International Research Institute of North Carolina (IRI-NC)
Empowering Students Through Research Programs
The International Research Institute of North Carolina (IRI-NC) is a remote research organization that provides exceptional research opportunities for students worldwide.
Unlocking the World of Academic Exploration for Students
Introduction to Research Program
Students develop a research question and produce a literature review, working with a graduate student mentor in an allied lab. Offered on flexible schedules, with 4-week or 8-week options.
Research Assistant Program
Open to graduate students. The aim is to publish a peer-reviewed paper on a chosen research question, with one-on-one meetings with university faculty. 4-week or 8-week options.
Benefits
- Direct collaboration with faculty
- Publishing opportunities
- Mentorship and networking with principal investigators
- Flexible schedules
- Possible letters of recommendation
Eligibility
- Teenage students aged 14 to 19, or recent high school graduates
- Fluency in English, spoken and written, is required
- No minimum GPA or prior experience or coursework is required, though biology or higher math/statistics coursework can help
- Students interested in medicine or health-related careers are a particularly good fit
Global High School Research Competition
High school students are invited to a webinar about a global research competition hosted by IRI-NC, USA.
Meet the Speaker
Dr. Robert A. Malkin, PhD, PE
Academic Director of IRI-NC and Professor of the Practice of Biomedical Engineering and Global Health, Emeritus at Duke University.
Why Join?
- Compete internationally
- Explore your academic interests
- Build a profile for selective university admissions
Live Webinar — August 29, 2026
YOUR RESEARCH JOURNEY CAN START HERE
Applications are on a rolling basis.