So far in this series, we’ve walked through every step of the research process: from curiosity and topic selection, through methodology...

Throughout this series, I've covered the entire research process: from curiosity and topic selection all the way to publishing and...

By now, you’ve traveled the full arc of the research process. You started with curiosity (Part 1), chose and narrowed a topic (Part 2),...

At this point in your research journey, you’ve put in weeks or even months of effort. You started with curiosity (Part 1), narrowed your...

So far in this series, you’ve done a lot of thinking and planning. You’ve clarified what research actually is (Part 1), chosen and...

By now, you’ve made significant progress in your research journey. In Part 1, we reframed research as more than just assignments; in Part...

By now, you’ve built a foundation: you understand what research really is (Part 1), and you’ve chosen and narrowed down your topic into...

In Part 1 of this series, we talked about what research really   means — not just Googling sources or writing a school report, but the...

When you hear the word research , what comes to mind? For many high schoolers, it’s stacks of scientific papers, lab coats, or maybe just...

Competition day isn’t just the finish line — it’s the stage where months of work meet real-world testing. It’s your chance to not only...

If your science fair journey were a novel, this is the rising action — the part where your story gains momentum and the stakes get...

Choosing the right project topic is arguably the most important  decision you’ll make in your science fair journey. Your idea will...

Science fairs are more than just a few trifold boards set up in a school gym — they are powerful, life-changing experiences that can...

You’ve built a solid structure  (Part 1) and filled it with impactful content  (Part 2). Now comes the step that often decides whether...

In Part 1 , we built the foundation  for your resume — a clean structure, the right layout, and formatting choices that make you look...

When you’re in high school, writing a resume can feel… awkward. Maybe you’ve never had a “real” job yet, or you’re staring at a blank...

In this final installment of my cold-email series, you’ll see a complete sample message  crafted using the strategies from Parts 1–3,...

Struggling with radio silence? In Part 3 you’ll learn exactly when and how to send polite follow-ups that capture nearly half of all replies, plus a simple system for tracking every email so nothing slips through the cracks. You’ll also discover what to do the moment someone says “yes”—from scheduling interviews and lab visits to clarifying internship details—and how to keep momentum so every reply becomes a real opportunity.

Struggling to get replies? In Part 2 of this series, you’ll learn how to craft subject lines that stand out, open with a personal hook, and structure the body in three clear paragraphs so your ask shines. You’ll also polish your signature and fine-tune tone and formatting to respect busy inboxes. Master these message-writing strategies and turn your research into real responses.

Ever feel like your cold emails vanish into the void? In Part 1 of my series, you’ll learn to master the prep: define clear goals, find and profile the ideal contacts, gather proof points that showcase your value, and organize everything in a simple spreadsheet. Stop relying on luck and start owning the conversation: boost your reply rate before you even type a single word.