Question 1

Will Lumiere help me publish my research?

Accepted Answer

Students in the Premium Research and Publication Program, the Research Fellowship, and the Professor Premium Publication Program receive structured support for submitting their work to journals and conferences. Lumiere assists with up to 3 rounds of submission. Please note that we cannot guarantee publication.

Question 2

Where do Lumiere students publish their papers?

Accepted Answer

Lumiere students publish their research in selective undergraduate and high school academic journals, including: 
Intersect: The Stanford Journal of Science, Technology, and Society
The Journal of Emerging Investigators
The American Journal of Student Research
You can see more of our students’ publications here. 
Some of our students have also presented at international conferences, such as the International Conference on Applied Microbiology and Beneficial Microbes and the International Conference on AI in Education Technology.

Question 3

Can I get a letter of recommendation from my mentor?

Accepted Answer

Students may ask their mentors for recommendations. Many of our mentors write recommendations for their students, though doing so is each mentor’s individual decision.

Question 4

Can I earn academic credit through Lumiere?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Students who complete a Lumiere program can receive 3 units of post-baccalaureate credit from UC San Diego Extended Studies. To learn more, email us at contact@lumiere.education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will Lumiere help me publish my research?

Where do Lumiere students publish their papers?

Can I get a letter of recommendation from my mentor?

Can I earn academic credit through Lumiere?