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Science schools: 2003-4 resultsSuccessful students selected for 2004 International Science SchoolsLondon Youth International Forum
USA Space Camp
International Science and Engineering Camp
Australian Space School
Talented School Students Travel Award: providing funds to help cover the direct travel costs to nationally recognised science and technology based events outside New Zealand. The Talented School Students Travel Award is funded by the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology and administered by the Royal Society of New Zealand. 2004 science schoolsLONDON INTERNATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE FORUM28 July to 11 August 2004 Join 300 students from all over the world at the University of London in a programme of science lectures, demonstrations, seminars, visits to scientific and technological institutes and social activity. Experience the culture of London and sightsee in and around London. Successful applicants are required to contribute $500.00 towards the costs. However the balance including registration, accommodation and air travel costs will be sponsored by the Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) and the British Council. Applicants must have been born between 28 July 1982 and 10 August 1988 and have NZ residency. Applicants must include a brief CV, a statement from the applicant outlining why they would like to participate in this program, a statement of scholastic record and letters of recommendation from both the Principal and HOD Science. Applications need to be received by 17 March 2004 at 4.00pm. Please send to: Debbie Woodhall London International Youth Science Forum The Royal Society of New Zealand P O Box 598 Wellington fax 04 473 1841 Email: Debbie.woodhall@rsnz.org USA INTERNATIONAL SPACE CAMPHuntsville, Alabama, USA July/August 2004 (dates to be advised) This is opportunity for two students who have a passion for astronomy to participate in an international gathering and experience the advanced space school program at Huntsville, Alabama. If you are already involved in an astronomy club then this would be an advantage. Each participating country is invited to send one teacher and two students (age 15-18, one female and one male). Return air travel from New Zealand to Huntsville, Alabama must be arranged and paid for by the participants. Tuition, food and accommodation will be provided by the USA Space Camp. Funding to assist with international travel may be available from the Talented School Students Travel Award website: http://www.rsnz.org/funding/talent/ Applicants must have New Zealand residency and should include a letter outlining their strengths and why they would like to participate in the program, a brief CV, scholastic record and references from the Principal and HOD Science. Applications must be received by 17 March 2004 at 4.00pm. Please send to: Debbie Woodhall USA Space Camp The Royal Society of NZ P O Box 598 Wellington fax 04 473 1841 Email:Debbie.woodhall@rsnz.org
International Science and Engineering Camp (ISEC) 2004Seoul, Korea July 26th –August 8th 2004 The primary goal of ISEC 2004 is to provide an opportunity for secondary school students from all over the world with distinguished talent in science and technology to take part in hands-on authentic science and engineering research experiences, in an international context, under the guidance of teachers and team leaders. Selection will based on:
Students are also required to fund their own travel. However assistance may be available from the Talented School Students Travel Award website: http://www.rsnz.org/funding/talent/ Applicants must have NZ residency and should include a letter outlining their strengths and why they would like to participate in the program, a brief CV, scholastic record and references from the Principal and HOD Science. If applicable please also include an outline of your research/invention. Applications must be received by 17 March 2004 at 4.00pm. Please send to: Debbie Woodhall ISEC 2004 The Royal Society of NZ P O Box 598 Wellington fax 04 473 1841 Email:Debbie.woodhall@rsnz.org Australian International Space SchoolJuly 2004 AISS provides an opportunity for students to share their interest in Space Science and provides and opportunity to meet some of Australia’s finest scientists and interact with international delegates. The five day programme will include lectures, workshops and excursions to institutions, observatories and space organizations. Air travel and approx $300.00 registration fee is to be paid by the students. However Funding to assist with international travel may be available from the Talented School Students Travel Award website: http://www.rsnz.org/funding/talent/ Applicants must have NZ residency and should include a letter outlining their strengths and why they would like to participate in the program, a brief CV, scholastic record and references from the Principal and HOD Science. Applications must be received by 17 March 2004 at 4.00 pm. Please send to: Debbie WoodhallAustralian Space School The Royal Society of NZ P O Box 598 Wellington fax 04 473 1841 Email:Debbie.woodhall@rsnz.org 3rd APEC Youth Science Festival12 students have been selected by the Royal Society of New Zealand to attend the 3rd APEC Youth Festival in Beijing as part of the New Zealand delegation. This trip of a lifetime has been made possible through funding received from the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology. Most of the students that are attending from New Zealand have been selected because of their participation and achievements in scientific or technological practice, or participated at the 2002 Genesis Energy National Science and Technology Fair. The delegation of students will be accompanied by a representative from of the Ministry of Research Science and Technology and Allister Gilbert of Opononi Area School, Northland who is currently on leave from school as a NZ Maths, Science and Technology Teacher Fellow. The 3rd Asia-Pacific Economic Community (APEC) Youth Science Festival is to be held this year from 29 July to 4 August. The Festival is an international youth science programme and youth delegations from APEC member economies participate in a variety of science education programmes and cultural events. This will involve over 600 students from over 14 APEC countries. Arrangements will be made for students to be hosted by Chinese families for part of their stay. This will provide them with a great insight to Chinese culture. They will also visit cultural heritages and a variety of other places of interest, including science museums, research institutes and university laboratories. 2003 updateUnfortunately the 3rd APEC Youth Festival has been postponed until 2004 because of the SARS virus. Taiwan Science FairThe Royal Society of New Zealand has a reciprocal arrangement with the National Taiwan Science Centre to send over a student to attend the Taiwan Science Fair. A student from New Zealand has been selected from the Genesis Energy National Science and Technology Fair in New Zealand. Kali Stratford aged 15 from Marlborough Girls College was selected to attend in February 2003. Kali did exceptionally well and won 1st prize in the international section for her investigation of how height of table tennis nets can effect the duration of rallies. Beijing Youth Science Creation CompetitionTwo New Zealand students have been selected to attend the Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition from the 26th of March until the 1st April. Haydn Luckman and Fiora Au, both aged 18 have been selected by the Royal Society of New Zealand and funded by Asia2000 to attend the Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition from the 26th March to 3rd of April. Fiora and Haydn received the Premier Science and Premier Technology Awards respectively at the 2002 Genesis Energy National Science and Technology Fair. Haydn developed a heat exchange system to recover and re-use heat energy from warm shower waste water while Fiora carried out a series of investigations to determine the allelopathic properties of rhododendrons. They will both be taking their projects to Beijing where they will display their projects to the public and be assessed alongside work from China and other participating countries. Visits will be organised to visit places of interest such as scientific organisations, universities and a highlight of the trip will be to visit the Great Wall and Summer Palace. Fiora and Haydn are both at Auckland University this year. Haydn is studying mechanical engineering and Fiora is studying software engineering. Harry Messel International Science SchoolThe Harry Messel International Science School gathers together top science students from nine countries for two weeks of lectures, laboratory tours, experiments and social events. The lecturers have been selected on their international reputations. The topics covered are: Space Exploration; Immunology; Energy; Particle Physics; Climate Change; Communications and Genetics. This scholarship covers expenses for meals, and accommodation at St John's College for the duration of the School. Return airfare is the responsibility of the student. The criteria is that students must be in Yr 12 or 13 and have a high level of achievement in Science and Mathematics and are also good communicators. Applicants must include a short typed essay outlining their reasons for applying; a letter from a parent giving permission for applicant to attend; a CV including scholastic records and supporting letters from the Principal and Head of Science. In March 2003 5 students will be selected to attend the Harry Messels International Science School which takes place in Sydney from 6-19 July. 2003 WinnersRicardo D’Souza –Yr 13 student at Marcellin College, Auckland Hester Goodwin - Yr 13 student at St Josephs Maori Girls’College in Hawkes Bay Kylie Sedon, Yr 13 student at Hamilton’s Fraser High School Jargil Santos, Yr 13 student from New Plymouth Boys’High School (read his report) Jin Woo Park, Yr 12 student at Christ’s College in Christchurch (read his report) Tiam Maghsodi, Yr 13 student at Otago Girls’High School (read her report) 2003 London International Youth Science ForumThis programme takes place from 23rd July until 6 August 2003. Join 300 students from all over the world at the University of London to share in a programme of science lectures, demonstrations, seminars, visits to scientific and technological institutes and social activity. Experience the night life and culture of London, and take the opportunity to sightsee in and around London. Registration, accommodation and air travel costs will be sponsored by the Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) and the British Council. Successful applicants will also be expected to contribute $500.00 towards the costs. Applicants who apply in 2003 must have been born between 23 July 1981 and 6 August 1987 and hold NZ nationality. Applicants must include a brief CV, a statement from the applicant outlining why they would like to participate in this program, a statement of scholastic record and letters of recommendation from both the Principal and HOD Science. Applications close 21 March 2003 and must be sent to: Debbie Woodhall London International Youth Science Forum The Royal Society of New Zealand P O Box 598 Wellington fax 04 473 1841 Email: Debbie.woodhall@rsnz.org 2003 –WinnersKelsey Serjeant aged 17 from St Cuthbert’s College Samuel Keller aged 17 from Tauranga Boys’High School USA International Space CampHuntsville, Alabama, USAThis is an opportunity for one teacher and two students who have a passion for astronomy to participate in an international gathering and experience the advanced space school program at Huntsville, Alabama. If you are already involved in an astronomy club then this would be an advantage. Each participating country is invited to send one teacher and two students (age 15-18, one female and one male). Return air travel from New Zealand to Huntsville, Alabama must be arranged and paid for by the participants. Tuition, food and accommodation will be provided by the USA Space Camp. Applications need to be sent to Debbie Woodhall, RSNZ, Box 598, Wellington by 21st March 2003. All applicants must provide scholastic record, and two testimonials from HOD Science and the principle. 2003 WinnersCelia Hunter - Yr10 student from Napier Girls’High School Hamish Silverwood a Yr 13 student from Burnside High School Australian International Space SchoolThis is an annual programme that takes place in July in Sydney and Canberra over one week. Up to 8 students are selected from New Zealand to attend this programme they will visit observatories, scientific and technological institutions and attend lectures by a visiting astronaut. Those selected to attend are:
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