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Based on our experience at some of the top research institutions, the Polygence team and community have a lot of insights to offer you on all sorts of topics! We are here every step of the way to support you on your journey to discover, explore, and showcase your intellectual passions. Read on to learn more passion project best practices, research program insights, and college admissions tips and tricks!

Research Opportunities and Ideas

Research Opportunities and Ideas

Student Spotlights

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Education and College Admissions

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Meet our Mentors

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How to Conduct and Showcase Research

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About Polygence

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ABOUT POLYGENCE

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Environmental Science Research Projects at the 8th Symposium of Rising Scholars

Apr 19, 2023

ABOUT POLYGENCE

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Medicine and Health Projects at the 8th Symposium of Rising Scholars

Apr 19, 2023

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

2 minute read

Psychology and Mental Health Research Projects at the 8th Symposium of Rising Scholars

Apr 13, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

5 minute read

Some Things to Consider If You've Been Turned Down by a Highly Rejective College

Apr 13, 2023

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ABOUT POLYGENCE

4 minute read

Chang-rae Lee Keynote Speech at the 8th Symposium of Rising Scholars

Apr 12, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

4 minute read

The Importance of Early Decision Applications

Apr 10, 2023

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HOW TO

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Publishing in The Concord Review: The Complete Guide

Apr 10, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

4 minute read

How To Ace the Georgetown Alumni Interview

Apr 10, 2023

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

7 minute read

10 Environmental Research and Passion Project Ideas for High School Students

Apr 5, 2023

ABOUT POLYGENCE

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Award-Winning Projects from the Eighth Symposium of Rising Scholars

Mar 30, 2023

EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

6 minute read

Virtual vs. In-person Pre-College Summer Programs: How to choose what's right for you

Mar 28, 2023

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

5 minute read

Design Research and Passion Project Ideas for High School Students

Mar 16, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

3 minute read

How To Ace the Princeton Alumni Interview

Mar 15, 2023

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HOW TO

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What is a Thesis Statement for a Research Paper?

Mar 15, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

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UK University Admissions: The Essential Milestones for 2024 and 2025

Mar 15, 2023

ABOUT POLYGENCE

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Staff Spotlight: Christopher Jack

Mar 14, 2023

ABOUT POLYGENCE

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Staff Spotlight: Maureen Lavin

Mar 14, 2023

HOW TO

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Data Collection in Psychology: The Ultimate Guide

Mar 13, 2023

EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

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Acing the Alumni Interview: The Ultimate Guide

Mar 8, 2023

EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

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UK University Admissions: The Ultimate Guide

Mar 7, 2023

HOW TO

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Primary and Secondary Research: What's the Difference?

Mar 5, 2023

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