An immersive game that teaches families about biomedical science through puzzles.
STEM Escape: Immersing urban and rural families in a biomedical mystery
This fun traveling escape room is designed for families with kids aged 8 and up to work together on puzzles that teach biology and encourage teamwork, all while exploring exciting careers in science!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Berkeley NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Berkeley, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10663933 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project creates a traveling escape room experience designed to engage families in solving a biomedical mystery. Participants will work together to complete puzzles that teach fundamental biology concepts and promote critical thinking and collaboration skills. The program targets families with children aged 8 and up, aiming to spark interest in biomedical careers while providing educational content aligned with national science standards. Follow-up activities will enhance learning and family interaction around scientific topics.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include families with children aged 8 and older who are interested in science and education.
Not a fit: Families without children in the target age range or those not interested in science may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could inspire a new generation of students to pursue careers in biomedical fields.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational initiatives using immersive experiences have shown success in engaging students and promoting interest in STEM fields.
Where this research is happening
Berkeley, United States
- University of California Berkeley — Berkeley, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: White, Lisa Diane — University of California Berkeley
- Study coordinator: White, Lisa Diane
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.