the High School Health Research forum.

The High School Health Research Forum is a community of students who seek to explore and improve human health, often beginning with something as simple as a Google search or a question.

In 2024, after participating in a two-week program at JHU, we recognized that high school students across the world have innovative ideas and a deep enthusiasm for clinical research. Inspired by this experience, we reached out to like-minded peers and came together to establish HSHRF, a coalition dedicated to unifying students who share a passion for health and research, regardless of location.

A common misconception about research is that it requires institutional backing or a fully equipped lab. But in reality, some of the most important ways to get started is with a passion or an interest, and a plus: PubMed. After equipping a creative mind and a keyboard, type away!

Start your HSHRF journey by exploring the platform. Here, you will find the motivation to dive deeper into your research, receive valuable feedback from fellow students, and connect with high schoolers who share your interests. Learn about exciting projects through the HSHRF Expo, submit your work-in-progress research for peer editing, or collaborate to transform your ideas into real-world health solutions.

Enjoy the process of learning and creating alongside new friends. The journey is just as important as the destination. The forum is thrilled to welcome new members, all working together to shape the future of health through research. In solidarity through HSHRF, high school students can energize themselves and take their next steps into the world of health research.

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The High School Health Research Forum Founders

Miki Chan, Juliette Carson, Rebecca Zhao

FAQs

  • The High School Health Research Forum (HSHRF) sets itself apart by prioritizing youth representatives in the health research field and maintaining a continuous network of young researchers by keeping the platform entirely managed by high school students nationwide. The meaning of HSHRF is in the word forum—It is a dedicated space for ongoing meetings and meaningful exchanges, whether synchronously or asynchronously, where students can continue to connect, collaborate, and learn through research expos, online seminars, free student-made resources, and the peer editing process. With this process, you can confidently submit your research and receive edits from student peers who share your passion. You will walk out of being part of HSHRF with a boosted passion and a guided academic journey.

  • In order to securely and properly carry out the peer editing process, the platform requires you to become a member (sign up) or log in to get started. Students can then submit their research for edits or choose to practice the peer editing process. Those who submit their pieces for peer editing will receive their edited piece in their inbox when their editor has completed their edits.

  • You may share any health-related research, whether they are original studies, literature reviews, case studies, and more. HSHRF supports a wide range of topics within the research field - however, you must be able to identify if your research falls under the category of "health." Please refer to the submission guidelines for the HSHRF Expo for more details.

  • The best ways to stay updated with the HSHRF are either by following the forum's social media, (@hshealthresearchforum on Instagram) or by entering your email address to subscribe to the newsletter. You may also regularly check this website for announcements and upcoming events.

  • Absolutely. The forum values student connection and discussion, and student presentations during seminars construct the community that HSHRF strives for. To be featured, stay updated with Instagram (@hshealthresearchforum) for announcements or visit the "Join an HSHRF Seminar" page for the interest forms, and the executive board will evaluate the speakers based on event relevance and accomplishments.