<p>And to your previous question, there are a lot of different research programs and I really don’t think it matters what program/school you go through to get research experience, but like Emmers said, a good number of BME students have had some research experience in high school. I believe there’s a summer program forum in this site, and you can also look for research opportunities by directly contacting professors at a local university, explaining your bacground (coursework) and interest in their work, and asking if you can work in their lab for the summer. While some will not be willing to train high school students, don’t give up as there definitely will be some willing to work with you and get you involved in their lab.</p>