Get ready for an immersive virtual experience brought to you by the International Young Researchers' Conference (IYRC). 

​From November 21, 2026 to January 16, 2027, we invite you to join the IYRC STEM Winter Program, designed to provide you with a profound grasp of fundamental scientific concepts while keeping you up-to-date with the latest technological advancements.
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Learn more about captivating subjects spanning Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Computer Science, and Aerospace, led by distinguished researchers and students from Stanford University, where you'll gain unique insights into the transformative impact of science and technology on our rapidly evolving world.
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APPLICATIONS OPEN

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• STEM Learning: Deepen your knowledge in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Computer Science, and Aerospace.
• Virtual Asynchronous and Synchronous Sessions: Experience interactive virtual sessions as well as deepen your understanding of the subjects at your own pace.
• Insightful Talks: Engage with enlightening talks by renowned faculty, students, and researchers at Stanford University.
• ​Research Skills: Learn essential techniques for conducting and writing a research paper.
• Global Networking: Connect with brilliant students from around the world, fostering valuable relationships.
• Office Hours: Over 50 hours of office hours with medical, dental, and undergraduate students.

• ​PROGRAM DETAILS
• DEADLINES & COST

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Program Dates: Saturdays, November 21, 2026 - January 16, 2027
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM CST | 8 AM - 10 AM PST
Format: Virtual via Zoom

 Tiers              Deadline                                Cost 
Early             August 31                                $199
Regular        September 30                        $299
Late              October 18                              $349

Fees are to be paid upon acceptance.

​​Need-based financial aid are available to accepted students.
Students will be sent the financial aid form upon acceptance. Applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and decisions will be sent out in early November.

SPEAKERS

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Physics
• Aerospace Engineering
• Math
• Environmental Science
• Computer Science

• Resume Writing
• Cold-emailing
• Reading a Research Paper
• Research Proposal
• Poster Literacy
• Office Hours with Medical and Dental Students

HIGHLIGHTS:

Virtual dissection, water treatment lab demonstration, Python, and more!

HIGHLIGHTS:

"How to get involved in research?", research poster literacy, and more!

     MEET THE TEAM!

HANNAH PESCARU

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Hannah is an M1 student at Carle College of Medicine at UIUC. She recently graduated from Stanford University, where she majored in chemistry. She served as a pre-clinical volunteer and chaired the Sexual Health and Reproductive Clinic at Cardinal Free Clinics. She also conducted research on choroid plexus carcinoma and post-hemorrhagic hydrocephalus for her honors thesis. In her free time, she enjoys running outside, baking brownies, and decoding Taylor Swift albums.

DR. PAUL M. LEWIS

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Paul M. Lewis is a Neurology Resident at UCLA. He completed a dual M.D., M.S. degree at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, and he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard College where he concentrated in Neurobiology with a secondary in Global Health and Health Policy. He has experience in diverse areas of global and public health having served as the Director of a program for underprivileged Native American youth, the President of a peer education group to promote holistic wellness, and the Community Education Chair of a drug and alcohol education group. Paul is the Founder of Harvard College VISION Global Health Society and the Global Health and Leadership Conference. He was a recipient of the Finley Fellowship from Harvard to spend a postgraduate year in Japan to learn about end-of-life care. Afterwards, he worked as a TMS Therapy Clinician at Dignity Brain Health to treat patients with Major Depressive Disorder. At Columbia University, he is the founder of the Medicine and Research Summer Program, the International Young Researchers' Conference (IYRC), and the ACComPLISHED CHW program. He has been teaching and mentoring students for 10 years. He looks forward to teaching you.

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