OSU Agriculture Microbiome Program

The Oklahoma State University Agriculture Microbiome Program (AMP) will introduce ninth and tenth grade students and STEM teachers to the microbiome sciences that promise to improve agricultural productivity and reduce the environmental impact of agriculture. This program includes a variety of interactive virtual modules and a week-long hands-on summer camp on the Oklahoma State University, Stillwater Campus. Students will develop laboratory and presentation skills to share what they learned with their communities.

Who can apply?

Current 8th and 9th Grade Students (future 9th and 10th graders 2026-27 school year)
Agriculture, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Teachers

Important Dates

Sept 15, 2025 - Applications Open. Click here to apply
October 31, 2025 - Applications Due
January 19, 2026 - Acceptance Notifications Sent
Spring 2026 - Virtual Modules Open
May 2026 - Pre-AMP Zoom Meetings
May 31-June 5, 2026: AMP Summer Camp OSU-Stillwater Campus Tentative Schedule
May 31, 2026 - Camp Check-in at 10 am
June 5, 2026 - 1:00-3:00 pm final presentations; camp ends at 3:00 pm
Summer/Fall 2026 - Community Presentations

Event Registration Details
OSU Agriculture Microbiome Program
Student Applicants: Current 8th or 9th Grade Students (will be in the 9th and 10th grade 2026-27 school year) Teacher Applicants: Agriculture, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Teachers Important Dates Summer Camp Schedule: May 31-June 5, 2026 Cost: $0 APPLY

For more information, please contact Dr. Christopher Eck, Program Co-Director at 405-586-4655 or email Chris.eck@okstate.edu.

OSU AMP Website