A GUIDE TO ACADEMIC RESEARCH FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Finding and Managing Your Lab Experience

Harvard recently stated that rigorous research can elevate an application for admissions. The University of Pennsylvania recently boasted about the number of applicants who had substantial research listed in their applications. Overnight, it seems like research has become a new standard in judging a college application. But navigating the world of academic research can be confusing. Just citing your research experience incorrectly can reduce your chances of acceptance, not increase them. In this book, Dr. Malkin uses his more than two decades of academic research experience at Duke University to help you promote your application. He provides detailed advice on how to find a research position with a great mentor, maximize the benefits of your lab job, and publish in a way that can really make a difference.