Science Mentorship
Institute (sci-MI)

Providing free and open-sourced research mentorship
to bridge the gap in science engagement

Our Mission

Everyone deserves an opportunity
to pursue science.


Founded with a vision to destroy barriers to science and empower a diverse generation of scientists, we provide research training to high school students from around the world at no cost.



Revolutionizing research education

To overcome traditional limitations in resources in research mentorship, we pair students with mentors for free project-based learning.

Our Programs

Each year, we host project-based independent research programs geared towards budding scientists.

Neuroscience

A summer-long immersive experience to pursue a neuroscience-based research project.

Biology

A summer-long immersive experience to pursue a biology-based research project.

Computer Science

A summer-long immersive experience to pursue a computer science based research project.

Electrical Engineering

A summer-long immersive experience to pursue an electrical engineering based research project.

Chemistry

In the works for 2025.

KEMRI

A three-month immersive experience for students in Kilifi county in Kenya to pursue an independent research project.

Our Team

Who we are

Sci-MI is led by a team of students and leaders with a shared passion for science outreach and advocacy.

Contact

Please check out the FAQ before reaching out to see if your question has already been answered. If you still have any questions or just want to contact us, do not hesitate to reach out through email or the contact form below. We would be happy to hear from you!