Education
The Sci | Art Summer Institute offers a cutting-edge lab/studio course designed specifically to expose High School students to the concept of nanotechnology and the artistic process as complimentary modes for rethinking traditional models of scientific exploration. Students will gain access to laboratories operating at the forefront of nanoscience research as well as hands-on experience through specifically designed experiments. This course aims to expose students to the works of scientists and artists that explore new forms of creative expression, communication, and collaboration within this multi-disciplinary field while introducing them to current research specific to nanotechnology.
This joint venture, between the California NanoSystems Institute and Design Media Arts at UCLA brings together two of the most competitive majors at UCLA. The Summer Institute is an excellent opportunity for students interested in both science and art to build their portfolio for college admission, while earning four credits of UC transferable units. The two-week course will be supplemented with field trips, guest scholars and lecturers, while offering students the opportunity to experience college life on the UCLA campus.
NANO & BIOTECH LECTURES AND HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
Access to scholars in 15 cutting-edge labs from 7 nationally top-ranked departments operating at the forefront of nanoscience research.
IMAGINE THE IMPOSSIBLE
Program culminates in a public presentation + exhibition of student's think-tank research.
EXPERIENCE & PREPARE for COLLEGE
Earn 4 units of transferable UCLA College credits! Students have full access to all UCLA facilities. Work with scientists and artists in a multi-disciplinary context.
EXPLORE ART AND SCIENCE IN LOS ANGELES
Visit The Fowler Museum, The Getty Center, Hammer Museum, the Basic Plasma Research Facility, The Jet Propulsion Laboratory, The Los Angeles County of Museum of Art, The Museum of Jurassic Technology and Venice Beach!