Citizens for Global Solutions are running a multimedia contest with a first prize of $2,000. As stated on their website: http://globalsolutions.org/multimedia_contest_2008
Go to the above link to read the full details regarding the contest.
Deadline: November 10, 2008
Write an essay and win money!! You can find the rules and the essay questions at
http://www.ashg.org/education/dnaday2009.shtml
The deadline is March 16, 2009. But you should get started now so you can research any necessary information throughout the year.
You can participate in this national competition for an opportunity to win scholarship and grant money. Go to this website for more details: http://scholastic.com/lexus/
If you are interested in signing up, see Dr. Fleetwood.
The American Academy of Neurology sponsors a neuroscience research competition. Prizes include money and an all-expense paid trip to the AAN annual meeting to present the research. More information can be found on their website here.
Deadline for application: 11/3/08
Researchers have taken adult pancreas cells (in mice) that don’t normally produce insulin and reprogrammed them to produce insulin. This could be a major breakthrough for diabetics as well as a significant scientific breakthrough for many diseases. This technique did not revert the cells to their stem cell form but rather used a virus to turn on the genes for producing insulin. Read more about the story here.
David Schwartz talks about people’s inability to truly comprehend large numbers. Listen to this NPR podcast to try and wrap your head around a trillion. NPR Trillion
Win money and a trip to Disney World! Checkout the DuPont Challenge Science Essay Competition. “Simply write a 700-1,000 word essay discussing a scientific discover, theory, event, or technological application that has captured your interest.”
See the official rules here: http://www.thechallenge.dupont.com/
Now get busy writing - the deadline is January 28, 2008.
Enter the DNA Day contest and win money for writing an essay! More information can be found at the following website: http://www.genednet.org/pages/k12_dnaday08.shtml
In the first study to show a direct connection, scientists show that common food additives cause children to be more hyperactive and have a shorter attention span. The amount of additives given was similar to that found in today’s drinks or two servings of candy. Read more here… http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2007/09/06/hscout608014.html
Watch this unbelievable battle of nature unfold…
http://www.youtube.com/v/LU8DDYz68kM
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