Breakthrough Science Challenge

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Breakthrough Science Challenge

Description

  • Skill-based competition involving the creation of a short video (3:00 minutes max) to explain a big idea in one of the following fields:
    • Physics
    • Mathematics
    • Life Sciences
  • The winner of the competition receives a $250,000 post-secondary scholarship, $50,000 prize to teacher, and $100,000 Breakthrough Science Lab renovation.

Criteria for Selection

  • Grades 9 through 11,
  • Achieving grades in sciences of 95% and above,
  • High-level understanding of foundational concepts in physic, mathematics, and/or life sciences,
  • High levels of creativity, outstanding communication, presentation, and organizational skills, 
  • Personal interest to participate.