Call to young scientists
School pupils are encouraged to enter this year's FFS Expo for Young Scientists.
YOUNG scientists are invited to enter a science project in the 2014 ‘FFS Expo for Young Scientists’ in Durban in late July.
The expo, now in its 30th year, is open to learners from Grades 8 to 12 and is about doing science and having fun!
At the expo, learners present the results of their studies in any aspect of science that is of interest to them. The results are displayed visually as a poster, together with any other material that is relevant. A panel of judges will interview each exhibitor and the best entries will be awarded medals. Every participant will receive a certificate to show that he or she has taken part in the expo. The 30 best entries will be invited to participate in a four-day science tour of places of scientific interest in KZN and Gauteng.
The closing date for acceptance of entries is 30 June. Late entries will be accepted until 5 July. The ‘FFS Expo for Young Scientists’ takes place on 31 July and 1 August at the Conference Centre of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Edgewood Campus at the intersection of Richmond and Mariannhill Roads in Pinetown.
In addition, the South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR) makes an award available annually for a deserving marine science project. The award is presented for innovative research and use of good scientific method.
For detailed information on the expo, and an entry form, go to: www.ffs-refiners.com and click on ‘Science Expo’. For more information, science teachers should contact Bice Martincigh at email: martinci@ukzn.ac.za
