
ASPIRE Biomedical Camp
Advancing Scientific Pursuits in Innovative Research and Education.
ASPIRE Biomedical Camp is ELIO Academy’s hands-on, in-person commuter biomedical research program for high-school students interested in medicine, healthcare, and biomedical sciences. The program is designed with direct laboratory exposure for experimental and technical foundations of biomedical research.
Registration Closed for 2026 for ASPIRE Biomedical In-person (Bay Area) program.
Thank you for your interest in ASPIRE Biomedical Camp. For advanced students, we recommend you to apply for the Extended Research Program (ERP). High school & exceptional middle school students are welcome to apply for Accelerator track medical online program. Please apply sooner next year for the in-person program.
Learn skills that real scientists use to discover and innovate. Designed for curious, driven students.
Curriculum
The program is designed to provide hands-on experience, sparking curiosity while offering an in-depth exploration of the expanding biomedical research.
Experimental Sciences
Experimental biology, genetics, medicine, technology, and computer science.
State-of-the-Art Tools
Learn how technology is currently shaping biomedical research with cutting-edge tools.
Career Development
"Lunch and Learn" sessions with guest speakers from academia, industry, non-profits, and government.
Program Highlights
Explore the dynamic intersection of biology, genetics, medicine, technology, and computing, with a focus on their transformative impact on healthcare. Study biology behind infectious diseases, ranging from localized epidemics to global pandemics, and understand their implications for public health.


Hands-On Experiments
Apply and implement key scientific concepts to action through practical experiments.
Mock Clinical Sessions
Molecular Medicine and Molecular tumor boards showing how molecular information gets implemented into clinical decision making.
Predict how errors in normal physiological processes can lead to disease and dysfunction, enhancing understanding of disease mechanisms.
Gain insights into the diverse applications of biotechnology across fields such as medicine, agriculture, and the pharmaceutical industry.
Investigate molecular medicine and current research advancements in areas such as cancer, congenital diseases, neurology, and biotechnology.
Develop hands-on laboratory skills through engaging projects that foster practical experience in scientific research.
Deepen biological knowledge by analyzing research journal articles, formulating new research questions, and speculating on future directions for continued exploration in the field.
Eligibility Requirements
All three of the following requirements must be met (no exceptions)
Grade Level
Students must currently be in high school at the time of application (as of the fall of 2026). Graduating class in next 2-3 years.
Age Requirement
Students must be 14 years old or older by the start of the program.
Location
Students must be able to commute to UC Berkeley campus for the program.
Application Process
The online application and program information document will be available on our website by last week of November.
Summer 2026 Program Dates: Two weeks starting from Jul-20th 2026
Application deadline: Refer Here
Tuition Fees
Summer Course 2026 Fee: $2175 for ASPIRE. Fees includes workshop materials.
The selection process takes into account past grades, recommendation letter and importantly on passion/questions/SOP etc. Also, students must be able to undertake the program in summer, 2026. To apply, please complete the online form along with recommendation letter.

Think like a biologist this summer
Turn curiosity into discovery and gain first-hand knowledge from expert professionals
Program Outcome
By the end of the course, students will have gained an understanding of the societal impact of genetics, current research in molecular biology, and insights into the future of genetic inquiry and technology.
Certificate of Completion
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the program.
Further Opportunities
Selected few students may be eligible to apply and pursue further opportunities with instructors or mentors.


Research Outcomes & Academic Impact

Scientific Poster
Students learn to make high quality science posters & hone their presentation skills.

Research Report Manuscript
Learn to draft scientific write-ups with clear and convincing narratives.

Certificates
Outstanding students also get opportunities for long-term projects with mentors.
Be curious. Knowledge can change your world.
We at ELIO believe in setting you on your career path by planting that seed of knowledge and curiosity.
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