Science

Description

The Science category welcomes participants to showcase their understanding of scientific principles and their innovative applications in solving real-world challenges. Open to both individuals and teams of up to three participants, this category provides an opportunity to present projects, experiments, or theoretical solutions across various scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, biology, earth sciences, and environmental science.

Participants are encouraged to think critically, utilise scientific methods, and present their findings through creative and well-structured approaches, emphasising teamwork or individual ingenuity.

Themes

Sustainable Development – Innovations for a greener future.
Health and Medicine – Scientific approaches to global health issues.
Physics and Energy – Renewable energy and quantum technologies.
Biology and Biotechnology – Advancements in genetics, ecosystems, and microbiology.
Space and Technology – Explorations in astronomy and future technologies.

Application Rules

Eligibility

Submissions are open to individuals or groups of up to three participants.
Submissions without results will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Research Paper

Submit a research paper (maximum 5,000 words, excluding title and references pages).
Format: Calibri or Arial font, size 11 or 12, with 1-inch (2.5 cm) margins.
Must be written in English and saved as a PDF file (maximum size: 5 MB).
File name: English characters only, less than 25 characters.

Video Presentation

A 5 to 10-minute video summarising the research question, objectives, methods, key findings, and conclusions.
Presented in English with clear audio and visuals.
Submit in a standard format (e.g., MP4) via the submission portal.

QUAD Paper

Optional but recommended: A one-page QUAD paper visually summarising the research.
Submit as a PDF file (maximum size: 5 MB).

Judging Criteria

Scientific Rigor (30%)

Accuracy: Are the scientific concepts and data accurate?
Depth of Research: Does the project show a thorough understanding of the chosen topic?
Methodology: Are the research methods appropriate and well-executed?
Data Analysis: Is the data analysed correctly, with clear reasoning and valid conclusions?
References: Are credible sources cited appropriately?

Innovation and Originality (25%)

Uniqueness: How original is the project idea or approach?
Innovative Application: Does the project present a novel way to solve a problem?
Practicality: Can the innovation be realistically implemented or developed further?

Impact and Relevance (20%)

Relevance: Does the project address a pressing scientific or societal challenge?
Significance: How meaningful are the potential outcomes?
Scalability: Can the idea be expanded to make a broader impact?

Clarity and Communication (15%)

Research Paper: Is the paper clear, logically organised, and free of errors?
Video Presentation: Does the video effectively summarise the project with clear visuals and explanations?
QUAD Paper (if submitted): Is the visual summary well-designed and easy to understand?

Adherence to the Theme (10%)

Theme Alignment: Does the project clearly connect to one or more of the specified focus areas (e.g., sustainability, health, energy)?
Relevance to Challenges: How effectively does the project address challenges within its chosen theme?
Consistency: Is the connection to the theme maintained throughout the research, presentation, and conclusions?