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The International Science Youth Forum (ISYF) is a science enrichment programme for students from all over the globe. It is hosted at Hwa Chong Institution (HCI) and co-organised by Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS), bringing students from across Asia-Pacific together to network and dialogue, with Nobel laureates coming down to share their experiences in the scientific field.
Contents
- Fora
- Inspire Passion for Science Amongst Youth
- Establish Cooperation and Friendship amongst Young Talented Science Students
- Build Capacities of Science Educators
- Raise Singapores Profile as an International Hub for Science Education and Research
- References
in 2010, a record five Nobel laureates were involved in the panel discussion, one of the key parts of the forum. In 2016, it brought together over 120 students and educators from all over the world.
Fora
First organized in 2009 by students from Hwa Chong Institution and co-organized by Nanyang Technological University, Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS), the forum has been held every year from 2009 to 2016.
Inspire Passion for Science Amongst Youth
ISYF aims to provide high-ability students with opportunities to be engaged in Science. To inspire students, the Nobel Laureates and other eminent scientists will speak on their life experiences. This will create greater awareness among the youth about the importance of broad-based knowledge, keen curiosity, relentless tenacity and a global outlook in the pursuit of scientific excellence. Participants will also have opportunities to discuss their own research with fellow students from different countries and take part in hands-on science activities.
Establish Cooperation and Friendship amongst Young Talented Science Students
Students will have many opportunities to interact and form strong bonds with one another. Activities are designed to promote mutual co-operation, understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity, and at the same time spark a common passion for science and research.
Build Capacities of Science Educators
Through professional sharing, training workshops, as well as networking with scientists and among Science educators, ISYF helps build the competencies of teachers. It will also serve as a valuable opportunity for schools to establish and develop close ties with one another and to explore the possibility of future collaborations.
Raise Singapore’s Profile as an International Hub for Science Education and Research
Through visits to research institutions and interaction with eminent researchers, ISYF introduces participants to Singapore’s plan to be on the leading edge of scientific learning and research.