Research & Portfolio Building Free Webinar

This session will answer the questions that many families have but often do not know whom to ask:

1. Does research really matter for college admissions, or do grades and course rigor still matter more?
2. What is the right grade to start—Grade 8, 9, 10, or 11—without creating unnecessary pressure?
3. Do students need a published paper, or can a strong project, prototype, simulation, or poster also count?
4. Which colleges actually notice research, inventions, and innovation—and how do they read them?
5. Can a student without lab access still build a credible research profile?
6. How much does research really weigh in the total college application?
7. What mistakes make a student’s profile look artificial, parent-driven, or rushed?
8. How can a Grade 8–12 student turn curiosity into an authentic project that strengthens their profile?

The webinar will help students and parents understand how research papers, simulations, prototypes, patents, and portfolio-building can contribute to a more authentic and competitive academic profile.

The joining link will be shared via email and WhatsApp 2 days before the webinar.

Event Speakers

Dr. Priyanka Joshi

PhD, Purdue University

MachinedMind Team

Research Mentorship & College Portfolio Guidance Team