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How do research psychologists figure out what makes us happy and motivated? In this program, you will explore the science of well being, collecting and analyzing data to generate ideas about what changes could have the most impact. This program is based on and in partnership with the UC Berkeley Big Ideas Course, “Sense and Sensibility and Science,” developed by Nobel laureate Saul Perlmutter.

Are you curious how scientists conduct field research and interested in designing your own investigation in the great outdoors? In this residential program, you will step into the shoes of an ecologist and learn how scientists study and protect terrestrial ecosystems in the face of climate change. You will conduct your own research into the local ecosystem, design investigative parameters, collect and analyze data, and present your findings.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a Marine Biologist? In this residential program, you will step into the shoes of a marine biologist and experience firsthand the investigative work, exciting discovery, and fun of ocean science. You will conduct your own research into the local ecosystem, design investigative parameters, collect and analyze data, and present your findings.

Have you noticed how Artificial Intelligence is increasingly impacting our day to day lives in new ways? Curious what makes AI function? In this program, you will explore AI concepts, cutting-edge machine learning technologies, and ethics of this ever expanding field. Learn about ongoing artificial intelligence research from Berkeley scientists and experts. This program is offered in partnership with Berkeley Artificial Intelligence Research Lab.

Are you curious how scientists draw inspiration from nature to solve real-world problems? In this program, you’ll dive into the exciting field of biodesign and engineering, discovering how the natural world sparks innovative solutions to human challenges. Together, we’ll investigate the science that lets geckos defy gravity, explore the design and capabilities of bioinspired robots, and create our own prototypes to address real-world needs. The program is based on—and offered in partnership with—Dr. Robert Full’s course in the Integrative Biology department, now available through Berkeley Engineering.

Are you curious how gene editing works and interested in this cutting-edge frontier of science? In this program, you will investigate the exciting field of biotechnology, learn how scientists use CRISPR to edit organisms’ genes accurately and efficiently, and explore the ethics of various applications of gene editing. This program was developed in partnership with the Innovative Genomics Institute, founded by Nobel laureate Jennifer Doudna.