Pre-Med Task Force

Remote Science & Biology Program

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WHAT THE TASK FORCE IS

Task Force 2020 is an innovative remote program, commencing this Spring, that weaves together research and hands-on activities, from medicine, science, engineering, and technology. Led by an MD and teacher at one of the nation’s premier high schools, the Task Force will involve students in a series of projects aimed at making a difference through innovation, research, and community service. Students will be given a unique opportunity to learn about, and help combat, one of the most challenging healthcare issues of our time. Be a part of history! Be a part of the solution!

WHAT THE TASK FORCE WILL DO

Hand sanitizer is in desperately short supply: The Task Force will assess scientific effectiveness of various formulations, make their own at home, and disseminate their knowledge to others.

Face masks are suddenly in great demand, but what fabrics and what designs scientifically work the best? Which ones are actually practical to make and wear? Students will survey research, produce a mask, and disseminate findings.

The last great pandemic was the Spanish Flu of 1918. What were the great diseases of history? What can we learn from studying the Great Diseases of History to save lives today?

Scientists are rushing to the rescue with various medicines from hydroxychloroquine to resdesiver. How are these drugs hypothesized to work? How are clinical trials performed? Disseminate a summary and critique of breaking research findings!

UV light can kill viruses, but in what doses and over what time periods? Can sunlight kill viruses? Heat? Humidity? Might summer offer a reprieve? Make predictions. Innovate. Share your findings.

Join students such as yourself who are coming to the aid of health care workers in the US and abroad by designing face shields that can be produced on 3D printers. Evaluate and disseminate prototypes. Compile formulas. Design your own.

How contagious are various diseases such as measles, smallpox, Ebola, coronavirus? What affects contagion? Why are people in nursing homes and cruise ships especially prone to infection? Design environments less prone to contagion.

Where is disease spreading and retreating? Why are certain countries or states affected more than others? Identify emerging hotspots. Generate ideas about transmission and susceptibility. Test hypotheses.

Loss of taste and smell are one of the early warning signs of COVID-19. Pioneer methods that people can easily self-administer to test themselves for early warning signs that signal they may be otherwise asymptomatic carriers and/or need further testing.

Let's Join Forces!

Interested in medicine?
Pursuing engineering?
Have a talent for coding?
Drawn to scientific research?

Want to make a difference?

Virtually join a group of like-minded students. Let’s make a difference together. Be a part of history!

Band together for this NEW Interdisciplinary Task Force. Register now!

Who is teaching?

Dr. Jeff Robin, a highly popular, veteran instructor who has headed up the Biomedical and Surgical Research program at BLI for many years. Dr. Robin earned his MD from SUNY Medical School and now teaches at one of the top high schools in Massachusetts.

When & Where?

Tuesdays & Thursdays

7:00-9:00 pm EST

4:00-6:00 pm PT

NEW Session 3 beginning August 4th! Registration will open Monday, July 6th. To save your seat early, email Summer2020@bostonleadershipinstitute.com.

Sessions are held remotely via videoconference. All you need is a computer in the comfort of your own home.

Price & Registration

4 weeks, 2 sessions per week: $599

Current Students:

Interested in another four weeks? Continuation Fee: $399

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