Camp Description:
Young Investigators’ Summer Program
in Nuclear Technology & Applications
3-weeks in July each yearInterested in the role of nuclear energy and other nuclear techniques play in solving everyday problems? Then join NC State’s Department of Nuclear Engineering in July! Through a combination of group projects, labs, lectures, guest speakers and field trips, you will answer such questions as –
How can we develop energy sources for deep space missions?
How can we detect very low concentrations of pollutants in the environment?
How are nuclear methods revolutionizing medical diagnostics and treatment?
Most projects involve working with our research reactor. Gain insight into nuclear science fundamentals!
Criteria:
Application which includes high school grades; PSAT; recommendation letters
Open to:
Rising high school juniors & seniors; and, graduating seniors
Cost:
$900 total for accommodations, meals & activities
