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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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23 neuroscience Events Found

Apr 25

Saturday Science: From A to ZI

Hands-on brain science event series for students, families and local community groups. Activities and demonstrations are designed to be engaging and informative, exploring the workings of the brain through hands-on activities and unique scientific resources.
Zuckerman Institute, Columbia University
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4/25/26
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Apr 30

Watson Lecture - Sarkis Mazmanian

Learn about the gut microbiome-brain connection in neurodegenerative disease. Evening Schedule: 6 p.m. -- Activities and music. Food, drinks, and books available for purchase. 7 p.m. -- Doors open. 7:30 p.m. -- Talk and Q&A. 8:30 p.m. -- Post-talk concessions and conversation. The live event is in-person and a recording will be made available. Part of the Watson Lecture Series which has brought Caltech research to the public for more than 100 years.
Beckman Auditorium
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4/30/26
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Jun 1

The Neuroscience School

Summer program offering short courses for high school students interested in neuroscience. Taught by award-winning neuroscience and psychology professors. Covers structure and function of the nervous system with core competencies in neuroscience training.
Georgia State University
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6/1/26
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Jun 1

Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE)

Eight-week full-time summer research internship with one-on-one mentorship on real neuroscience projects. Includes workshops on science communication, career exploration, and college application tips.
Duke University
Free
6/1/26
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Jun 8

Harmony and Healing: Exploring Music Therapy for Dementia Care SRIP

2-week residential program exploring music therapy for dementia care. Students investigate neuroscience behind music and memory, examine research on music therapy interventions, and collaborate with local long-term care facilities. Move-in June 7, program runs June 8-19.
NCSSM Morganton Campus
Free - students...
6/8/26
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Jun 22

Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 1

One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
6/22/26
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Jun 28

Explore Science Summer Camp - Residential (Rising 7th-8th Grade)

5-day residential summer camp for rising 7th-8th graders featuring hands-on science activities including neuroscience, DNA, microbiology, paleontology, physics, nanoscience, crime scene investigation, coding, game theory, and more. Runs Sunday June 28 to Thursday July 2, 2026. Check-in at 3:00 PM on Day 1, check-out at 3:00 PM on Day 5.
Virginia Tech
$1,150.00 - Cove...
6/28/26
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Jun 28

RISE Internship / Practicum Program - Research in Science & Engineering

A 6-week summer research program for domestic high school junior students passionate about sciences. RISE offers two tracks: Internship (40 hours/week working on research projects with faculty mentorship) and Practicum (structured research environment with lectures and group research). Students can choose from research areas including astronomy, biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, computer science, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, medical laboratory research, neuroscience, physics, psychology, and public health. Program concludes with a Poster Symposium. Residential program runs June 28 - August 7, 2026. Commuter program runs June 29 - August 7, 2026. Practicum students can choose between Computational Neurobiology or Data Science tracks.
Boston University
Free
6/28/26
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Jun 28

Academic Immersion (AIM) - Experimental Psychology Track

Rising juniors and seniors focus intensively on experimental psychology, combining classroom work with hands-on experiential learning. Available in residential or commuter formats. Three-week program from June 28-July 17, 2026.
Boston University
Free
6/28/26
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Jun 29

Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 2

One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
6/29/26
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Jun 29

Explore Science Summer Camp (Rising 7th-8th Grade)

Hands-on exploration of topics in microbiology, neuroscience, nanoscience, chemistry, physics, psychology, economics, math and more! Residential camp with dorm living and dining hall meals. Sunday, June 28 - Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Virginia Tech College of Science
Free
6/29/26
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Jul 1

Brain Research Apprenticeships in New York at Columbia (BRAINYAC)

Five-week immersive hands-on brain research experience with neuroscientist mentors. Students matched with Columbia laboratory for guided research projects. For NYC-based students in partner programs.
Zuckerman Institute, Columbia University
Free
7/1/26
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Jul 4

Smith Summer Science & Engineering Program (SSEP)

The Smith Summer Science and Engineering Program (SSEP) is designed for exceptional high school students with strong interests in science and engineering. Two sessions available: Session 1 (July 4-17, 2026) and Session 2 (July 19-August 1, 2026). Students participate in lab-based courses with Smith faculty in life and physical sciences and in engineering. Courses include Body in Motion, Designing Intelligent Robots, Truth in Advertising, Understanding Plant Biodiversity, Genetics, GIS, Chemistry of Light and Life, Digital Systems, Global Young Women's Health, Neuroscience, and Bacteriophage Discovery. Open to students entering 9th-12th grade. Residential program at Smith College.
Smith College
$4,985.00 - Tuit...
7/4/26
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Jul 5

Explore Life Science-Understanding Our Living World Summer Camp

5-day residential summer camp for rising 11th-12th graders exploring life science from biome to molecular level. Activities include neuroscience & psychology experiments, bacterial evolution, viruses, biotechnology, fermentation, ecology studies, and visits to Geoscience Museum. Includes room and board. Transportation to/from campus is family responsibility.
Virginia Tech
$1,150.00 - Camp...
7/5/26
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Jul 6

Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 3

One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
7/6/26
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Jul 6

Explore Life Science Summer Camp

Hands-on exploration of the life sciences. Topics include: Neuroscience, nanomedicine, biotechnology, emerging diseases, bacteriology, fermentation, bacteriophages, ancient life forms, ecology, and more! Sunday, July 5 - Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Virginia Tech College of Science
Free
7/6/26
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Jul 12

Mindfulness and Meditation

A week-long retreat program focusing on mindfulness and meditation techniques for stress reduction and well-being. The program includes various practices such as guided meditation, nature immersion, creative expression through art, writing, and dance, and group activities. Designed for high school students with beginners encouraged. Includes housing and meals on campus with access to hiking trails and Foster Lake.
Alfred University
$1,000.00 - Prog...
7/12/26
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Jul 13

Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 4

One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
7/13/26
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Jul 20

Explore Science Summer Camp Day Camp (Rising 7th-8th Grade)

Day camp version of Explore Science. Hands-on exploration of topics in microbiology, neuroscience, nanoscience, chemistry, physics, psychology, economics, math and more! Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 24, 2026.
Virginia Tech College of Science
Free
7/20/26
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Jul 20

Explore Science Summer Day Camp (Rising 7th-8th Grade)

5-day day camp for rising 7th-8th graders featuring hands-on science activities including neuroscience, quantum computing, physics, biology, chemistry, nanoscience, crime scene investigation, and more. Runs Monday July 20 to Friday July 24, 2026. Daily check-in 8:30-9:00 AM, check-out 4:00-4:30 PM.
Virginia Tech
$700.00 - Covers...
7/20/26
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Jul 21

Zombies Camp

Learn about virology and the human body through a zombie apocalypse theme. Dissect a sheep brain, explore what makes something alive, track disease progression, and reverse engineer a cure. For grades 8-9. Includes dissection activities.
University of Nebraska Omaha
$275.00 - Summer...
7/21/26
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Jul 26

Explore Science Summer Camp - Residential (Rising 9th-10th Grade)

5-day residential summer camp for rising 9th-10th graders featuring hands-on science activities including neuroscience, DNA, microbiology, paleontology, physics, nanoscience, crime scene investigation, coding, game theory, and more. Runs Sunday July 26 to Thursday July 30, 2026. Check-in at 3:00 PM on Day 1, check-out at 3:00 PM on Day 5.
Virginia Tech
$1,150.00 - Cove...
7/26/26
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Jul 27

Explore Science Summer Camp (Rising 9th-10th Grade)

Hands-on exploration of topics in microbiology, neuroscience, nanoscience, chemistry, physics, psychology, economics, math and more! Residential camp with dorm living and dining hall meals. Sunday, July 26 - Thursday, July 30, 2026.
Virginia Tech College of Science
Free
7/27/26
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