Summer Open And Reproducible Research (SOAR²) Camp
Sep 21-23, 2026, Loma Pelona Center, UCSB
Updates
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Application decisions have been released. Thank you to everyone who applied, and congratulations to our 2026 SOAR² participants—we look forward to learning together in September.
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We are pleased to announce Dr. James Fraser, Professor and Chair of BioEngineering at UCSF as our keynote speaker!
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Additional program information will be posted here throughout the summer. 📌 TIP: Bookmark this page for easy access.
The Summer Open And Reproducible Research (SOAR²) Camp is a three-day, hands-on program designed for UCSB undergraduate students who want to navigate research with confidence.
Program Highlights
Participants will:
- Gain practical skills for working with and organizing data
- Learn how to document research clearly and reproducibly
- Understand how research projects take shape—from start to finish
- Explore what it means to do research openly and responsibly
- Build confidence communicating your research
- Consider the opportunities and limitations of using generative AI in research
- Leave with a clear plan for your next steps in research
See the MODULES tab for more information about the program, including the tentative schedule and module descriptions.
What to expect?
SOAR² is highly interactive. Participants will engage in:
- Interactive workshops and hands-on activities
- Small-group discussions and collaborative exercises
- Visits to campus research facilities
- A keynote talk from a researcher doing open and reproducible science
Sessions are led by instructors and facilitators from different disciplines who will provide perspectives across different fields.
SOAR² is free to attend, and meals are provided. A digital badge and a certificate will be issued upon completion.
Who participates?
SOAR² will bring together UCSB undergraduate students from across disciplines (from Biological & Life Sciences to Humanities & Fine Arts). Some are already involved in research projects, while others are exploring research opportunities for the first time. We can’t wait to get started!
Program timeline
Application window: May 11 - Jun 3, 2026
Decisions released: by mid Jun, 2026
Program details and logistics: throughout the Summer 2026
SOAR² Camp: Sep 21 - 23, 2026 (between Fall move-in weekend and the start of classes)
Questions?
Contact rds [AT] library.ucsb.edu
