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Data Science Research
Data Science Research is an intensive 6-week program for high school students, introducing them to data science and machine learning concepts. Using real-world data sets, students will conduct foundational research, building and evaluating predictive models to answer research questions in a data-driven way.
The research program is highly selective, offering only a limited number of spots.
Program content
- Receive guidance from professionals in both academia and industry for your research endeavors
- Apply advanced Machine Learning techniques to gain deep insights into societal challenges
- Engage in a collaborative environment to ideate creative approaches for addressing tangible global problems alongside peers with similar interests
- Gain the opportunity to connect with young analysts and data scientists from diverse fields, forming valuable connections for the future
Program highlight
- Structured modules with daily and weekly goals for smooth progress tracking
- Conduct comprehensive exploratory data analysis using Pandas, and visualization libraries like Seaborn and Matplotlib
- Gain basic proficiency in machine learning techniques, including Decision Tree and Random Forest, for predictive data analysis
- Work in tandem with fellow participants on dataset(s) to achieve the program deliverables
- Showcase your research findings in a culmination event
Who can join?
- High school students enrolled in the academic year 2024-2025 (9th – 12th grades)
- A student who has completed a Python programming course or attending a python programming camp
- A student exhibiting advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
$800
- From: June 24 - Aug 3, 2024
- Sessions: Mon - Fri
- Start Time: 5:00 PM PST, 8:00 PM EST
- Duration: 1.5 hrs
- Culmination Event: Aug 3, 2024
Prerequisite
Showcase your Python skills with a valid certificate from an accredited Python course or camp.
Selection
Apply for our research program: submit an application, followed by an interview with the DIYA Research Team for evaluation.
Registration
Successful interviewees will receive an email with a registration link to confirm their participation in the research program.
Sample Schedule
Week 1 | June 24 - June 28 | Research students will refresh their programming skills by completing video lessons and assignments. Students will be introduced to an area of study to conduct research and collect relevant material and datasets to formulate a research question. |
Week 2 | July 1- July 5 | Students will engage in data collection and utilize Python and Pandas for cleaning the data. They will perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights within the dataset. |
Week 3 | July 8 - July 12 | Students will work on data collection and cleaning using python libraries. They will refine their dataset with basic exploratory work. |
Week 4 | July 15 - Jul 19 | Students will employ various visualization techniques for in-depth analysis and exploration of the dataset. They will draw meaningful inferences and understanding of data patterns through comprehensive exploratory analysis through visualization. |
Week 5 | July 22 - July 26 | Students will explore Machine Learning concepts, applying Decision Tree and Random Forest algorithms for predictions and mastering hyper parameter tuning to improve the performance of their machine learning models. |
Week 6 | July 29 - Aug 2 | Students will refine their work and document their findings in their report. They will create a slide deck highlighting their machine learning analysis and prepare for a live final presentation at the culmination event. |
Culmination Event | Aug 3 (Sat) | Students will present their research project to a panel of experts from universities and industry, showcasing their work and insights. |
Earn a certificate
Earn a completion certificate that will be validated by DIYA Research
FAQs
Selection to research program will be in two rounds. The first round of selection is based on the application details. Short-listed students are invited to attend an online interview for a second round of selection. Students selected after the interview will have a chance to register by submitting the payment.
A junior or senior high school student (incoming 11th – 12th grades) who has completed a course or camp in python programming can join this program. Excellent analytical skills and problem solving skills are required to succeed in this program.
Yes the weekday sessions are online and will be live and interactive. Teachers from academia and industry will be presenting topics and guiding the students throughout the research. Teaching assistants will engage with students to help them with their work. Students will benefit the most from the interactive sessions and are expected to attend the zoom sessions online.
Yes, the research program is geared towards students who have the motivation and the interest to dive deep into the research area for analysis. The students are expected to work at least 20 hrs a week and weekly progress will be monitored based on the self-paced work between the sessions.
Yes, students will benefit the most from the interactive sessions and are expected to attend the zoom sessions online. The weekday sessions will guide the students and keep them on track for the research work
No, the bootcamp and the research programs run in parallel and we expect students to focus on only one of the programs.
The first round of selection will be based on the application. Short-listed students will receive an invitation by email to attend an interview. All candidates selected in the second round after the interview should receive a link for payment no later than April 30, 2024
Based on the interview assessment and skill level, DIYA Research will determine the right fit for the research team. Students will be grouped into teams of 2-4 and led by a professional.
Yes and No. Each research group will be assigned an area of study and are expected to work in that domain. However, within that domain, students are encouraged to come up with their own research question and answer it using a data-driven approach.
Students are invited to register for the program after an assessment and an interview. This is a highly selective program with limited seats. There is no refund once the student is selected and has paid for the program.
Please drop us an email at info@diya-research.org with your details.
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2022 Research Culmination Event & Project Showcase
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2020 Research Culmination Event & Project Showcase
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