Introduction: High School Student built Antibiotic Resistance System Antibiotic resistance is called the “silent pandemic” . According to the CDC, it contributes to 1.27 million deaths globally every year AI-Driven Antibiotic Systems. It’s one of the greatest medical challenges of our time. You’d think solving this problem requires a PhD and a million-dollar lab. But here’s the surprise: Saksham, a high school student at BetterMindLabs.org , built an AI-driven prototype to e

Introduction : How a High School Student built Stroke-Detection AI Project If you ask most parents and students whether a high-schooler  can build an AI model that flags possible stroke  cases, they’ll assume it’s college-level work. Aryaman proved otherwise. With thoughtful mentorship, the right open datasets, and an emphasis on ethics and validation, he built a learning-grade stroke-detection AI  that he could demo at fairs, discuss in scholarship essays, and expand into a

Introduction: How High School students can make AI Project Ideas with Open Source Tools Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just for researchers or tech giants. Today, high school students are designing AI projects with open source tools that solve real-world problems , boost their portfolios, and even strengthen applications for scholarships and selective colleges. From detecting diseases to predicting the stock market, you can start small and scale your skills. And as

Want a standout project for your college application that also solves a real-world problem? A hackathon is your answer. Far more than just coding marathons, hackathons for high school students  are incubators for innovation. They are where groundbreaking startups like Figma and GroupMe first came to life. For you, it's a unique chance to collaborate with peers, transform a concept into a working prototype, and build an impressive AI project  that will electrify your resume an

Introduction: If your teen lights up when they talk about biology, brains, or bio-tech, you’re probably asking the same question I hear from families every week: How can a high school student get meaningful experience in healthcare—before college? The short answer: medical internships . Done right, the experience can be equal parts reality check, confidence booster, and a serious admissions edge. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the best medical internships for high schoo

Introduction: Why Science Fairs Matter More Than Ever What if your science fair project could do more than just impress the judges? What if it could tackle climate change, save lives, or shape the future of technology? Most students pick projects they’ve seen a hundred times before. But you don’t have to. Imagine creating something so bold and original that it makes people stop, think, and ask, “How did you come up with that?” This guide is about 25 science fair project ideas

Why This Topic Matters to You Imagine if discovering a life-saving drug didn’t take 10–15 years but just a few. Imagine if doctors could spot a disease early, even before symptoms show. That’s not science fiction anymore, it’s the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in drug discovery and healthcare . As someone who mentors students curious about science, tech, and medicine, I can tell you this field is exploding with opportunities, and your generat

As you and your teen navigate the increasingly competitive world of college admissions, the question of extracurriculars looms large. For years, the advice was to be "well-rounded"—President of one club, treasurer of another, varsity athlete on a team, and volunteer in the community. But in 2025, the game has changed. Top colleges are no longer looking for students who do a little bit of everything. They are looking for students who do one thing  with exceptional depth, passi

Your teen has spent years building apps, competing in hackathons, and diving deep into the world of AI. They have an impressive list of technical projects. But when it comes time to write their college essay, a common problem emerges: their passion for tech comes across as cold, generic, and, well, robotic. They write things like: "I am passionate about technology. I learned Python and built a machine learning model with 92% accuracy." An admissions officer reads that and thi

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Passion projects are self-initiated and meaningful projects that reflect an individual's interests. You care deeply about passion projects and pursue them outside of school or work obligations. Passion projects are vital for students personally because they allow them to grow in ways that traditional academics or jobs often don’t. Beyond boosting your resume or college app, passion projects have the power to change you from the inside out. Here’s why they matter on a personal