Welcome to the Polygence Blog

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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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

8 minute read

The Complete Guide to Requesting Letters of Recommendation

February 20, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

5 minute read

Running by the Charles River: The Passion for Research that led me to Harvard

February 18, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

5 minute read

An NYU Senior’s Advice to his High School Self

February 18, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

6 minute read

Research Mentorship is Critical for High School Students: 7 Reasons Why

February 18, 2023

HOW TO

4 minute read

Summer Research Programs: How To Choose The Right Program For You

February 18, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

6 minute read

How I Discovered My Passion While At Tufts

February 18, 2023

EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

8 minute read

Finding Purpose and Passion in Life: A Conversation with Sheila Akbar, COO of Signet Education

February 17, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

6 minute read

How to Choose a College Major

February 17, 2023

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HOW TO

6 minute read

Showcasing on GitHub: The Complete Guide

February 13, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

3 minute read

My journey from Morocco to Princeton: Research = Me-search

February 11, 2023

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

8 minute read

Is Polygence Worth it: Parent Spotlight featuring Myles

February 10, 2023

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

5 minute read

Top Psychology and Neuroscience Competitions for High School and Middle School Students

February 10, 2023

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HOW TO

4 minute read

Passion Projects for High School Students: Why They’re Important and How to Get Started

February 10, 2023

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

9 minute read

High School Biology Research Student Creates Band-aid Replacement

February 9, 2023

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

5 minute read

History Summer Research Programs for High School Students: The Top 10 in 2023

February 9, 2023

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

5 minute read

NYU Summer Research Programs for High School Students in 2023

February 9, 2023

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

4 minute read

History Passion Project Ideas for High School Students: Our Top 10 in 2023

February 8, 2023

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

5 minute read

Data Science Summer Research Opportunities for High School Students: The Top 10 for 2023

February 7, 2023

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HOW TO

4 minute read

Psychology Passion Projects: The Complete Guide

February 3, 2023

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EDUCATION AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

6 minute read

ChatGPT’s disruption of Education and College Admissions: A Tool or Cheat Code

February 3, 2023

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

4 minute read

Literature Passion Project Ideas for High School Students - Our Top 10

February 3, 2023