When is it? How do I apply?
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The six-week consecutive program runs annually, at the University of Alberta, the University of Calgary, and at the University of Lethbridge. The Following are the dates for the 2012 program:
University of Alberta: July 4 - August 15, 2012
University of Calgary: July 5 - August 16, 2012
University of Lethbridge: July 6 - August 17, 2012
The application form will be available in January 2012.
What do students do in the HYRS Program?
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- hands-on work with AIHS-funded researchers in wet or dry laboratories at the U of A, U of C or U of L
- work with other members of researcher's team
- work on projects which may include:
- cardio-vascular research
- neuroscience
- cell biology
- genetics
- epidemiology
- bioengineering
- work in areas on the cutting edge of science not yet in textbooks
Is HYRS only laboratory research?
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HYRS is much more!
- guest speakers talk about their careers in research
- field trips to research facilities
- Teachers' Day where each students' science teacher(s) joins them for a full day on campus
- explore an Alberta university campus
- meet other students with similar interests
What qualifications do students need?
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- at least an 85% standing in math 20-1 or 20-2, and one other grade 11 science
- an essay demonstrating interest in biomedical and health research
- reference forms completed by science teachers and a community member
- successful applicants must give a presentation about their HYRS experiences to a grade 11 high school science class after their HYRS experience
- a willingness to commit to a continuous six-week period in the summer. There will be no modification of the schedule to allow for student vacations, participation in competitions, or to collect awards
How much does HYRS cost?
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There is no charge to HYRS students.
- HYRS students will be paid by a $2000 (approximate figure) award
- Alberta students outside Calgary and Edmonton may apply for a limited number of student housing bursaries based on financial need
- All students will be responsible for meals, travel and entertainment costs
When is the deadline for applications?
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The Deadline is March 23, 2012
What role do science teachers play in HYRS?
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AIHS depends on science teachers to:
- pass on the news about HYRS to their students
- encourage them to apply
- provide a strong reference--a key part of the adjudication process
- if their student is accepted in HYRS, to participate in Teachers' Day held during the program. Teacher's Day offers teachers the opportunity to meet with fellow teachers, top biomedical and health researchers, and to learn about leading edge research
- HYRS Applications judged by a committee composed of science teachers from the Science Council of Alberta and researchers. Participating teachers and researchers will receive an honorarium
What is AIHS?
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Please see our About AIHS page for details
Do I have to be in Grade 11 to apply?
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Yes.
The HYRS program is focused on students who have just completed grade 11. One of the aims of the HYRS Program is to give Grade 11 students an opportunity to learn about a variety of careers in health research. Grade 11 students who are interested in a career in health research will then have time to think about university requirements in their last year of high school and make the necessary adjustments to their studies. A key responsibility of the HYRS participant is to return to their high school in the fall and do a presentation to a grade 11 science class on their experiences in the program. Finally, the activities in the HYRS program will be focused on the age level of grade 11 students.
When will I know if I've been accepted into HYRS 2012?
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Selections to be made in late May and those who are selected will be notified by early June.
Need more information?
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Contact us for more information.
To read about last year's HYRS program participants, please see the Competition Results.
