What the Project Is

ResearchBridge is a student-led platform that connects high school students with real university-level research opportunities.

Whether you’re brand new to research or already passionate about a subject, ResearchBridge is here to help you discover labs, professors, and projects that welcome motivated young learners.

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My Personal Story

My name is Nikhil Kalakada, and I’m a high school junior from Frisco, Texas.

I’ve gone through countless summer camps and programs where I became more and more passionate about so many different topics. I became especially involved with economics and continued to explore it throughout the school year and summer. However, it never felt like enough.

I created ResearchBridge because I wanted to get involved in real research, but I had no idea where to start. After hours of searching through university directories, emailing professors, and learning how to write professional outreach messages, I realized there had to be an easier way.

This site is my way of helping other students find opportunities faster and with more confidence.

Our Mission is Simple:

To make research accessible to any student willing to take initiative, regardless of connections, experience, or background.