• Scientific Discovery for the Classroom
  • Scientific Discovery for the Classroom
  • Scientific Discovery for the Classroom
  • Students in science lab
    Scientific Discovery for the Classroom
  • 2013-14 Student Participation 62,338
    Scientific Discovery for the Classroom

What We Do

The Amgen Biotech Experience is an innovative science education program that provides teacher professional development, teaching materials, and research-grade equipment and supplies to secondary schools. The program features a hands-on molecular biology curriculum that introduces students to the excitement of scientific discovery. Each year, over 60,000 students and hundreds of science teachers participate and have the opportunity to explore the methods scientists use to create biotechnology medicines.

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Where We Are
Amgen map

See where ABE is currently supported by exploring the map of participating schools. Program sites and distribution centers provide teacher training, support, and kit loans in their local area.

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How to Get Involved
Students in science lab

Find out how you can get involved with ABE and biotechnology education.

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What People Are Saying
Amgen CEO

Robert A. Bradway, Chairman and CEO of Amgen, discusses Amgen's Commitment to Science Education.

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Newsroom

January 14, 2015 | Media Coverage
ABE and Life Sciences Outreach Program at Harvard featured in East Boston Times article

This article takes a closer look at East Boston High School’s implementation of the ABE Program.

December 10, 2014 | Media Coverage
Alia Qatarneh of ABE Massachusetts wins award for science raps

Alia Qatarneh, a research assistant for the Life Sciences Outreach Program at Harvard, was awarded the New England Biolabs Passion in Science Award in the Arts and Creativity category.

student participation to date: 365,796

 

AmgenAmgen Biotech Experience is an international program funded by the Amgen Foundation with direction and technical assistance provided by Education Development Center, Inc. (EDC)