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YOUNG SCIENTIST CONTEST

The European Union (EU) Contest for Young Scientists, an initiative of the European Commission, was set up to promote the ideals of co-operation and interchange between young scientists. The Contest is the annual showcase of the best of European student scientific achievement and as such attracts widespread media interest.

http://ec.europa.eu/research/youngscientists/index2.htm

	ISEF Intel International Science and Engineering Fair http://www.sciserv.org/isef/

	AUSTRIA Austria Wirtschaftsservice Gesellschaft mbH (AWS) www.jugendinnovativ.at Jugend Innovativ (Youth Innovative) is a competition for schools with innovative ideas in business, design, engineering and science. For more than 20 years Austria's school pupils have been proving that innovative thinking is not the exclusive domain of "grown ups". Many have taken ingenious ideas and developments a step further in the form of projects that are then presented to the public as part of the Jugend Innovativ competition, proving the level of creative and innovative potential harboured in Austria's schools. All participants win three times over: practical project experience from intensive project work getting to know useful contacts at the Jugend Innovativ events gaining knowledge during exciting seminars, shows and more On top of that there are also lucrative cash prizes and trips to be won, plus the opportunity to participate in international competitions. The annual Jugend Innovativ school competition is hosted by Austria Wirtschaftsservice Ges.m.b.H. (aws) on behalf of the Austrian Ministry for Economics and Labour (BMWA) and the Ministry for Education, Science and Culture (bm:bwk). The competition is driven by the conviction that young people represent a significant resource for innovation in Austria that needs to be promoted.

	BELARUS http://www.mddm.org

	BELGIUM JEUNESSE SCIENTIFIQUE DE BELGIQUE JSB is a non governmental non-profit-making organisation of youth founded in 1957. The objective of the organisation is to create and develop interest in the sciences and scientific careers amongst youth. JSB organizes training sessions, science clubs, animation, holiday camps, as well as Expo-sciences, intended for young people who want to further their scientific knowledge. http://www.jsb.be/index.php
	BULGARIA Evrika Foundation http://www.evrika.org The Evrika Foundation was established by public and not-for-profit entities in 1990, with the purpose to promote and support scientific, technical and professional advancement of young people, to disseminate information and knowledge about science and technology, to support youth education and vocational specialization and youth international exchanges. The Evrika Foundation partners with ministries and other government agencies, Bulgarian and international NGOs in the fulfilment of its activities.

	CZECH REPUBLIC Asociace pro mládež, vědu a techniku (AMAVET) www.amavet.cz

	DENMARK Unge Forskere www.unge-forskere.dk The organisation Unge Forskere (Young Scientists) is ruled by The Committee of Young Scientists, who are responsible for two national contests: Natur&Teknik, for young inventors and scientists from grade 1 to grade 8 at Danish schools and Unge Forskere og Opfindere (Young scientists and inventors) for young people up to 22 years old. The Committee is responsible for selecting the jury of 30 persons from schools, industry and governmental organisations. The Danish Minister of research and technology is president of honour for the jury. The Danish Prince, His Royal Highness Price Joachim, is patron of Unge Forskere. Unge Forskere is supported by the government, universities and major Danish companies. Since 1989 the Committee has arranged a national contest.

	ESTONIA Archimedes Foundation (AF) http://www.archimedes.ee Archimedes Foundation is an independent body established by the Estonian government in 1997 with the objective to co-ordinate and implement different EU programmes and projects in the field of training, education, research, technological development and innovation. It has a permanent staff of 60 people and part time staff of 10 people working in two offices situated in Tallinn (Education and Youth Programmes) and Tartu (Research Cooperation Centre - RCC) , the main educational and research centres of Estonia. The aim of RCC of Archimedes Foundation is to enhance the participation of Estonian research, commercial and other organisations in research and technological development programmes of the European Union. RCC comprises the following units: R&D Cooperation Programmes Unit (FP7, COST ect.) Estonian R&D Information System Unit (www.etis.ee)) Estonian Science Competence Council Office Science Popularization Unit Science Popularization Unit is organising science contests for high- shool and university level students, coordinates the activities of Yougn Sciencists Assotiation, is running several international projects on Young People and Science topics as well as organizing the Science Communication Award contest in Estonia.

	FRANCE Collectif Inter-Associatif pour la Réalisation d’Activités Scientifiques et Techniques Internationales (CIRASTI) http://www.cirasti.org Cirasti was founded in 1985. It is an association of organisations working for non formal education in science and technology. It co-ordinates the French movement of Regional Expo-sciences, and French participation to European and international Expo-sciences. It also organizes meetings for French organisations, and partner European structures.

	FRANCE-La Réunion Association nationale des Centres de culture Scientifique, Technique et Industrielle (CCSTI) http://www.science-animation.org The “Réunion des CCSTI” is a national association which supervises and coordinates the Scientific, Technical and Industrial Culture Centres in France. This network, recognized and supported by the Ministry for Research, comprises some thirty centres spread over France. Less well-known than libraries or museums, the CCSTI have nonetheless become firmly implanted in the cultural, educational landscape. Set up in the 1970s, their numbers swelled rapidly to encompass all regions. These centres for scientific, technical and industrial culture have the task of opening science up to the general public, especially young people. Their role is to build bridges between science (in the broad sense, including human and complex sciences) and culture, linking up educational, social and economic players to create conditions for a science-society debate and encouraging a transversal, multipartner approach in keeping with their locality. Indeed they benefit from the backing of local and territorial administrations. Whilst developing specific aspects related to their local history and context, they also all adhere to a quality charta signed in 2001 with the Ministry of Research which lays out their missions and functions. With 2 million visitors per year, 13,000m2 of public space, over 200 exhibitions, 700 conferences and science cafés, the participation of 15,000 classes, the involvement of 3,000 researchers and a staff of 350, we have the task of raising public awareness as regards science and the issues it raises, broadening knowledge outside of school, educating towards an active citizenship, setting up science-society debates…

	GERMANY Landesverband Sächsischer Jugendbildungswerke e.V. (LJBW) www.ljbw.de LJBW unites associations and leisure centers all over the German independent state of Saxony, offering leisure activities for children and youth. Activities strongly focus on introducing young people to nature, science and technology. These projects take place not only in the region, but all over Europe, in cooperation with international partners.

	TIT Kossuth Klub www.kossuth-klub.hu The Kossuth Klub (TIT Kossuth Klub Egyesület – TIT Kossuth Klub Association) is an independent NGO founded in 1841 and restructured in 1954 and 1990. Its activities aim at science popularisation and citizenship for all generations (youth, adults and the elderly). Kossuth Klub has organised the Free University "Attila József" (several lectures taking place over the year) for over 50 year and has set up a language school "TIT Globe". Most of its activities are dedicated to young people between the age of 10 and 20: the annual Expo-Sciences, some contests and summer camps on science and technology. It also organises training sessions, summer universities, art exhibitions, study trips to European Scientific destinations and issues publications amongst other things.

	IRELAND: ESAT BT YOUNG SCIENTIST & TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION The BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition is more than a competition, it is an unforgettable experience of a lifetime for the students that take part. As well as 500 student projects themselves, there are a further four exhition halls filled with science and technoloy based exhibits and entertainments which show that science really is cool and lots of fun. http://www.esatys.com/

	ITALY Federazione delle associazioni scientifiche e techniche (FAST) http://www.fast.mi.it Established in Milan in 1897, FAST is the Italian Federation of Scientific and Technical Associations. It groups 32 scientific organisations with more than 50,000 members mostly working in industry, research, development and technology sectors. FAST is an independent non-profit-making institution operating at national and international level, directly with and through the organisations affiliated to it. Its main activities focus on services to industries, research activities and training, targeted to contribute to the renewal of scientific and technical structures, to encourage experts and researches to become increasingly more involved in studying and devising solutions for the problems of society. It has a qualified and outstanding expertise in technology transfer, information technologies, environment, exploitation of RTD results and in promoting innovative energy technologies acting as a reference point for companies, SMEs, local authorities, universities, etc. It is also involved in other EC programmes aiming at the promotion of innovative technologies and at the organisation of exhibitions and conferences. FAST also works with young people; encouraging the choice of technical-scientific degrees; facilitating graduates entry in the work market; promoting their participation in international competitions for young scientists such as the EUCYS, ISEF, LIYSF, IEYI, MILSET’s Expo Sciences, etc.

	LATVIA Valsts Jaunatnes Iniciatīvu Centrs (VJIC) http://www.vjic.gov.lv VIJC of Latvia was established in 1996. The main tasks of the centre are the coordination of extracurricular work for children and youth; methodical and pedagogical assistance to youth co-ordinators, teachers, group leaders and members of non-governmental organizations; preparation of methodical instructions, recommendations, standards and programmes for social and cultural activities; preparation, coordination and realisation of the regional and state programmes for young people; cooperation with state institutions; cooperation with non-governmental organisations; work with talented children and young people to develop their abilities and interests; establish and develop informative data basis on out-of-school activities and youth affairs. To further enforce this, the center organises different courses, seminars, exchange of experience, international meetings, competitions, actions, festivals and camps for children and youth.

	LITUANIA Lietuvos Jaunųjų Gamtininkų Centras (LJGC) http://www.gamtininkai.lt LJGC is the largest institution to deal with natural science education in Lithuania. It is involved in diverse pedagogical activities targeted at children of various age groups; as well as some programs for trainers. In co-operation with institutions and non-governmental organizations engaged in natural protection, natural sciences and natural science education, in Lithuania as well as beyond, joint projects are developed and implemented. Each year, over 50 national programs are organized at the Center, schools, societies, clubs, for schoolchildren aimed at increasing their knowledge and skills within the relevant specialization. Excursions, walking tours, camps as well as other programs bringing together schoolchildren from all over the country are some examples.

	LUXEMBOURG Jonk Fuerscher Lëtzebuerg (AJSL) www.ajsl.lu AJSL is a not-for-profit non governmental organisation founded in september1977. In part-fulfilment of its mission it focuses on Science Educational Programmes, exposing students and youth to Science both locally and on an international level, through cooperation with international partner organisations. The association is mainly supported by the Ministry of Research. Main activities are: - National Contest for young scientists - W.J. Kroll Price - Science-Club : Scientific workshops for young people - Organisation of scientific events

	MALTA National Student Travel Foundation (NSTF) www.nsts.org NSTF is a not-for-profit non governmental organisation founded by public deed in 1977. In part-fulfilment of its mission it focuses on Science Educational Programmes, exposing students and youth to Science both locally and on an international level, through cooperation with international partner organisations. It was nominated National Organiser for the EU Contest for Young Scientist in 1997 by the Ministry of Education.

	NORWAY Unge Forskere http://www.unge-forskere.no

	PORTUGAL Associação Juvenil de Ciência (AJC) http://www.ajc.pt Born from scientific spirit and youth initiative, the AJC is an association formed and managed entirely by young men and women. Its purpose is the promotion of cultural, scientific and educational activities amongst youth in general and its members in particular (Pt. 1, Art. 2 of the Statutes). Supported in seven Regional Sections (Lisboa, Porto, Coimbra, Braga, Aveiro, Odemira e Covilhã), AJC organises regularly activities for Portuguese youth and others, Examples of activities are Encontro Juvenil de Ciência,Encontro de Jovens Investigadores, the Magazine CiênciaJ. AJC has nearly 1700 members all over Portugal.

	RUSSIA MILSET Russie Russia is a member of MILSET from 1992. In 1996 MILSET Russia was officially registered in the Ministry of Justice as public organization. The purpose is assistance in developing of scientific leisure of young people in Russia through unification of partner organizations working in that field as well as launching of new forms of technical leisure, holding of scientific exhibitions, assistance in participating of Russian youth in EXPO SCIENCES exhibitions.

	MoscowStateCenter for Youth http://www.redu.ru

	SLOVAKIA Asociácia pre mládež, vedu a techniku (AMAVET) www.amavet.sk AMAVET is a non-profit association of youth with a national coverage, promoting awareness and interest of the Slovak public, especially youth, about science, research and technology. To achieve this goal, Amavet organises non-formal educational activities, camps, seminars, club activities on local level and participates in international ventures in this field. Furthermore, Amavet contributes to the development of the Slovak NGO environment and the government youth policy.

	SLOVENIA Zveza za tehnično kulturo Slovenije (ZOTKS) http://www.zotks.si ZOTKS is an NGO established in 1946, whose mission and goals are to popularise and develop a technological culture; educate and transfer knowledge; encourage innovation, creativity and research; raise awareness on the environment; contribute to quality and effective technical training of young people in schools – implemented through its various programmes.

	SPAIN Instituto de Investigaciones científicas y Ecológicas (INICE) http://www.inice.org INICE is a non-profit making, non governmental association that has been working for more than 30 years to encourage research among young people through different actions: Expo-sciences (Exporecerca Jove in Catalonia), Scientific trips (Encuentro de Jóvenes Investigadores in Castilla y León), Ecological seminars (in Galícia), International youth exchanges and several other activities focused on the promotion of youth research to uphold their creativity and acquiring a critical point of view.

	MAGMA, Associació per promoure la Recerca Jove http://www.magmarecerca.org MAGMA is a catalan non-profit youth association that works in Spain to improve the interest of young people towards the research world. In order to achieve this objective an exposcience called EXPORECERCA JOVE is organised every April, where people from 12 to 30 years of age can present their investigations while they interact with the public. Moreover, a magazine that includes several opinion and scientific articles, interviews, reflections and other sections interesting for young readers is published annually. Magma also promotes youth international exchanges and other activities linked to its main objective: to improve research by youth and help young people develop a critical point of view.

	SWEDEN Förbundet Unga Forskare (FUF) http://www.fuf.org/ FUF is a youth organization that gathers young people of Sweden with an interest in science and technology. Our members belong to independent local clubs, and meet at regional and national activities. The organisation is run by young and enthusiastic members of the federation. The federation celebrated its 25th anniversary as an independent organisation in 2002. It is a politically and religiously independent organisation, self-governed and nation-wide. The federation's goal is to stimulate the interest in science and technology in the society as a whole with emphasis upon youth.

	TURKEY: INEPO INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENT PROJECT OLYMPIAD http://www.inepo.com/


	Magazines about science research projects

	Revista Meridies d'investigació en ciències de la naturalesa per alumnes d'ESO i Batxillerat
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	Science project awards in Spain
	Premis Cirit
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	Premi UPC per a treballs de recerca de batxillerat: arquitectura, ciència i tecnologia sostenibles
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	Premi de l'aigua d'Stockholm per a joves Organitza: Fundación AGBAR - Kemira Ibérica SA
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	Premi per als treballs de recerca de batxillerat sobre temes de física
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	Concurs Treball de Recerca sobre la persona amb la Síndrome de Down
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	Premis UAB a Treballs de Recerca a Batxillerat
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	Premis Accés als millors treballs de recerca sobre accessibilitat universal
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	Premis José Cantero
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	Premi Antoni Quintana i Mari Societat Catalana d'Història de la Ciència i de la Tècnica
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	Premis Bonaplata. Recerca en els camps de l’arqueologia industrial, la història industrial i l’antropologia històrica
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	Premis de Recerca en Acció Social
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	Certamen Jóvenes Investigadores
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	XIV Premio de investigación en ciencias y humanidades
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	Premi Recerca per a la Pau per a treballs d'estudiants de Batxillerat
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	Jornades Científiques d'Ensenyament Secundari de Badalona
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	Congrés de Treballs de Recerca de l'IES Joan d'Àustria
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	Llavor de lletres
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	Premi Montserrat Miró i Marimón
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	VII Premis als treballs de recerca CRP Terrassa
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	Premi per a treballs de recerca del Consell Social de la Universitat de Girona

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Associação Juvenil de Ciência (AJC)