Training Courses on International Pre-College Scientific Research Protocols
For Teachers, School Administrators, and Students in Science-Focused Schools
This comprehensive training program is designed to equip educators, administrators, and student researchers with the essential knowledge and skills to organize and implement high-quality, ethical, and globally aligned scientific research projects at the pre-college level. The training is especially relevant for schools that have existing science research programs or are in the process of establishing one.
Participants will be guided through international standards and protocols that govern the conduct of student-led scientific research, ensuring safety, compliance, and academic integrity across disciplines.
Our Courses
Course 1: Organizing a School Research Program and General Rules for Student Research
This course provides a foundational framework for developing or enhancing a school-based research program. It includes:
Structuring a research curriculum aligned with international standards
Establishing a Research Review Committee (RRC) or Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Setting student research timelines, mentorship systems, and evaluation methods
Understanding general rules and ethical considerations in student research
Course 2: Rules in the Involvement of Human Participants and Vertebrates in Scientific Research
Participants will learn the international rules and ethical guidelines when conducting research involving humans and animals, including:
Informed consent, confidentiality, and risk minimization for human subjects
Institutional approvals and humane treatment of vertebrate animals
Required documentation for ethical clearance and review
Course 3: Handling of Potentially Hazardous Biological Agents, Chemicals, Activities, or Devices
This course provides safety and compliance protocols for student research involving:
Microorganisms, recombinant DNA, and biological materials
Controlled chemicals, flammable substances, and high-risk laboratory activities
Devices or procedures with physical risks (e.g., lasers, radiation, electrical devices)
Safe lab practices, safety documentation, and supervision requirements
Course 4: Handling Tissue and Body Fluids in Research / Guide to Engineering and Invention Projects
This dual-focus course trains participants on:
Proper handling, storage, and disposal of tissue samples and body fluids
Rules and documentation for biospecimen research
Guidance for student innovation projects in engineering, robotics, and product design
Documentation, prototyping, safety testing, and intellectual property considerations
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Target Audience:
Science Teachers and Research Coordinators
School Administrators and Program Heads
Junior and Senior High School Students involved in science research
This training program prepares schools to align their research programs with international standards such as those of the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), enabling students to conduct credible, safe, and competitive research projects.
Empowering Schools to Champion Ethical and Competitive Scientific Research
This specialized training equips schools with the knowledge and tools to implement globally recognized and ethically sound scientific research programs for junior and senior high school students. Perfect for institutions with existing research programs—or those planning to start one—this training promotes excellence, innovation, and safety in student-led research.