Summer Science Research Program

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Summer 2026 Fellows

 

Growing Up in a Changing Climate: How Does Climate Change Impact Adolescent Development?

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The Physiological and Cognitive Effects of L-Theanine-Caffeine in Young Adults with ADHD

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High Waters and Low Regulatory Support: Environmental Policy & Flood Adaptation in Southeast Queens

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Using Chemical Signals to Determine Early Signs of Root Rot in Ficus Lyrata

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Impacts of a Mediterranean Diet on Endometriosis-Related Pain

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The Relationship Between Prefrontal Cortex Development in Adolescents and Ability to Self-Administer Medication

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The Importance of Cognitive Control: Sleep Quality & Reaction Time in Adolescents with Childhood Trauma

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The Impact of Nicotine Consumption Frequency on Short-Term Memory

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The Competitive Equilibrium in Wolffia globosa and Chlorella vulgaris

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The Influence of Cultural Beauty Standards on the Psychological Impact of Stretch Marks

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The Relationship Between Regular Social Media Use and Signs of Anxiety Among Adolescents

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Artificial Turf vs. Natural Grass: Female Soccer ACL Tear Incidence with Match Fatigue During Deceleration

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Active vs. Passive Recovery: Effects on Fast-Twitch Muscle Performance in Adult Swimmers

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Open-Label Placebo Therapy for Children's Migraines: Effects on Pain Relief and Indirect Brain Activity

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Ways of Motion: How Does Daily Activity Influence the Risk of Osteoporosis in Latino Adults 50 and Older?

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The Effect of Rising Atmospheric CO2 Antartica Greening

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Socioeconomic Disparities in SLE Treatment for Hispanic Communities in New York

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The Effects of VR Exposure Therapy on Trypophobia Symptoms, Disgust Sensitivity, and Avoidance Behaviors

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Levetiracetam: Antidote or Poison?

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Beyond the Diagnosis: Socioeconomic Barriers to Cardiothoracic Surgery for Young People of Color

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Hidden Chemicals and Potential Risks: Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals in Menstrual Products

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The Influence of Brain Morphoanatomy on Emotional Intelligence Among Identical Twins During Adulthood

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Amygdala Activity in Response to Neutral and Positive Olfactory Stimuli

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Previous Fellows

 

The Effect of Genetics on Developing Hypertension

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Investigating Inflammatory Genes in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

 

Veterinary Observations: Pet-to-Owner Relationships

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What factors contribute to nurse burnout and how can we find solutions?

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What are the detrimental effects of chemotherapy on children with medulloblastoma and what are the efforts being made to introduce a new medicine into the world?

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Using Combination Hydrogels and Stem Cells to promote healing in second-degree burns

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Impact of Pediatric Care Work on Family Dynamics and Work-Life Balance

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The Effects Of COVID-19 On Vaccine Hesitancy

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What Neurological Effects Do The Prolonged Consumption Of Caffeine Have?

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The Power Of Anesthesia

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Holistic Medicine: Navigating the Path to Personalized Healthcare

 

Understanding the Impact of Depression on Oral Health

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What can a level/intensity of exercise do to lower the rates of cardiovascular diseases in the heart?

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Traditional Gender Roles and its effect on Adults

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How does epilepsy present greater adversity for people with cerebral palsy?

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What is the correlation of sugar consumption with mental health/stress in young adults?

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How does your race/ethnicity affect the treatment you receive in a medical setting?

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How does being bilingual affect memory flexibility in a young child?

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How does emotional stress impact memory in college-aged students?

 

How would adult patients with MDD perceive other people’s displeasure?

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What is the effect of exercise on depression?

 

How does sleep deprivation affect memory retention rate in adolescents?

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What is the relationship between Latinx culture and mental health stigma in low income communities?

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How do C-sections impact the postpartum experience of a woman mentally?

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How does Compassion Fatigue impact nurses?

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What environmental challenges do we face while getting closer to the sun?

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How does media influence cognitive development in education?

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What are contributing factors that impact how young women experience physical pain?

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Can gene-editing tools treat IBDs?

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To what extent does music affect memory in older adults from Alzheimer’s disease?

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Are video games effective at improving cognitive functions, specifically reaction times, and to what extent could video games reduce a person’s reaction time?

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How does stress impact teenagers’ decision making?

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How do potential concussions, as sports injuries, correlate with the cognitive regression of athletes over time?

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