K-12 High School
The PTEI 2013 High School Summer Camp will be run by the University of Pittsburgh's Department of Bioengineering from July 22 to July 26, 2013. More information can be obtained at the Department of Bioengineering's website or by contacting Alicia Welsh, Program Manager at 412-624-7279 or akw20@pitt.edu.
PTEI and its educational partners offer unique opportunities for high school students to delve into the field of regenerative medicine, improve their laboratory skills and perform original research.
Summer High School Internships
PTEI will not be accepting applications for 2013 Summer High School Internships.
The PTEI high school summer internship program gives junior and senior high school students a glimpse into the world of biomedical research, and a rich opportunity to explore careers in science, medicine and engineering.
Camp Counselors Wanted
Tissue Engineering Summer Camp affords junior and senior high schools students (age 16 and older) a unique opportunity to work as camp counselors during the Middle School Summer Science Camp, assisting the younger students with their activities. Camp Counselor training date: To be determined. PTEI Middle School Summer Camp
Summer Science Camp
The PTEI high school summer science camp introduces students to Tissue Engineering (TE)/Regenerative Medicine, revolutionary technologies that offer incredible hope to people with compromised tissue function. During this camp you will become part of a medical team dedicated to a difficult task and wonderful new challenge. The challenge is to help humans tap into their innate ability to regenerate damaged, diseased or compromised body parts -- much like the starfish! Special Events and Workshops
In any given school year, high school student may participate in a number of PTEI-affiliated special events and programs — many sponsored by other organizations — all with a goal of enhancing science education for high school students.