Free · Virtual · Fall 2026

Neuroscience shouldn't cost $1,500 to access.

NIP is a free, student-led immersion into neuroscience and psychology for high schoolers at under-resourced schools — real research skills, a real capstone project, zero cost.

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Applications open

Aug 24, 2026

Deadline

Sept 02, 2026

Program dates

Sept 5–15, 2026

Cost

01 — Why NIP exists

The gap isn't interest. It's access.

Immersive neuroscience and psychology programs for high schoolers already exist, and they're excellent — but they're usually discovered through a school counselor, a well-connected parent, or a network students at under-resourced schools rarely have.

$1,500+

typical cost of a comparable virtual neuroscience immersion program

cost of NIP, regardless of financial background

Mission. Make high-quality neuroscience and psychology education accessible to high school students who would otherwise never encounter it — regardless of their school's resources, their family's ability to pay, or whether anyone ever told them this door was open.

Vision. A future where a student's curiosity about the brain and mind is met with real opportunity, not gatekept by cost or connections — where every student, no matter their school or zip code, can say they've done real research and stood behind it.

02 — How it works

Ten sessions. One real research project.

Fully virtual, fully free — built for students who are rarely the ones tapped on the shoulder for opportunities like this.

SESSIONS 01–04

Brain fundamentals

How the brain works, the adolescent brain, emotion, memory, and how scientists actually study the mind.

LIVE Q&A

Meet a guest researcher

A live session with a working researcher or grad student — open questions, real answers.

SESSIONS 05–08

Research skills

Small groups form. Students learn to find, read, and synthesize credible scientific sources.

CAPSTONE

Research a neurodevelopmental disorder

Groups of four choose a topic and build a real project together — not a worksheet, a portfolio piece.

GRADUATION DAY

Present live to the full cohort

Groups present to peers and invited family/guests. A Certificate of Completion follows successful completion of lectures and capstone.

Who it's for

High school students in grades 8–12 — especially those at under-resourced schools with little or no access to STEM or research enrichment. No prior neuroscience, psychology, or research experience required. Just genuine curiosity about the brain, mind, or behavior.

What you leave with

A finished capstone project for your portfolio or college application, real experience reading and synthesizing scientific research, and a Certificate of Completion. Two standout teams each cohort receive a Distinction certification.

Applications open

Aug 24, 2026

Application deadline

Sept 2, 2026

Program dates

Sept 5 – 15, 2026

It's free. Actually free.

No tuition, no hidden fees, no fundraising ask. Regardless of your financial background, you can join this immersive program at zero cost.

$0 / cohort

03 — Who's behind NIP

Run by people who wanted this to exist.

NIP is independently run and growing. Here's who's involved so far — across three groups.

The Team

Day-to-day

Sazin Shahariar Sadif

Founder & Manager

Started NIP to build the program he wished had existed — one where a student's zip code has nothing to do with their access to real research experience.

Endorsed By

Jesmin Ferdous

Professor, Educational Psychology

Government Teachers' Training College, Dhaka. Advises on curriculum and educational psychology grounding for the program.

Syed Tanveer Rahman

Associate Professor, Department of Psychology

University of Dhaka

Dr. Md. Shaheen Mollah

Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology

University of Dhaka

04 — Join the cohort

Applications are open now.

It takes a few minutes to apply. No essays about why you deserve it — just tell us who you are and what you're curious about.

Open to students in grades 8–12
No prior research, neuroscience, or psychology experience needed
Completely free — no payment or purchase at any point
Participants under 18 need a parent/guardian to review and accept the program's Terms

Step 1 of 1

Submit your application

Opens our short Google Form in a new tab. Takes about 5 minutes.

Apply now →

Deadline: Aug 30, 2026, 11:59 PM. By applying you'll be asked to agree to our Terms & Conditions.

05 — Resources

For the curious, before and after class

Resources are on their way

We're putting together reading lists, sample capstone topics, and an FAQ for accepted students. Check back soon — or apply now and we'll make sure you get them directly.

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06 — Terms & Conditions

The plain-language version, and the full text

NIP is free, independently run, and not affiliated with any university, hospital, or medical institution unless stated in writing. Nothing shared in sessions is medical, psychological, or diagnostic advice.

Eligibility & consent

Open to students in grades 8–12. Participants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian review and accept these Terms on their behalf, and provide consent for participation. Space may be limited; acceptance is at the sole discretion of NIP organizers.

Cost & obligation

NIP is provided free of charge. No payment, donation, or purchase is required at any point. NIP does not guarantee college admission, scholarships, or any specific outcome as a result of participation.

Code of conduct

Participants agree to treat fellow participants, guest speakers, and organizers with respect; to discuss neurodevelopmental and mental health topics accurately and respectfully (no stigmatizing language, mockery, or diagnosing individuals known to the participant); and to refrain from harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior. Violations may result in removal from the Program without refund obligation, as the Program is free.

Virtual sessions & recording

All sessions are conducted online. Participants are responsible for their own internet access and device. Sessions may be recorded for internal quality and program-improvement purposes, and participants will be notified if a session is being recorded.

Capstone projects & intellectual property

Capstone projects remain the intellectual property of the student participants who created them. By participating, students grant NIP a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to showcase completed projects for program promotion, portfolio, and archival purposes, with credit given to the student creators. Students may use their own completed project for personal purposes, including college applications and portfolios. Two teams per cohort receive "Distinction" certification.

Photo, video & testimonial release

NIP may photograph, record, or collect quotes during sessions or Graduation Day for use in promotional materials. Participants or their parent/guardian may opt out of media use by notifying organizers in writing prior to the relevant session.

Attendance, liability & program changes

Consistent attendance is expected to complete the capstone project and receive a certificate; NIP may set minimum attendance requirements for Graduation Day participation. NIP, its organizer(s), volunteers, and guest speakers are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from participation — participation is voluntary. NIP may modify session content, schedule, speakers, or format at any time, with reasonable efforts to notify participants of significant changes.

Privacy

Personal information collected (name, email, school, application responses) is used solely for Program administration and communication, and will not be sold or shared with third parties without consent, except where required by law.

Questions about these Terms? Email neuroscienceimmersionprogram@gmail.com.