Summer 2026 · Gifted Gabber
Engineering & Nanoscience
Research Program for High School Students
Conduct individual research in engineering and nanoscience under a Tenured University Professor — as part of the Gifted Gabber Nanoscience Research Program.
Potential Areas of Research
Nano-Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Nano-Materials
Sustainable Engineering
Water Purification & Filtration
Green Nanotechnology
Nano-Sensors
Environmental Remediation
Nano-Composites
Energy Harvesting
Structural Nano-Engineering
Other Engineering Fields
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Free · No commitment · 30 minutes
7
Program Tracks
8
Research Sessions
5
Writing Sessions
2
Defense Sessions
5–9
1-on-1 Sessions
4k+
Word Paper + Conference Presentation
Is this right for you?
This program is for you if…
Your student checks at least one of these boxes:
✓
They're aiming for top engineering, materials science, or environmental science programs — and want original research to set their application apart.✓
They're passionate about how nanoscience is being applied to solve real engineering problems — from water purification to sustainable materials and environmental remediation.✓
They've never done original research — and want to know what it actually feels like to work on a real engineering problem alongside a university professor.✓
They want something real on their college application: a published engineering paper, a thesis defense, and a professor's Letter of Recommendation."Engineering programs want builders — students who don't just study problems but design solutions. Original nanoscience research proves you're already thinking like an engineer."
What students achieve
Here's exactly what your child will walk away with
Over 12–15 weeks, students move from zero research experience to a completed, reviewed, and defended engineering and nanoscience paper — guided by an ASU Research Professor and a professional Creative Writing Expert.
4,000+ Word Research Paper
A completed, publication-ready engineering and nanoscience paper — reviewed and approved by the ASU Research Professor.
Oral Thesis Defense
Students present their findings to a faculty panel and answer expert questions — just like real graduate researchers.
Faculty Letter of Recommendation
From your ASU research professor. Automatically triggered when the paper earns its Stamp of Quality.
Conference & Journal Submission
Guided abstract writing and submission to engineering and nanoscience conferences and peer-reviewed journals worldwide.
Curriculum
The 7-track roadmap to publication
Every track is purpose-built. Together they take students from "I have an idea" to "I have a published engineering paper" — over 12 to 15 weeks of structured, expert-guided work.
Track 1Engineering & Nanoscience Research — The PI Method
Foundations of Engineering & NanoscienceIntroduction to nanoscale engineering — how materials behave differently at the nanoscale and why this opens entirely new design possibilities for engineers.
Nano-Materials & Structural EngineeringThe properties and synthesis of engineered nano-materials — nano-composites, nano-fibers, and nano-coatings and how they are used in structural and mechanical applications.
Environmental Engineering & Green NanotechnologyHow nanotechnology is being applied to environmental engineering challenges — pollution control, sustainable materials, and green manufacturing.
Water Purification, Filtration & RemediationNano-enabled water treatment technologies — nano-membranes, nano-catalysts, and nano-adsorbents for removing contaminants and making clean water accessible.
Deep Dive: Research TopicsResearch tools and techniques; students identify and read peer-reviewed articles in their chosen engineering and nanoscience area.
Contents of a Research PaperPaper structure, academic databases, citation tools, and Q&A on the reading set.
Group Discussion — Topic Brainstorm & FinalizationStudents propose and finalize their individual research topics; professor guides on feasibility, originality, and scope within engineering.
Research Review & OutlineDeep dive strategies, data collection guidance, and rough outline per student.
Track 2Technical Writing & Publication
The BlueprintSection-by-section outline of the paper; argument arc and evidence mapping.
The FrameworkDraft the hypothesis and introduction that justifies the study and previews the structure.
The NarrativeTranslate methodology into clear prose; present results with data tables and engineering figures.
The ConclusionSynthesize findings, revisit the hypothesis, and connect results back to the engineering literature.
Full Draft PolishEnd-to-end revision: voice, citations, abstract, and journal formatting for submission.
Track 3Presentation Mastery & Thesis Defense
Visual StorytellingDesign professional slides and engineering diagrams that communicate nanoscience findings to a faculty panel.
The Capstone Oral DefenseLive defense before a faculty panel — present findings and respond to expert engineering questions under pressure.
Track 4Private 1-on-1 Mentorship
PI Deep Dive IPrivate session with the Professor on research topic, engineering methodology, and preliminary findings.
PI Deep Dive IIFollow-up to review the paper draft and finalize the thesis defense approach.
Track 5The Creative Writing Pod — Stamp of Quality
DraftingWork 1:1 with a Pod Creative Writing Expert on every section of the paper.
Internal ReviewPod Expert checks the full draft against GG's professional scientific writing standards.
Final ApprovalLead Creative Writing Expert gives the formal Stamp of Quality — paper is publication-ready.
LOR TriggeredStamp of Quality automatically triggers the faculty Letter of Recommendation.
Unlimited EditingExpert feedback on every revision until the paper is definitively publication-perfect.
Track 6Research Internship
Mentor New ResearchersHigh-performing graduates return as Research Interns — mentoring the next cohort and building leadership credentials.
Track 7Scientific Conference Strategy
Abstract Writing & Conference SubmissionGuided support to write and submit abstracts to engineering and nanoscience conferences and peer-reviewed journals worldwide.
Who teaches this
Meet the faculty
ASU
Research Mentor — Assistant Research Professor, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Arizona State University (ASU)
An Assistant Research Professor at Arizona State University specializing in nano-therapeutics, nano-materials, and nano-engineering applications. Research spans the design of nanoparticles and nano-materials for biomedical, environmental, and structural engineering applications — including water purification, sustainable materials, and drug delivery. Brings deep expertise in both the science and engineering dimensions of nanoscale design, giving students access to cutting-edge research at the intersection of materials science, environmental engineering, and nanotechnology.
Nano-EngineeringNano-MaterialsEnvironmental EngineeringSustainable DesignWater Purification
CW
Creative Writing Expert
PhD in Literary Studies (In Progress) · MA in Literature · BA in English · College Professor since 2013
Published researcher and author. Expertise in academic writing, qualitative research, cultural studies, and literary analysis. Guides students to find their scholarly voice and write with precision, clarity, and genuine authority.
Scientific WritingAcademic PublishingQualitative Research
⏱ Why you need to act now
Spots in the Engineering & Nanoscience track are strictly limited. Students who enroll early get first choice of research topics within engineering and environmental science.
June 21Program starts
Aug 23Program ends
12–15 wksProgram duration
LimitedSpots per cohort
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from the Nanoscience Research Program?
This is a focused engineering track within the Nanoscience Research Program. The 7-track structure, ASU faculty mentorship, Creative Writing Pod, and Stamp of Quality process are identical — but all research sessions, writing, and the thesis defense are specifically focused on engineering applications of nanoscience, including environmental engineering and sustainable materials.
Do students need prior engineering or science experience?
No. Genuine curiosity about how engineering solves real-world problems is all that's needed. The professor builds foundational knowledge alongside the research project — starting from nanoscale engineering principles and progressing through the specific area the student chooses.
How does this help my child's college application?
A published engineering paper, a thesis defense, and an ASU professor's Letter of Recommendation are among the most powerful credentials an engineering applicant can hold. Very few high school students have conducted original engineering research at this level.
Are sessions group or individual?
Research (Track 1), Writing (Track 2), and Defense (Track 3) sessions are group format. Private 1-on-1 Deep Dives (Track 4) and the Creative Writing Pod (Track 5) are individual. Students get both.
Do you guarantee the paper gets published?
We don't guarantee publication — no one can. We do guarantee every student finishes a submission-ready paper with full guided submission support and a faculty review.
Is there support between sessions?
Yes. WhatsApp group for parents, Discord for students, and Program Coordinators, Research Interns, and Coach Jo available anytime via WhatsApp, Discord, email, or phone.