CompBio Academy – CompBio Academy | UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Summer Academy

Student Success Story: Avery Mills

High school student Avery Mills took a bold step this summer into the world of scientific research through the CompBio Academy. This program, a site within the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Academy, enhanced her technical skills and opened her eyes to the interdisciplinary world of computational biology. Exploring Computational Biology At CompBio Academy, the 11th […]

Student Success Story: Hussain Raza

Hussain Raza, an 11th grader from Gateway High School, spent the summer working at the forefront of scientific research with the CompBio Academy at the University of Pittsburgh. Raza’s experience combined professional development opportunities with hands-on lab work, giving him a chance to jump-start a STEM career. This program, a site within the UPMC Hillman […]

Student Success Story: James Hsieh

James Hsieh turned his enthusiasm for computer science into the exploration of cancer research this summer. The junior from Taylor Alderdice High School spent eight weeks learning and working in a research lab at Pitt through the CompBio Academy. This program, a site within UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Academy, opened his eyes to the potential […]