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▌ STEM · Ages 12–14

Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my!

Brookhaven National Laboratory · $477/week

This day camp at Brookhaven National Laboratory offers middle school students an immersive experience in biotechnology, covering topics like viruses, biofuel...

▌ Editor's read The 'Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my!' camp is a day program for students in grades 7-9, hosted by Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) in Upton, NY. The website (bnl.gov/sse/grades7-9.php) loads successfully and details the camp's focus on biotechnology through hands-on experiments. BNL is a multi-program research laboratory operated by Brookhaven Science Associates for the U.S. Department of Energy, indicating a university/government affiliation. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. While specific staff ratios are not published, the program leverages the expertise of BNL scientists. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @brookhavenlab and a Facebook handle BrookhavenLab. Google reviews for Brookhaven National Laboratory average 4.6 stars from 1,000+ reviews, reflecting the institution's overall positive reputation, though specific camp reviews are not readily available.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. stem programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
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Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 12–14
  • Hours: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
  • Address: Upton, NY 11973 USA
  • Cost notes: $477.15 US

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my!

What ages does Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! accept?
Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! is open to children ages 12–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! cost?
Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! publishes $477/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my!'s hours?
Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! runs 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my!?
Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! provide lunch?
Biotechnology: Viruses, Biofuels, Proteins, oh my! does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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