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Meet the winners 2016
After two days of judging for the Finalists, we can now reveal the winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2016.
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Winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2016 announced
Congratulations to all the winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2016.
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Meet the 2015-2016 Finalists
Congratulations to all our Finalists! This is a complete list of the finalists attending the National Science + Engineering Competition Finals at The Big Bang Fair 2016.
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Meet the 2015-16 Finalists of the National Science + Engineering Competition
We are pleased to announce the full list of Finalists in the 2015-2016 National Science + Engineering Competition, with over 200 projects being invited to showcase their work to judges and over 70,000...
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A Massive Inspiration
Moiz Ali, Finalist in National Science + Engineering Competition 2011/2012, tells us about how the Competition was a "a massive inspiration"!
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Winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2015 announced
Below is a full list of the 2015 winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition. This year, the standard of the projects has been exceptionally high. All of the judges were incredibl...
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Meet the winners 2015
After two days of judging for the Finalists, we can now reveal the winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2015. UK Young Engineer of the Year 2015 The UK Young Engineer of t...
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Judging begins for National Science + Engineering Competition finalists
National Science + Engineering Competition Finals got underway this morning and it has been a busy day for the Finalists. Today saw the start of the judging, with experts from academia and industry ...
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National Science + Engineering Competition at the Big Bang Fair is now underway!
The finals of the National Science + Engineering Competition are now underway at the Big Bang Fair in Birmingham. Crowds of competitors gathered in the Titanium stage last night and enjoyed a hilario...
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Budding young scientists and engineers invited to enter National Science + Engineering Competition
The National Science + Engineering Competition is on the search for budding young scientists and engineers from across the UK.
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Second award victory for science savvy sisters
Twin sisters, Aneeta and Ameeta Kumar, from Reading, Berkshire, impressed an international panel of judges when they represented the UK at the 26th European Union Contest for Young Scientists. Having previously been crowned UK Young Scientists of the Year 2014, at the UK’s National Science + Engineering Competition, they have now been awarded third place in the European competition
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NSEC winner finds potential improvement for heart screening of black athletes
Henry Roth, an 18 year old National Science + Engineering Competition winner from Hampshire, has found a better screening process for sudden cardiac death in black athletes.
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What is your favourite animal mash-up?
Today, the National Science + Engineering Competition has launched a public vote to crown the best animal mash-up from a shortlist of 12.The unlikely hybrids have been ‘bred’ from the idea...
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Verdict: National Science + Engineering Competition
Holly Giles, a finalist at the National Science + Engineering Competition 2014, gives her verdict on the National Finals at The Big Bang Fair.
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Tips to make a great project
Do you want to make a great project to enter into the National Science + Engineering Competition? Then read our tips to make a project you can be proud of!
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Winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2014 announced
Below is a full list of the 2014 winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition.
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National Finalists feature on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch
To celebrate the National Finals held at The Big Bang Fair this weekend, and the start of National Science & Engineering Week 2014, a few of this year’s Finalists made an appearance on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch.
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Meet the winners 2014
After two days of judging for the Finalists, we can now reveal that the winners of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2014
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The National Science + Engineering Competition Finals get underway at The Big Bang Fair 2014
The National Science + Engineering Competition Finals got underway this morning and it has been a busy day for the Finalists. The judging got underway, Ellie Taylor was on the Show Floor, and the important task of selecting the Big Bang Fair’s Ugly Animal mascot was decided.
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Passing on the baton to the next Young Scientist
By Emily O’Regan, UK Young Scientist of the Year 2013. Emily is currently studying at Bangor University and won the National Science + Engineering Competition in March last year with her project on flamingo breeding.
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Science and Maths celebrity judging panel announced
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce the celebrity judging panel for the National Finals in March.
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Engineering and Technology celebrity judges announced
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce the celebrity judging panel for the National Finals in March.
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2013-14 Finalists Announced!
The Finalists of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2013/14 have been announced, with over 200 projects being invited to showcase their work to judges and over 70,000 people at The Big Ban...
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Remarkable experiences in science for young prize winners
Three young people embarked on special trips to some of the most prestigious scientific facilities in the world, thanks to Research Councils UK (RCUK). As prize winners of the National Science + Engi...
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Blobfish is the world’s ugliest animal
Today, the Ugly Animal Preservation Society announced that the blobfish has been voted their new mascot after a global online public vote. Working in partnership with the National Science + Engineeri...
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The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce a new campaign together with the Ugly Animal Preservation Society. A group of comedians have created campaign videos for their ...
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Online entries now open
The 2013/2014 online heats for the National Science + Engineering Competition are now open!
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CERN, ginger afros and the Gadget Show: How the National Science + Engineering Competition has changed my life
Fred Turner, UK Young Engineer of the Year 2013, writes about his experience of the National Science + Engineering Competition and where it has led him.
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James May answers 'Can dogs understand me?'
The National Science + Engineering Competition have been touring The Big Bang Near Me Fairs finding out what question YOU want answered by James May on Head Squeeze. From a list of over 1,000 qu...
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Tim Peake - Ask the experts
We are delighted to welcome astronaut and aquanaut Major Tim Peake to Ask the experts. He is going to answer some of your burning questions about space!
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Get set… demonstrate
Do you ever watch online videos for demonstration ideas? Is there a video of a demonstration that you think has ‘the wow factor’? The British Science Association is teaming up with the Institute of Physics, the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Society of Biology to generate a wave of inspiring science practical demonstrations in UK secondary schools.
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Ask the experts - deadline extended!
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce a special initiative to give young people (aged 11-18) the chance to have their burning science and engineering questions answered by experts. ‘Ask the experts’ will run as part of National Science & Engineering Week (15th – 24th March) and will give young people access world class scientists and engineers.
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Famous faces galore at day two of the Competition
The final day of judging was a hectic one for some of the National Science + Engineering Competition finalists.
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MPs and Ministers galore at the National Science + Engineering Competition Finals
The Big Bang Fair was opened, this year, by the cheers and screams of hundreds of excited school children, as part of a science experiment coordinated by Greg Foot and Vince Cable MP.
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The National Science + Engineering Competition kicks off with a Bang!
Last night the National Science + Engineering Competition Finals 2013 were officially opened at the Welcome Event and first Live@Lunch with Greg Foot.
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Celebrity judges announced for the Science & Maths panel
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce a fantastic line up of celebrity judges who will help to choose the UK Young Scientist of the Year 2013 on Friday 15 March at The Big Bang Fair, held at London's ExCeL Centre.
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Your chance to ‘Ask the experts’!
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce a special initiative to give young people (aged 11-18) the chance to have their burning science and engineering questions answered by experts. ‘Ask the experts’ will run as part of National Science & Engineering Week (15th – 24th March) and will give young people access world class scientists and engineers.
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Celebrity judges announced for the Engineering & Technology panel
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce a fantastic line up of celebrity judges who will help to choose the UK Young Engineer of the Year 2013 on Friday 15 March at The Big Bang Fair, held at London's ExCeL Centre.
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UKFT sponsors national prize to celebrate young achievers in textiles technology
The British Science Association is delighted to be working with The UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT) to award the Textile Edge Prize, the first ever fashion and textile prize to feature in their National Science + Engineering Competition.
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EEF sponsors national prize to celebrate young achievers in manufacturing science
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce that EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, will be the new sponsor of the first ever Manufacturing Prize to feature in Competition.
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Finalists announced!
The Finalists of the National Science + Engineering Competition 2012/13 have been announced, with over 200 projects being invited to showcase their work to judges and over 65,000 people at The Big Bang Fair in March 2013.
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Take the Society of Biology Challenges!
Our partners at the Society of Biology have a range of great biology challenges and competitions for young people to take their interest in biology further.
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Get communicating! New Science Museum prize announced
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce the first disciplinary prize for the National Finals in March 2013, the Science Museum’s Communication Prize.
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Register your project now!
With just over three weeks left until online applications for the National Science + Engineering Competition close, organisers are encouraging 11-18 year olds to register your interest now.
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Partnerships for Excellence in Science and Engineering
The Royal Society’s Partnership Grants scheme is now open. Schools can apply for up to £3000 to work with scientists and engineers on creative investigations that inspire students with the excitement and wonder of cutting-edge science or engineering research.
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Partnerships for Excellence in Science and Engineering
The Royal Society’s Partnership Grants scheme is now open. Schools can apply for up to £3000 to work with scientists and engineers on creative investigations that inspire students with the excitement and wonder of cutting-edge science or engineering research.
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Ask the Experts...
We asked some of the UK's leading scientists and engineers what they think of the National Science + Engineering Competition!
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A 'Superb' Opportunity
With just six weeks until online entries for the National Science + Engineering Competition 2012/2013 close, leading physicist and broadcaster Professor Brian Cox OBE has encouraged 11-18 year olds to apply!
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My RCUK trip to La Palma
Kirtana Vallabhaneni, Young Scientist of the Year, writes about her amazing trip La Palma, Canary Islands with Research Councils UK!
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Unforgettable Experiences in Science
Three young people embarked on special trips to some of the most prestigious scientific facilities in the world, thanks to Research Councils UK (RCUK). Read about their experiences.
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Undoubtedly One of the Best Experiences in My Life
Gianamar Giovanetti-Singh, Winner of the Junior Science and Maths Prize at the National Science + Engineering Competition 2011/2012, tells us about "undoubtedly one of the best experiences in my life".
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The Surgery is Open!
We are opening up an online surgery for prospective competitors to send us their questions and queries!
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Recession Fuels Invention Boom
Nation turning to science and technology to bring their big ideas to market
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An Amazing Experience
Salma Khan, Finalist in National Science + Engineering Competition 2011/2012, tells us about her "amazing experience unlike anything I've been involved in before"!
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Jessica's Story
Jessica Jones, winner of the Young Engineer of the Year with Wasim Miah, tells us about her experience in the National Science & Engineering Competition.
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Engineering the Future
Wasim Miah, UK Young Engineer of the Year (together with Jessica Jones), looks back on his experience of the National Science + Engineering Competition and his plans for the future.
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A Winning Experience
Kirtana Vallabhaneni, UK Young Scientist of the Year, reflects on her experience of the National Science + Engineering Competition.
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Winners visit Pittsburgh, US
At the National Science & Engineering Competition in March 2012, four students won the opportunity to go to the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF) and Broadcom Masters in Pittsburgh, United States. Here is their story!
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Online Applications Now Open!
The 2012/2013 Online Applications for the National Science + Engineering Competition are now open!
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2012-13 Winners
Find out who the winners were in the National Science + Engineering Competition 2013!
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Meet the UK Young Scientist of the Year and the UK Young Engineer of the Year 2013!
Find out more about the award-winning projects from Emily O'Regan - the UK Young Scientist of the Year - and Fred Turner - the UK Young Engineer of the Year.
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Groundbreaking Nobels Live event announced
The National Science + Engineering Competition is delighted to announce the inaugural Nobels Live event will take place at The Big Bang Fair on Friday 15th March 2013.
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