Path to Nobel

A project of the Association for Human Development Inc. (AFHD),

A not-for-profit IRS 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt organization EIN – 20-1848083

The visionary propelling this project — Dr. Srinivasa Rao Kalasapudi, Ph.D., a biomedical scientist with 31 peer-reviewed publications and postdoctoral research at Columbia University and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and founder of the Association for Human Development, Dr. Quinoa, and North East Biotech. Learn More About Dr. Rao

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Path to Nobel — Volume 4 (Premium)

$1,000

20 student authors per cohort.

What your enrollment includes

  • The Path to Nobel Masterclass — 42 short video lessons across four self-paced weeks, about an hour a week, taking you from finding your pioneer's story through research, interviewing, writing, revision and publication-ready editing. Each module ends with a short set of questions your mentor sees, so guidance is based on where you actually are.
  • Mentorship from the Path to Nobel team of accomplished mentors — guiding your chapter from first draft to publication-ready.
  • A ten-piece workbook toolkit and the 100-point chapter rubric — walkthrough videos for every template, from the pioneer selection scorecard to the publication-ready checklist. Yours to keep.
  • Inclusion in the peer-review cohort — every student reviews 3 fellow students' chapters.
  • Online cohort community — 20 peers over the eight weeks: peer review, writing accountability, and relationships that outlast the program.
  • A published chapter in the Volume 4 anthology — you author a 10-page chapter profiling a Nobel-caliber pioneer of your choice.
  • Certificate of Completion + Published-Author credential — college-application-ready.
  • A personalized letter of recommendation from Dr. Rao — referencing your specific work.
  • 10 copies of the published book — for college applications, gifts to teachers, and a personal keepsake.

What Student Authors Say

Real quotes from our published student co-authors.

In my opinion, the most helpful and meaningful experience I gained from being a part of this project were the connections I made with mentors. Being able to communicate and share your writing with real scientists gives you experience in communicating academically with professors, graduate students, and other researchers in college. Moreover, mentors act as references and can attest to your hard work, capabilities, and research skills.

Aashritha Kilambi

Volume 1 & 2 Student Co-Author

Being part of the authoring team for Path to Nobel and its second edition has been a truly rewarding and memorable experience for me. I gained many valuable skills throughout the process, especially through the opportunity to interview Dr. Martin Chalfie and write about two significant discoveries. It was fascinating to learn about the research and stories behind these achievements and to gain a deeper understanding of the dedication and hard work behind these groundbreaking discoveries. I'm very grateful for this experience and proud to have been part of this project that taught me so much.

Ananya Kulkarni

Volume 1 Co-Author (Martin Chalfie chapter)

Being a student author for Path to Nobel was an incredibly rewarding experience. It gave me the opportunity to work alongside ambitious students, fellow young writers, and mentors, creating an environment where ideas were constantly shared and challenged. Contributing to a collaborative publication strengthened my writing, research, and communication skills while allowing me to learn from the perspectives and experiences of other talented peers. It was a valuable experience that encouraged me to think more critically, express my ideas with greater confidence, and appreciate the impact of collaborative work.

Vinya Sharad

Volume 2 Student Co-Author

Being a student author for Path to Nobel: Volume 2 was such a rewarding experience. Throughout the process, I had the chance to work closely with peers and mentors, which gave me a much better understanding of how research is developed and published. It also gave me insight into how much work happens behind the scenes to make a publication like this possible. More than anything, this experience helped me grow as a researcher. I learned how to ask better questions and communicate my ideas more effectively through writing. It also helped me realize how much I genuinely enjoy research and the impact it can have on solving real-world problems.

Dyuthi Dhawan

Volume 2 Co-Author (Stanley Cohen chapter)

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