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Since the inaugural program in 2017, BioResearch Academy’s mission has been to enlighten young, motivated biological scientists on thinking creatively about research problems. It aims to inspire the next generation of researchers through transformative instruction and social learning within an intimate community of like-minded peers. CURRICULUM Developed by Harvard Professor Samuel Kunes and Martyna Petrulyte, the curriculum combines preparation for …
In her honor, the Rachel Carson Landmark Alliance holds an annual Intergenerational “Sense of Wonder, Sense of the Wild” contest, inviting teams with members of two or more generations to write poems and essays about nature. Contest entries with this theme involve an intergenerational team (2 or more individuals from different generations) undergoing positive, outdoor, nature-centered experiences. Team members then …
The Maurice R. Hilleman Essay Contest is a program of the Vaccine Makers Project (VMP), presented by the Vaccine Education Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (VEC). The VMP provides free school-based materials about the immune system, diseases, vaccines, STEM careers, and evaluating information. Who? Students in grades 6 to 12* living in the United States (including District of Columbia …
What is the DNA DAY Contest? The structure of the DNA double helix was unraveled seventy years ago. DNA Day, April 25, is commemorated internationally as a celebration of Genetics and its promises. For the 15th year, the European Society of Human Genetics (ESHG), will be sponsoring a DNA Day Essay and Video contest in high schools all over the …
The Brain Awareness Video Contest (BAVC) is an annual competition held by BrainFacts.org/ and the Society for Neuroscience (SfN) to showcase videos of entertaining and educational neuroscience concepts and activities. Since the launch of the contest in 2011, BrainFacts.org has featured over 100 of these imaginative, brainy videos from contestants around the world. Prizes 1. First place: $4,000 and complimentary registration to Neuroscience 2024 in Chicago, …
The National Biology Competition (NBC) is an annual competition for secondary school students (grades 9 to 12). This competition provides high school students with an opportunity to test their knowledge and understanding of biology. The NBC was paused due to disruptions caused by COVID-19, it will be revived in an online format starting the 2024 school year. The date for …
🌟 Join the High School Academic Research Competition (SARC) and showcase your intellectual prowess on a global stage! 🌍SARC is the ultimate platform for high school students aged 13-18 to unleash their research potential and delve into their passions. Whether you’re interested in biology, history, literature, or any other field, SARC welcomes all topics and disciplines. 🏆 WHO CAN COMPETE: …
USABO SEMIFINALS 2024 PREPARATION FROM NERDUS BIOLYMPIADICUS, A.K.A. MARTYNA! Congratulations to everyone who qualified for the USABO Semifinals 2024! \*V*/ Congratulations to all of those who did not qualify, too – you did a great job and gained a lot of experience for the following years! Keep up the good work and you will qualify next year. 😉 Many students …
The USABO Semifinals 2024 Bootcamp consists of 2 weeks of intensive training to prepare students for the USABO Semifinal 2024 exam. The goal of the Biolympiads USABO Semifinals Bootcamp is to prepare highly motivated students to compete in the USA Biology Olympiad. The students will learn how to solve USABO semifinal questions efficiently and in the least amount of time. …
How Has a Mouse Helped You – Or Someone You Know? National Student Biomedical Research Competition This contest asks students to develop a creative, educational and informative video essay to explain how they, a family member, friend, or pet, have benefited from medical discoveries made possible thanks to work conducted with mice in biomedical research. This contest will provide students …
REGISTER FOR THE USABO FOR THE ADVENTURE OF YOUR LIFE OPEN to EVERY School in the USA! REGISTER FOR THE 2024 USABO NOW! As the premiere biology competition for high school students in the United States, the USA Biolympiad (USABO) enriches the life science education of nearly 10,000 talented students annually. It provides the motivation, curricular resources, and skills training …
🌟 Join the Next Generation of Biology Innovators! 🌟 Unearth the mysteries of life, unlock your full potential, and become a biology superstar. The world is waiting for your discoveries – let’s make them happen together! 🌍🔬💡 🔬🌿 Unleash Your Inner Scientist with Biolympiads.com! 🌟 Are you a high school student with a burning passion for biology? Do you dream …
Biolympiads is recruiting! Job Title: Science Fair and Research Project Coach/Mentor Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Science Fair and Research Project Coach/Supervisor to join our team at Biolympiad. In this role, you will be responsible for guiding and supporting high school students in their science fair and research projects, helping them develop ideas for projects, fostering …
The USMDO, the US Medicine and Disease Olympiad, is America’s qualifying competition for the IMDO, the International Medicine and Disease Olympiad. Only high school students who are US citizens or permanent residents can participate. The first USMDO was held in 2022 and qualified 8 students for the 2022 IMDO, almost all of whom won gold medals at the international competition. …
The 16th Annual United States National Brain Bee Championship was held April 21-23 at the University of California, Irvine Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory. In first place, and advancing to represent the US in the International Brain Bee Championship is Srijan Velamuri, 12th grader from Philadelphia who aspires to become a neurologist or neurosurgeon. Srijan participated in …
On May 13, we are starting the Introductory Summer USABO Training Camp. The schedule is below. The goal of the Biolympiads Training Program is to prepare highly motivated students to compete in the USA Biology Olympiad and other biology contests. The students will follow an intensive curriculum prepared by experienced biology olympiad coaches. All students will: Key course features: You …
The International Medicine and Disease Olympiad (IMDO) is the World Championship Medical and Disease knowledge/problem solving competition for High School students and is held annually online in July/August. The first IMDO was held in 2015 in San Diego, CA, and subsequently was moved online to lower the cost to compete for students throughout the world. The IMDO Foundation Board ensures …
Since the inaugural program in 2017, BioResearch Academy’s mission has been to enlighten young, motivated biological scientists on thinking creatively about research problems. It aims to inspire the next generation of researchers through transformative instruction and social learning within an intimate community of like-minded peers. Curriculum Developed by Harvard Professor Samuel Kunes and Martyna Petrulyte, the curriculum combines preparation for …
Biology Battle is an international competition open to all high schoolers worldwide aiming to bring together the best minds for an individual and team contest. Bio Battle tests competitors’ knowledge of topics in biology, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, plants, animals, ethology, and ecology. The competition will include an individual multiple-choice exam and a team Biology Bowl. The top-performing individuals …
Submit Your Essays to the 2023 DNA Day Essay Contest! The 2023 DNA Day Essay Contest submission site is now open! The site will be open until March 1 for you to submit your students’ essays and a chance to win a classroom lab equipment grant, obtain feedback from genetics professionals, and celebrate human genetics! What is DNA Day? It is a celebration of the discovery of DNA’s …