Summer 2026 · Gifted Gabber
Neuroscience & Biomedical Research Program
for High School Students
Conduct individual research in neuroscience or biomedical science under the guidance of a Tenured University Professor.
Potential Areas of Research
Cognitive Neuroscience
Clinical Neurology
Neuropharmacology
Neurogenetics
Neuropathology
Pediatric Neurology
Biomedical Engineering
Biomarkers
Human Physiology
Disease Mechanisms
Other Neuro-Biomedical Fields
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Free · No commitment · 15 minutes
Professor Sessions
Sundays, August 16–October 11, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET
No session September 6
No session September 6
Scientific & Creative Writing
Tuesdays, September 15–October 13, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
7
Program Tracks
8
Research Sessions
5
Scientific Writing Sessions
2
Defense Sessions
5–9
One-on-One Sessions
4,000+
Word Research 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 interested in neuroscience, biomedical science, pre-med, BS/MD, or a top STEM program.✓
They want to explore brain health, neurological diseases, biomarkers, physiology, biomedical technology, or disease prevention.✓
They need more than grades and test scores to stand out.✓
They want to experience original research alongside a university professor.✓
They want to complete a scientific paper, thesis defense, and a possible conference or journal submission.✓
They want a meaningful research experience for college, pre-med, BS/MD, neuroscience, or biomedical engineering applications."A Published Paper, a Thesis Defense, and a Professor's Letter of Recommendation are the three most powerful things a high school student can have on a college application."
What students achieve
Here's exactly what your child will walk away with
Over 8–12 weeks, students move from zero research experience to a completed, reviewed, and defended scientific paper — guided every step by a tenured university professor and a professional Scientific Writing Expert.
4,000+ Word Scientific Paper
A completed, publication-ready manuscript on a neuroscience or biomedical research topic — reviewed and approved by the 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 research professor. Automatically triggered when the paper earns its Stamp of Quality.
Conference & Journal Submission
Guided abstract writing and submission to scientific 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 paper" — over 8 to 12 weeks of structured, expert-guided work.
Track 1Scientific Research — The PI Method
Foundations of Human Biology & NeuroscienceHuman anatomy and physiology, the brain and nervous system, and cellular and molecular disease mechanisms.
Disease Mechanisms & Neurological DisordersNeurodegeneration and neurological disease, biomedical biomarkers, and the diagnostic tools used to detect and track disease.
Diagnostics, Imaging & TherapeuticsMedical imaging and neurological assessment, drug action and neuropharmacology, genetics and personalized medicine, and biomedical engineering applications.
Choosing a Research QuestionSelecting a neuroscience or biomedical research question, reviewing scientific and medical literature, and evaluating scientific evidence.
Study Design & MethodsForming a hypothesis; variables, controls, and study design; and comparing clinical, laboratory, and computational methods.
Research Ethics & Public HealthResponsible and patient-related research ethics, clinical study design, and public health and disease prevention.
Topic FinalizationGroup discussion and feedback; each student finalizes an individual neuroscience or biomedical research topic and direction.
Organizing the Scientific PaperOrganizing findings into a scientific paper — structure, resources, and a rough outline for each student.
Track 2Scientific Writing & Publication
Introduction & Literature ReviewTurn complex neuroscience and biomedical information into a clear introduction and literature review, explaining scientific and medical concepts plainly.
Building the ArgumentBuild an evidence-based argument and use scientific terminology correctly and precisely.
Methods, Results & DiscussionPresent methods, results, and discussion with clear data tables and figures.
Structure, Flow & RevisionImprove structure and flow, and revise for clarity and credibility.
Abstracts & SubmissionPrepare abstracts for conferences and journals and finalize formatting for publication.
Track 3Presentation Mastery & Thesis Defense
Presenting the SciencePresent scientific and medical ideas clearly — the research question, findings, and real-world importance — supported by charts, data, and scientific evidence.
The Capstone Oral DefenseDefend findings before a faculty panel: answer questions from experts and explain the limitations of the study under pressure.
Track 4Private One-on-One Research Mentorship
Research Deep Dive IPrivate sessions with the Professor to narrow the neuroscience or biomedical research question, review scientific sources, and understand key neurological or biomedical concepts.
Research Deep Dive IIStrengthen the research method, review data and findings, connect the research to clinical or real-world applications, and improve the final paper.
Track 5Scientific Writing Lab — Stamp of Quality
Structure & Literature ReviewWork 1:1 with a Scientific Writing Expert on scientific structure, the literature review, and evidence-based arguments.
Terminology & ClaritySharpen medical and technical terminology, clarity, and organization throughout the paper.
Citations & AbstractFinalize citations and references and craft a publication-ready abstract.
Stamp of QualityLead Scientific Writing Expert gives the formal Stamp of Quality — the paper is publication-ready and the faculty Letter of Recommendation is triggered.
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 — with possible opportunities across neuroscience, biomedical science, health research, scientific writing, and research communication.
Track 7Scientific Conference Strategy
Abstracts, Posters & SubmissionWrite a scientific abstract, select appropriate conferences, prepare posters or presentations, identify student research journals, follow submission requirements, and present scientific findings professionally.
Who teaches this
Meet the faculty
USC
Research Mentor — Tenured University Professor, Physiology and Neuroscience
University of Southern California (USC)
7+ years at USC. Co-led an NIH R21 grant to develop a Parkinson's disease biomarker. 20+ peer-reviewed publications spanning neurological disease, biomarkers, physiology, neuropharmacology, disease mechanisms, clinical research, and biomedical applications. Mentored students from high school through doctoral level, promoting a culture of high performance and personal development.
Neurological DiseaseBiomarkersPhysiologyNeuropharmacologyDisease MechanismsClinical Research
SW
Scientific Writing Expert
Published Researcher · Academic & Scientific Writing · College Professor since 2013
Expertise in scientific writing, research organization, literature reviews, and publication preparation. Guides students to communicate neuroscience and biomedical research with precision, clarity, and genuine scholarly authority.
Scientific WritingLiterature ReviewsPublication PrepResearch Communication
⏱ Why You Need to Act Now
We accept a limited number of students who demonstrate the curiosity and commitment required to complete a 4,000-word neuroscience or biomedical research project.
Professor Sessions
Sundays, August 16–October 11, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET
No session September 6
No session September 6
Scientific & Creative Writing
Tuesdays, September 15–October 13, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
8–12 wksProgram duration
LimitedCohort size
Program comparison
What's Included
| Feature | Basic | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Group Research Sessions | 8 | 8 |
| Group Writing & Defense Sessions | 5 | 5 |
| 1-on-1 with Research Professor | 2× | 4× |
| 1-on-1 with Scientific Writing Expert | 3× | 5× |
| Total 1-on-1 Sessions | 5 | 9 |
| Price (Paid in Full) | $2,850 | $3,350 |
Payment plans available at checkout — 4-payment and 6-payment installment options.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Do students need prior research experience?
No. You just need curiosity. The PI Model breaks the 4,000-word project into small, guided steps — students go from zero to published paper without any prior research experience.
How does this help my child's college application?
A published paper, a thesis defense, and a professor's Letter of Recommendation are among the most powerful credentials a high school student can have. Very few applicants have any of these — your child would have all three.
Are these group sessions or individual?
Research (Track 1), Writing (Track 2), and Defense (Track 3) sessions are group format. Private One-on-One Deep Dives (Track 4) and the Scientific Writing Lab (Track 5) are individual. Students get both.
What if my child misses a session?
Recordings are available on the Learning Management Portal. Attendance is mandatory in all sessions per week — every session builds directly on the last.
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.