Events
Join our conferences, hackathons, boot camps, and workshops. Connect with fellow researchers and advance your skills.
Format
Program Type
ConferenceHybrid
YMRF Spring Research Conference
Our flagship annual conference where students present their research through poster sessions and lightning talks. Features keynote speakers from leading research institutions.
March 15-16, 2026
Virtual + University of California
200 attendees
Register by March 1, 2026
HackathonVirtual
AI for Good Hackathon
48-hour hackathon focused on building AI solutions for social impact. Form teams, tackle real-world problems, and compete for prizes.
April 5-6, 2026
Online
100 participants
Register by March 25, 2026
Boot CampHybrid
Python for Research Boot Camp
Two-week intensive program covering Python fundamentals, data analysis with pandas, and visualization with matplotlib for research applications.
May 1-14, 2026
Online + Select Partner Schools
40 students
Register by April 15, 2026
WorkshopVirtual
Scientific Writing Workshop
One-day workshop on writing effective research papers, abstracts, and presentations. Learn from published researchers and get feedback on your work.
June 8, 2026
Online
50 students
Register by June 1, 2026
ConferenceIn-Person
Summer Research Symposium
End-of-summer showcase for Research Mentorship Program participants. Present your research and network with mentors and peers.
July 20, 2026
Boston Convention Center
150 attendees
Register by July 10, 2026
HackathonVirtual
Data Visualization Challenge
Create compelling data visualizations that tell a story. Work with real datasets and compete for recognition and prizes.
August 12-13, 2026
Online
80 participants
Register by August 1, 2026
Featured Event
YMRF Spring Research Conference 2026
Our flagship annual event brings together student researchers from across the country. Present your work, learn from keynote speakers, and connect with peers who share your passion for scientific discovery.
Event Details
March 15-16, 2026
Virtual + University of California Campus
200 attendees (100 in-person, 100 virtual)
Registration deadline: March 1, 2026
What to Expect
Poster presentation sessions
Student lightning talks (5-minute presentations)
Keynote speakers from MIT, Stanford, and NASA
Networking lunch and social events
Awards ceremony for outstanding research