Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE)

A full-time, paid eight-week summer neuroscience research internship at Duke for current sophomores and juniors at public or charter high schools in Durham, North Carolina, who are at least 16. The program matches students with participating labs, where they work Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, and ends with a poster presentation to peers, family and Duke scientists. There is no cost to participate, and prior research experience is not required.

Offered by Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. Research for high school students in Durham, North Carolina, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 10–11. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Biology, STEM

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Durham, North Carolina.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE)

When is the Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE) deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE) free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE)?

High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Durham, North Carolina. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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