Basic Science Fair Process

1. Choose a research topic: First, students need to find a problem they are interested in or a challenge they want to solve, and determine the research theme.

       2. Complete research and experiments:

• Formulate research questions

• Consult literature and resources

• Design experiments or build prototypes

• Collect data

• Analyze results

• Draw conclusions

3. After completing the research, students need to organize their findings and prepare presentation materials:

• Science Fair display board

• Research poster

• Slide presentation

4. At the Science Fair, students need to present their projects to judges, teachers, parents, or other students, and answer questions.

• Why did you choose this topic?

• What difficulties did you encounter during the experiment?

• What does the data show?

• If you were to repeat the experiment, how would you improve it?

  Summary: Basic steps of a Science Fair project

  Problem identification → Experiment design → Data collection → Results analysis → Presentation of findings

  Throughout this process, students not only learn scientific knowledge but, more importantly, develop skills such as independent thinking, problem-solving, data analysis, and public speaking. This is where Science Fair truly adds value to a student's growth.

  List of winning topics:

  Senior:

  The effect of heat treatment on the antioxidant activity of turmeric?

  Can warm-up exercises improve throwing distance?

  AI-powered sailboat systems: protecting marine ecosystems?

  Derma-Heal: A natural, pH-indicating, antimicrobial, and convenient wound care solution?

  A personalized diabetes management and prediction system based on the fusion of physical models and machine learning?

  Junior:

  Do chemicals in flame retardants affect seed germination? Which specific components are the main causes of inhibited germination or poor growth?

  Investigating how short-form video content affects teenagers' short-term memory?

  The effect of calcium carbonate bioplastics on soil acidity and plant growth

  How does temperature affect crystal growth?

  Science Fair Competition Process

  Currently, Canadian students,to enter ISEF, must first participate in a YSC-recognized Regional Science Fair and advance to the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF).

  Subsequently, a national judging panel will select Team Canada-ISEF candidates from the top projects across the country,and ultimately choose students to represent Canada in the international competition.

  
  

  In Vancouver, School Science Fairs are usually held from January to February each year. Many schools start having students choose topics in the fall and officially hold exhibitions and evaluations after the winter break.

  Competition Process Timeline

  September – December

  Topic selection, Research, Experiments

  January – February

  School Science Fair (School Level)

  March – April

  District / Regional Science Fair

  (Regional Level)

  May

  Canada-Wide Science Fair (National Competition)

  May

  Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF International Competition)

  Vancouver Area

  Science Fair Competition Process

  

  In Vancouver, Science Fairs are usually divided into

  three stages:

  1. School Science Fair

  (School Level)

  「January – February each year」

  Students first participate in their school's internal Science Fair. Schools will selectoutstanding projects to advance to the next stage.

  2. Regional Science Fair

  (Regional Level)

  After being selected by their schools, students can participate in the regional Science Fair.The Greater Vancouver Regional Science Fair is usually held inmid-April atUBC.

  Outstanding projects have the opportunity to win awards and advance to higher-level competitions.

  3.National / International

  Science Fair (National / International Level)

  Outstanding projects that win at the Regional level have the opportunity to advance to national or even international Science Fairs.

  For example:
  • May Canada-Wide Science Fair

  (Canada's National Science Fair)
  • May Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair

  (ISEF International Science and Engineering Fair)

  

  Benefits of Science Fair Competitions

  

  Every May, approximately 400 of the brightest young scientists from across Canada gather for the

  Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF)

  These students, who have excelled in their respective provincial and regional Science Fairs,represent the highest level of student scientific research in Canada.

  
  

  In addition to the competition itself, CWSF also offers:

  Workshops on scientific research

  · Networking Opportunities

    for exchange and collaboration

  · Public Showcase

    events

  Students not only have the chance to compete for over1.3 million Canadian dollars in scholarships and awards, but also toconnect with outstanding students and mentors from across the country.

  
  

  Many participants consider CWSF to be one of the most influential and inspiring experiences of their student lives.Data shows that92% of CWSF participantsdeveloped a stronger interest inSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) fields after the competition.

  
  

  Hillhouse students won multiple gold awards at the Science Fair

  

  Hillhouse Science Fair

  Core Curriculum

  

  Course Positioning: A systematic introductory course for students new to scientific research and Science Fair.

  Lesson.1:

  What exactly is scientific research?

  ·From Observation → Question →

      Hypothesis

  ·The difference between Correlation and Causation

  ·What is a Fair Test?

  ·Introduction to Variables——Independent Variable/Dependent Variable/Controlled Variables

  Lesson.2:

  How to design truly effective experiments

  ·Hypothesis writing

  ·In-depth training on Variables & Controls

  ·Introduction to Sample Size

  ·How to reduce experimental error

  ·Data recording methods

  ·Standardizing experimental procedures

  Lesson.3: Data Analysis

  ·Data analysis and chart creation:

  Bar Graph/Line Graph/Scatter Plot

  ·Data Collection & Scientific

   Analysis

  ·How to record experimental data

  ·Common data errors

  ·Table design

  ·Mean and basic statistical concepts

  ·How to draw conclusions from data

  ·Analyzing data that "looks reasonable but is actually wrong"

  Lesson.4: How to turn a project into a

  high-quality Science Fair project

  ·Howto improve project originality

  ·Introduction to Error Analysis

  ·Experimental Limitations

  ·Real-world Applications

  ——How to make the project more relevant to the real world

  Lesson.5: Learn to express yourself like a researcher

  ——Research Poster and Presentation

  ·Scientific Communication Skills

  ·Science Fair Poster structure

  ·How to write: Title/Abstract/Procedure/Results/Conclusion

  ·Presentation skills

  ·Introduction to Judge Interview

  ·How to answer judges' questions

  Lesson.6: Mini Science Fair Showcase

  ·Analyzing past winning projects

  ——Summarize the characteristics of winning projects

  ·How to continue developing into a formal

  Regional Project

  
  

  Class Time: Starting Sunday, May 31st, every Sunday 4-6 pm

  

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