med students for guidance and career insights.
📝 Who Can Apply?
We are actively recruiting students for the Brain and Spine Scholars Bootcamp in Baltimore.
✅ Eligibility:
- Rising 11th and 12th-grade students with an interest in science, healthcare, or a curiosity about neuroscience.
- No GPA or prior experience requirements – all students, regardless of academic background or demographic background, are welcome to apply.
- Students interested in careers in science, health, and medicine are especially encouraged to apply.
📌 How to Apply:
Interested students should fill out our survey to receive updates and application details: Brain & Spine Scholars Interest Form.
For questions about this program, please contact our Co-founder and Johns Hopkins Program Lead, Yllka Valdez, at yvaldez1@jhu.edu
