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Founded back in 2008, REPU Biology is the original branch of the REPU family. We are committed to promoting science in Peru by empowering talented undergraduate students, giving them the opportunity to undertake a 12-week hands-on research experience at top universities in the US and Europe. REPU Biology students also enjoy being part of our welcoming, extensive network of Peruvian scientists across the world.


If you are a Peruvian undergrad with a passion for research and an interest in cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, or similar areas of knowledge, REPU could be the ideal opportunity to take your skills to the next level. Beyond scientific expertise, we are looking for students who have demonstrated critical thinking skills and a commitment to making a positive impact - both in the lab and in their communities. Apply now and be part of REPU Biology’s proud legacy!


For more information on previous projects developed during the internship, please refer to the Magazine and our social networks. For any inquiries, please contact bio.branch@repuprogram.org


Host Institutions in 2026

  • Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine

  • Centre de Recherches en Cancérologie de Toulouse

  • University of Cambridge

  • Universidad de Barcelona

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Application Instructions
Applications for REPU Biology 2026 are now closed. 

Current participants
Alumni
Mentors

Current Mentors

Former Mentors

  • Luz Saavedra, Duke University (2025)

  • Eduardo Sanchez, Washington University in St. Louis (2025)

  • Lidia Llacsahuanga, UC Berkeley (2025)

  • Brayan Campos, Duke University (2024-2025)

  • Victor León, New York University (2024)

  • Ela Contreras, Vanderbilt University (2024)

  • Gabriela González, Vanderbilt University (2024)​

  • Abel Alcazar Román, Vanderbilt University (2008), Yale University (2009-2013), Ruhr-Universität Bochum (2017),
    HHU Düsseldorf (2020-2023)

  • María Fernanda Senosain, CRCT Toulouse (2022)

  • Luis Hernández, Harvard University (2022)​

  • Antonella Raffo, Université de Lille (2022)

  • Jorge Rúa, Vanderbilt University (2020)

  • Andrés Guillén, Yale University (2020)

  • Andrea Cuentas, Vanderbilt University (2018-2019)​

  • Morayma Temoche, University of California Berkeley (2017-2019)

  • Gonzalo Tueros, Danmarks Tekniske Universitet (2019)

  • David Romero, Danmarks Tekniske Universitet (2019)

  • Omar Julca, Yale University (2018)

  • Roberto Lozano, Cornell University (2018)

  • Margarete Díaz, Harvard University (2017-2018)

  • Alessandro Bailetti, New York University (2017-2018)

  • Kenyi Saito, Vanderbilt University (2013-2016)

  • ​Sofía Espinoza, Yale University (2012-2015)​

  • Paola Correa, Texas A&M University (2015)​​​

Admissions committee

Heads of REPU Biology

Current REPU Biology Admissions Committee Members 

Former REPU Biology Admissions Committee Members 

Morayma Temoche, Abel Alcazar, Alessandro Bailetti, Margarete Diaz, Sofía Espinoza, Kenji Saito, Omar Julca

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