Innovative STEAM Programs for Engaging Student Learning

BriJen Lab

Vision

Our vision is to empower the next generation of innovators with a robust foundation in STEAM literacy, sparking curiosity and lifelong passion for discovery. We believe every student possesses the potential to become a catalyst for change, bringing novel, life-changing ideas and sustainable solutions to our rapidly evolving world.

Our hands-on STEAM learning projects connect innovation to real-world applications, fostering critical thinking and creativity for a tech-driven future challenges.

At BriJen Lab, our mission is to inspire the innovators of tomorrow by bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world impact. We equip students with expert mentorship and the critical thinking skills necessary to thrive in a complex, tech-driven world. Through personalized, project-based challenges, we transform young learners into confident creators and collaborative problem-solvers. At BriJen Lab, your child doesn’t just study the world—they analyze it, engage with it, and build the life skills required to become the architect of their own success."

At our core, we cultivate a passion for discovery paired with the integrity and honesty that define true character. We believe in the power of hard work and perseverance, while fostering a deep respect for others and the living world around us. By nurturing these ethical foundations, we empower students to lead with empathy and grow into principled citizens who care for both their community and the planet.

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Our Founder

Dr. Dolores Reyes (née Reyes Barreto) is a distinguished scientist whose career spans environmental biotechnology, renal medicine, and the advancement of STEAM education. With a foundation in cutting-edge molecular research, she now focuses on bridging the gap between complex scientific innovation and real-world applications for the next generation of thinkers.

Dr. Reyes’s research career is defined by her work across three distinct areas of biotechnology: Renal Medicine & Immunology, since joining the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2001, Dr. Reyes has specialized in the cellular mechanisms of renal ischemia-reperfusion injury. Her NIH-funded research led to the discovery of resident lymphocyte populations in kidneys and explored how cellular "cross-talk" between organs occurs after injury. Her work has been instrumental in designing new therapeutic targets to improve outcomes for organ transplants and acute kidney failure. Environmental Bioremediation, she has contributed significantly to environmental health by developing indirect conductance techniques. This work allows for the detection of molecular degradation in both free-floating and biofilm-forming bacterial populations, providing tools to better understand how bacteria can clean contaminated environments. Biochemistry & Plant Genetics, Dr. Reyes has conducted extensive studies on the metabolism of commercial lactic acid bacteria.

Dr. Reyes earned her Master’s and Doctoral degrees from the Technology University of Compiegne, France. Complementing her scientific rigor with an entrepreneurial mindset, she was also an alumna of the ACTiVATE® program at UMBC, which focuses on technology commercialization and leadership. She was co-founder of BriJen Biotech, a research and consulting company that provided services to start-ups. Also,

Currently, Dr. Reyes is dedicated to shaping the scientists and young entrepreneurs of tomorrow. She leverages her extensive background in medicine and biotechnology to lead hands-on STEAM learning projects. By connecting high-level innovation to real-world challenges, she fosters the critical thinking and creativity necessary for students to navigate a tech-driven future.

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Our team

Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Dr. Dolores Reyes, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from scientist to computer scientist and sales.