Young Scientist Information Session

30 Apr 2026

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Young Scientist Information Session

30 April @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm AEST

Virtual Event

Join our Young Scientist Information Session to learn about the Young Scientist Program and how to get your students involved!

We’ll provide an update on:

  • New resources
  • Competition dates
  • 2026 prizes
Young Scientist celebrates scientific inquiry and creativity and encourages students to ask big questions. 
Recognition plays a powerful role in inspiring young people. Receiving a prize builds confidence, validates effort, and encourages students to see themselves as scientists and innovators. For many, the experience of being recognised at a state level becomes a defining moment that motivates further learning and future pathways in STEM. With over 100 monetary prizes awarded each year across primary and secondary categories, the Young Scientist Program ensures that a wide range of students across NSW are celebrated.

New Focus Area: Climate Action

Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, and one that strongly resonates with young people.

In 2026, we are launching a new suite of prizes to encourage student projects involving reduction of carbon dioxide (CO₂) or other greenhouse gases. These prizes invite students to direct their concern for climate change into action, rewarding scientific inquiry and innovative technological solutions that demonstrate how science, engineering and creativity can help shape a more sustainable future. This focus area includes projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions either directly, or indirectly, for instance by improving how efficiently energy and resources are used.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6dq_VTzzQEWdSRU6zYvBLQ

Details

30 April 2026 —
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm AEST

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6dq_VTzzQEWdSRU6zYvBLQ