June 14 - July 1, 2022
ELLISON INSTITUTE Junior FELLOWS
Course Dates
Application Dates
Applications have now closed for Summer 2022.
Cost
Free to all students
Location
12414 Exposition Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Los Angeles, CA 90064
JUNIOR FELLOWS MISSION
The Ellison Institute Research Foundation has a unique program to foster scientific achievement for rising high school seniors interested in clinical or research oncology. We believe that passion, coupled to outstanding aptitude, are the hallmarks for success. This program fosters scientific education by incorporating hands-on experimentation in a collaborative environment.
APPLICATION PROCESS
We welcome applications from all high schools for this free course. The application consists of an essay and a copy of the student’s transcript. The essay should be used as a forum to convey the student’s passion for science / medicine. We will be accepting applications from January 20th through April 5th, 2022. The program begins on June 14th and requires the students to commit six hours a day until July 1st at the Ellison Institute. Please contact Dr. Kian Kani ([email protected]) for more information.
THE PROGRAM
The Ellison Institute Jr. Fellows are presented with one challenge – how to determine which drug is best suited (most effective) for their mock patient. During this process, the Fellows will become familiar with one of the most important aspects of medicine which currently confronts clinical and research oncologists. Resolution of this challenge will require integration of science, mathematics and technology. The program culminates with a discussion of their findings with Dr. David Agus at the Ellison Institute clinic.
UNIQUE ASPECTS OF THE PROGRAM:
Hands-on learning with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment on a university campus
Integrates students from various socio-economic groups within Southern California
Frameworks and Data for Understanding Root Causes in Health Disparities
Integrates students from various socio-economic groups within Southern California
Frameworks and Data for Understanding Root Causes in Health Disparities
Team based problem solving
Access to medical clinic
Mentoring by USC faculty and staff
Required writing component
Guidance with college applications
Guidance during college/transition to graduate school
2022 Junior Fellows Application