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Molecular Minds

Chemistry and Biochemistry High School Summer Day Camp


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This is a FREE week-long chemistry and biochemistry summer camp where high school students will have the opportunity to engage in hands on experiments and activities involving pipetting, chromatography, intermolecular forces, molecular separations, synthesis, enzymes and drug discovery. Students will gain experience using advanced research instrumentation and learn about college and future research opportunities. The camp is led by several faculty in the Chemistry department at GVSU. On the last day, students will have an opportunity to present their results to faculty, friends, and family during a poster session!

  • Location: Grand Valley State University, Richard M. DeVos Center (DEV)
  • Date:  June 15-19, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Eligible to Register: Students entering 9-12 grade for the Fall of 2026. 
  • Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Questions?
Email [email protected] or call (616) 331-2267.


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