Charles Blackburn, Jr | Apr 1, 2007 | 9 min read
By Charles Blackburn, JrTHE STATE OF EDUCATIONStarting early and intensely trains tomorrow's creative biotechnologists. "Overall it was just a great learning experience" one young alumnus said of Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics, a free, state-funded program for academically talented North Carolina students who may pursue careers in science and mathematics. These summer camps are offered at six college campuses across the state. "Rising juniors and seniors come together in resid