Build Skills
Two weekends, 21 hours, hands-on lab skills for new researchers
Your Lab
Hands-on lab skills gained in just two weekends.
Micropipetting
Master precise liquid handling to set your experiments right.
Aseptic Technique
Learn how to keep your cultures contamination-free and thriving.
Bacterial Culture
Hands-on practice growing and maintaining bacterial samples safely.
FAQs
Who can join?
Students new to research looking to build lab skills.
When does it run?
The program meets over President’s Day weekend and one weekend in March.
What skills will I learn?
You’ll practice micropipetting, aseptic technique, spectrophotometry, and bacterial culturing in small groups.
Is there certification?
Yes, graduates get a skills certificate signed by the instructor.
What’s next after this?
You can enter Summer Catalyst at honors level with advanced standing.
Location
Join us in Monrovia, CA, where hands-on lab skills come alive over two focused weekends.
Address
123 Science Way
Hours
Weekends only
Contact Us
Reach out to join Spring Catalyst or ask about our weekend lab skills program.
Gallery
Snapshots from our hands-on lab weekends.
