The document summarizes the SCIRE Summer Scholars Research Program, an 8-week program that aims to inspire high school students to pursue careers in research science. It describes how students are assigned to research projects, perform hands-on laboratory experiments, and learn techniques like PCR and gel electrophoresis. At the end of the program, the students present their findings to an audience of VA doctors and researchers. The program helps students gain a better understanding of what it's like to be a research scientist and encourages them to pursue research careers.