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BOOST in 2025: Inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders

November 19, 2025

Salime’s journey from ESL student to science presenter shows BOOST’s power to transform lives, combining research, mentorship, and creativity to inspire STEM dreams.

Duke med students Guissepe Yanez, MS3, and Liban Mohamed, MS2, show BOOST students Gabriel Gil, 11, and Jonathan Sanchez, 11, how to suture during BOOST’s 20th anniversary celebration.

Celebrating a 20-Year Legacy of Boosting Student Interest in STEM

December 17, 2024

Duke University School of Medicine’s BOOST Program recently celebrated 20 years of inspiring young people to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and medicine (STEM).

Naki Ellis receiving a Super-sized check for $20,000

BOOST Alumn and Junior Peer Leader Gets 20K Award from the Youth Mentoring Collaborative

October 12, 2024

The Youth Mentoring Collaborative (YMC) Symposium was on October 12th, 2024, at the Durham Convention Center. BOOST Science Program at Duke University is a proud partner with YMC. Congratulations to all winners, especially our BOOST Science peer leader and youth staff team member, Naki Ellis.

Boost Students with the staff from the department of Head & Neck Surgery and Communications Science

Duke Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences Department Partners with Duke BOOST

September 4, 2024

Department of Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciencesy partnered with the Duke BOOST program to host a transformative Science Immersion event. This initiative aimed to inspire and educate middle school students from Durham Public Schools, providing them invaluable exposure to various healthcare professions.