Program Highlights
All participating students will receive a Certificate of Completion for attending the entirety of the summer program
Resilience Lecture: Coping with Stress by Professor Grace Ho
Tuesday, 5 August 2025, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
In this engaging and empowering session, Prof. Grace Ho explores how early life experiences shape our ability to handle stress, and how resilience can serve as a powerful buffer against adversity. Through an in-depth look at the youth resilience process and practical strategies for personal growth, students are guided to reflect, adapt, and design their own path toward stronger emotional well-being.2. Prof. Benjamin Yee's Lecture: Fostering Healthy Living and Minds Through Tech: Opportunities in Research & Application
Fostering Healthy Living and Minds Through Tech: Opportunities in Research & Application by Professor Benjamin Yee
Tuesday, 5 August 2025, 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Fostering Healthy Living and Minds Through Tech explores how advances in neuroscience and digital innovation are reshaping our understanding of well-being. Aimed at high-school graduates, the talk introduces key developments in brain science and health technology-such as cognitive enhancement, stress management, and emotional resilience— while highlighting opportunities for youth to engage with emerging research and careers. By bridging scientific curiosity with real-world impact, this session invites students to imagine how they can help build a healthier, more mindful future.
UBSN Lab Visit
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
During their visit to the UBSN research laboratories, students will be introduced to cutting-edge neuroscience equipment and gain hands-on exposure to how brain research is conducted. Highlights include a Mock Scanner experience that simulates an fMRI session, offering insight into how brain activity is captured in real-time. Students will also observe live demonstrations of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Electroencephalography (EEG), deepening their understanding of how non-invasive techniques are used to study and influence brain function.