SUMMER
MICROBIOME
INSTITUTE
Programme period:
22 July - 02 Aug 2024 (2 Weeks)
Fore more details, please check our Information flyer.
This programme aims to raise secondary school students’ awareness about biomedical sciences and how microbiome and related research can benefit the human mankind. Students will engage in a 2-week interactive bioscience programme, where we will provide them with more in-depth knowledge of the subject.
ꕤ Overview ꕤ
ꕤ Eligibility ꕤ
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Hong Kong permanent residents
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Secondary students interested in Health Science, Biotechnology, Healthcare/Policy and Social Science, aged 15 or above
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Good knowledge of application software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Chinese word processing
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Pro-active, enjoy working with people and possess strong communication skills
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Able to communicate effectively, embrace change and overcome challenges
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Have strong desire to learn and resolve problems in new ways
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Proficient in English and Chinese
Hands-on
Laboratory
Core Facilities and Laboratories Tour
Safety
Training
Exposure to Clinical Research
‘Meet the Expert’ Sessions
Mentors Sharing & Discussion
ꕤ Programme Structure ꕤ
Our students will be able to learn knowledge on microbiome by attending customised activities such as hands-on laboratory sessions and exposure to clinical research. They will be assigned to complete a group presentation on a given topic related to healthcare and community during the period.
ꕤ Mentor ꕤ
Prof. Sandra Chan
Dr. Suisha Liang
Mr. Gabriel Lee
Mr. CP Cheung
Ms. Monica Wan
ꕤ Schedule ꕤ
11 March to
6 May 2024
Application
Period:
May 2024
Interview &
Selection Period:
Result
Announcement:
31 May 2024
ꕤ Application Details ꕤ
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Programme fee: free of charge (not including meals and transportation)
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Application method: online submission
ꕤ Remarks ꕤ
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HATCH reserves the right to modify the schedule, if necessary