The 9-12 CERTL RESEARCH PROGRAM was established to increase interest in science and mathematics research among high school students. The program provides hands-on research experience with distinguished faculty from Winston-Salem State University and Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Students will develop, design and conduct a science or mathematics research project with the guidance of a faculty mentor. Minority students are encouraged to apply.

GOAL:
The collaborative effort of Winston-Salem State University, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, and the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System seeks to stimulate interest in mathmatics and science related research.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Students must be: in the ninth, tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade. In addition, students must be in satisfactory academic standing and highly motivated to learn science and/or mathmatics.

REQUIREMENTS:
Complete and submit the application with the following: a current high school transcript two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from a science teacher, mathematics teacher and/or a guidance counselor. A personal essay which describes your interest in science and/or mathematics, career goals, motivation, and reasons for wanting to participate in the 9-12 CERTL Research Program.

LOGISTICS for 2009:
The 6 week program begins the June 15 and continues through the  July 24. Students are expected to be available to work with their faculty mentor and participate in planned activities from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each weekday. During the last week of the program, students will work on presenting their projects. Students must provide their own transportation. A program stipend will be provided for each participant.
A personal interview will be required for potential candidates.

PROJECTS:
Students will have the opportunity to engage in a research project that they have developed and implemented under the mentorship of a Winston-Salem State University or Wake Forest University School of Medicine faculty mentor. Students will present their research at the end of the program during the CERTL Student Research Symposium.

ACTIVITIES:
In addition to research, students will participate in other activities which include scientific colloquia, computer instruction, research paper writing, and scientific instrument training.

LOCATION:
Research work will be conducted at Winston-Salem State University or Wake Forest University School of Medicine.

SEND COMPLETED APPLICATIONS
POSTMARKED BY March 1, 2009 TO:

9-12 CERTL RESEARCH PROGRAM
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
CERTL Office
Medical Center Boulevard
Winston-Salem, NC 27157
Phone: (336) 713-7723
Fax: (336) 713-7701

9-12 CERTL Program Research Application

Note: Being recommended by your teacher does not guarantee that you will be selected for the program.