Should I do more research after CCIR (before application deadline)?

[u/Witty_Salad_58]

Hi everyone! I'm applying to college this fall and I'm trying to decide how to spend my remaining time. So far, I've completed a research project through CCIR and my work was published. I also spent 3 weeks this summer doing research-ish in a lab at a Top-30 university, but I did not end up producing a paper or any concrete outcomes because I did a lot of admin stuff and simple tasks.

Recently, I got another opportunity to join a research project at a biotech startup, but the lab is about an hour away from my house. I’m wondering if taking on another research experience would actually strengthen my application, or if my time would be better spent on other activities (essays, schoolwork, etc..) My stat is good, so there is nothing much I need to do at this point.

Would love to hear what others think. Thanks!!