The program also includes supplemental lectures, departmental talks and visits to some of the state of the art facilities on campus. In the past, senior Institute scientists have lectured on cutting-edge topics such as robotics, gene therapy and brain research. Students themselves are also strongly encouraged to prepare and lead seminars on subjects in which they have interest. After spending three weeks at the Institute, the group shifts to an altogether different scientific focal point - a field school in the Judean Desert, near the Dead Sea. R esearch P rojects The following is a sample of some of the past projects.
Emphasis is placed on participant involvement in planning events and programs.
Students serve on the social, journal, news or sports committees. Tours of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are part of the itinerary, while optional trips to the northern part of Israel and Eilat are also offered. The trip to Jerusalem is scheduled for the first weekend of the program in order to give the participants an introduction to the diverse culture and history of Israel. This is also an opportunity for everyone to become acquainted and build a sense of community. By now, all alumni should have received the 2000 Alumni Newsletter .