Registration is open for the 2024 Frontiers of Life Sciences International Undergraduate Summer Camp. Westlake University School of Life Sciences organizes this short, two-week program designed to bring together bright minds worldwide. The summer camp helps students explore cutting-edge life science research and innovations.

In 2024, esteemed professors from top universities will lead the program. Students selected for their exceptional academic and leadership qualities must become future pioneers in life sciences.

Program Features

• Conduct Laboratory Experiments: Students conduct advanced experiments and interact with Principal Investigators in state-of-the-art facilities.
• Learn Cutting-edge Techniques: Gain hands-on experience with globally renowned professors, complete real-time research projects, and enhance your understanding of key techniques.
• Gain Leadership & Networking Skills: Develop leadership and networking abilities through peer interaction and direct engagement with leading scientists via lectures and forums.
• Experience Westlake and Hangzhou: Immerse yourself in Chinese culture with tours to UNESCO World Heritage Sites and scenic areas hosted in the thriving tech hub of Hangzhou.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: May 5th, 2024 (24:00 Beijing Time (CST)
• Result Announcement Dates: Within two weeks after the application deadline
• Event Dates: July 23rd – August 6th, 2024
• Funding Type: Tuition-free
• Host Institution: Westlake University School of Life Sciences
• Eligible Countries: Open to all countries
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Undergraduate students in their junior (3rd year) or senior year (4th year) majoring in biology or life sciences-related fields
• Focus Area: Life Sciences
• Study Level: Undergraduate
• Host Country: Hangzhou, China

Benefits and Financial Aids

You will benefit from the Westlake University International Undergraduate Summer Camp as follows:

• The program does not require any tuition fees.
• Provide all meals and accommodation for event activities
• Ping An Annuity Insurance Co., Ltd provides personal accident and short-term health insurance.
• Westlake University will reimburse:
  • Domestic students for second-class railway seats between domestic cities.
  • International students for economy class seats.

Further benefits are as follows:

• Conduct laboratory experiments and interact with Principal Investigators and researchers.
• Learn cutting-edge research techniques from globally-renowned professors.
• Gain leadership and networking skills through interactions with peers and leading scientists.
• Experience Chinese culture through tours to UNESCO World Heritage Sites and regional scenic areas.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet the following requirements before applying to the summer camp:

• Applications are open to all nationalities from any country
• Applicants should be undergraduate students majoring in biology or life sciences-related fields
• They are in their junior (3rd year) or senior year (4th year) or will be in their junior/senior year starting Autumn 2024.

Required Documents

Prepare and submit these documents:

• Personal ID Photo
• Scanned copy of National ID Card or Passport photo page
• Scanned copy of the latest undergraduate transcript
• Personal statement explaining reasons for applying (in English)

How to Apply?

• Click the provided link or “Apply Now” button on the website.
• Complete the application form by entering your personal and academic details.
• Submit the required materials as specified in the application system.

Notes:

• You cannot modify your applications after submission.
• You will receive notification of your results via email within two weeks after the deadline.

Apply Now

For further inquiries, please visit the provided website.

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