Inside the Research Lab:
Explore Neuroscience and Genetics with a UCLA Professor

Join a UCLA Professor for an insider’s guide to neuroscience and genetics research—and how it can strengthen your path to medical school. Learn how to choose a compelling research topic, build a real project in high school, and use that experience to stand out in competitive college and pre-med applications.
Don’t miss this chance to gain expert insights from a leading UCLA researcher and take your first step into academic research.

April 23rd, 2025 (Wednesday)
9 PM EDT
online in Zoom

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Meet Your Speakers:

Meet Your Speakers:

Dr Jorge Avila
Assistant Director at the UG Research Centers of UCLA

Dr. Jorge Avila is the Assistant Director at UCLA’s Undergraduate Research Centers, where he leads programs that support underrepresented students in STEM research. With a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience/Psychology and postdoctoral work at Rutgers, he brings extensive experience in neuroscience, substance abuse research, and collaborative scientific projects. Dr. Avila has published in peer-reviewed journals, presented at major conferences, and specializes in developing innovative research methodologies in neuroscience.

Laila Smith
Director of the IRIS Program

Laila holds an AB in Social Studies with an emphasis on post-colonial theory and history from Harvard University, and an MM from the New England Conservatory in Jazz Voice. While in college, she held leadership roles on the Undergraduate Council, the Arts & Humanities Student Board, and a variety of activist organizations, including the Harvard Graduate Student Union.

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Turn Scientific Curiosity into a Research Opportunity

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn from a UCLA professor and gain expert guidance on getting started with neuroscience and genetics research!
Discover how to choose the right research topic, build a meaningful project in high school, and use that experience to boost your college and pre-med applications.

You will learn:

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How to find and develop a strong research topic
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The step-by-step process of getting published
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How research experience can showcase your intellectual curiosity
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Expert tips on leveraging research for college applications
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The 3 keys to your admissions strategy during the 2024/2025 Cycle
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Why academic research could be your golden ticket to your dream college
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How to conduct academic research as a high school student
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How to transform your academic passion into publishable research and stand out in college applications
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