Overview
The FLHS Science Research Program introduces students to the scientific community and teaches them the necessary skills to conduct their own research. Our experienced science research teachers guide students step by step — teaching them how to design and carry out their own novel experiments, analyze and interpret data, draw conclusions, and present their work. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for students that helps them discover their interests, passions, and solidify their career goals.
Freshmen
Students…
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become familiar with online scientific journal searching
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learn how to properly read, understand, summarize, and discuss advanced scientific articles
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learn how to maintain and organize a research portfolio
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learn time management skills that they can use their whole lives
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learn basic lab skills
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design and complete an independently designed scientific experiment, from developing the scientific question through the data collection, analysis, and conclusions to write uplearn how to write, format and organize a scientific paper
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learn oral presentation skills
Juniors
Students...
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continue to develop their independent experiments and complete more trials
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perfect their scientific research paper
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learn more sophisticated data analysis techniques
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prepare for and enter NYCSEF and Junior Sciences and Humanities Symposium (JSHS)
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continue to polish their basic research, laboratory, computer, and presentation skills
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present a journal club article
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prepare an IRB for your senior year project
Sophomores
Students...
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continue to develop their independent experiments and complete more trials
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perfect their scientific research paper
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prepare for and enter their first major science competition, the NYC Science and Engineering Fair (NYCSEF)
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work continuously to improve their scientific research and reading skills
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polish their scientific presentation skills
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expand on their previous project using new scientific literature, new procedural techniques, and more advanced writing skills, or start a new experiment
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begin the mentor search to find scientists at an outside institution to help them conduct a high level project in their field of interest (optional)
Seniors
Students...
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continue to develop their independent experiments and complete more trials
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perfect their scientific research paper
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learn more sophisticated data analysis techniques
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prepare for and enter NYCSEF, JSHS, or Intel
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continue to polish their basic research, laboratory, computer, and presentation skills
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present their senior portfolios! (students reflect on their life experiences, academic & personal growth, and future directions)