The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair is the world's largest high school science research competition. Through a global network, the competition encourages millions of students worldwide to explore their curiosity for how the world works and develop solutions for global challenges. This year, more than 1,500 students will gather in Los Angeles, CA from May 8-13 for the final round of competition.

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Team Australia at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2011

May 31st, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation


Australian students competed in this year’s Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, which is a program of the Society for Science & the Public. In this video, finalist Tanvi Srinivasan describes her research on an Australian plant that can be used as a bioindicator. Another Australian finalist, Abdul Kassen, details his project on the nutritional content of microwaved foods.

Finalists Tackle Natural Disaster Relief at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2011

May 31st, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation


At this year’s Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a program of the Society for Science & the Public, some finalists showcased their disaster relief projects. Mark Sands and Calvin Ling used radar to create a 2-dimensional image of oil, which is essential in oil spill cleaning. Another finalist, Rohan Arepally, combined mathematics and computer science to create an algorithm focused on the successful evacuation of a community in the event of a natural disaster.

Discussions with Intel International Science and Engineering Fair Finalists

May 27th, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation

Check out this video, which highlights finalists at this year’s Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a program of the Society for Science & the Public. Watch as the finalists discuss the need for scientists in today’s global arena.

Check Out Team Indonesia at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2011

May 27th, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation


Check out this video that highlights Team Indonesia’s experience at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, which is a program of the Society for Science & the Public. Hear finalists discuss their research, including one project that analyzed bamboo-structured housing and its resistance to earthquakes. At the end of the video, watch as Indonesian finalists receive awards!

Meet Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2011 Finalist Joseph Soltzberg

May 27th, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation


Check out this video where Joseph Soltzberg, a contestant at this year’s Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, which is a program of the Society for Science & the Public, describes his research. He presented an innovative way to look at biological data through his creation of a unique computer program. Although Joseph’s research focused on the inflammation involved with lung disease, his project is applicable to numerous other real-world instances.