- Applications for summer 2026 will be released later.
- Please send questions to ceba@duke.edu.
Mission
CeBA seeks to introduce high school students to laboratory research in Cell Biology. Participation in this program will help students develop several scientific skills including hypothesis formulation, practical bench skills, data analysis, and dissemination of results. Participants will be mentored by a current researcher in the Duke Cell Biology Department and participate in several activities outside of laboratory research such as career seminars and scientific journal clubs.
Program Description
Duke University's Department of Cell Biology is offering a paid summer research opportunity to high school juniors and seniors. Participants will complete an independent research project under the guidance of a graduate student or postdoctoral scholar. They will get to see what it is like to be a cell biologist working in a research laboratory. Our goal is to encourage the next generation of young scientists by giving them the confidence and experience to launch their careers!
Students will be awarded $2,400 upon completion of this six-week program (2026 dates tbd).
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a high school sophomore, junior, or senior, or at least fifteen (15) years old by June 25, 2026.
- Applicants should have a strong interest in studying biology in college or exploring a biological career.
- Students are expected to be on-site for the duration of a normal work day (approximately 9 AM - 5 PM).
- Students must have transportation to and from the Duke University campus. CeBA does not provide transportation or lodging.
- Students should be from the Research Triangle area.
Important Dates
Parents/guardians and admitted students will be invited to an orientation prior to the program start date.
Applications for 2026 will be released later.
Mentors
If you are interested in serving as a CeBA mentor, please fill out an interest form here or email us at ceba@duke.edu. Duke graduate students, postdocs, and staff scientists are welcome, as are mentor pairs.
Contact Us
Please reach out to us with any questions! Our email is ceba@duke.edu.