Applications for January 2015 Session will open on 1 April 2014 and close on 31 May 2014. If you know someone who might benefit from submitting an application, let them know these dates and visit www.nysf.edu.au for instructions on how to apply.
The NYSF is committed to exploring ways to support the ongoing engagement in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) of young Indigenous Australians. Kiah Henderson, from Geraldton in Western Australia attended the NYSF Indigenous Program in Perth in October 2013, and was identified as a student who would benefit from coming to the national program…. Read more
Dr Adele Holloway attended the NYSF in 1998. She attained a PhD in Biochemistry at the University of Tasmania, and has followed a career in research ever since, working at the Hanson Centre for Cancer Research in South Australia and the John Curtin School of Medical Research at the Australian National University. Her research has mainly… Read more
The Chief Scientist for Australia, Professor Ian Chubb AC, spoke to students at the Opening Ceremony of Session C, about his own career, illustrating that a fulfilling and stellar career can come from the humble beginnings of playing soccer with your dog in the back yard; and that hard work will pay off. He also… Read more
At Geoscience Australia the students engaged in mini-research projects run by practising geoscientists (some of whom are former NYSF students). They tackled a problem involving the discovery of underground potable water, which included different research methodologies. At the conclusion of the lab visit the students shared their findings with their peers and scientists. The exercise… Read more
On Monday, the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) 2014 begins with two simultaneous sessions in Canberra and Perth. A third session will be held in Canberra later in January. By the end of the month, over 430 young Australians entering year 12 will have experienced what it is like to study science, technology, engineering and… Read more
Welcome to the December 2013 issue of NYSF Outlook. This time of year provides the opportunity to reflect on the past year and look forward to the future. One of the most influential people in both my personal and professional life, who I met in my teens, often reminds me during difficult and challenging times… Read more
Congratulations to the teachers of science from across Australia who will be attending the National Science Teachers’ Summer School (NSTSS) in January 2014. Run in collaboration with the Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) and with the support of the Australian National University (ANU), the NSTSS is now in its fifth year. Teachers spend a week… Read more
Congratulations to James Kwiecinski, who attended the NYSF in 2009. He has been awarded the Sir John Monash Scholarship to study Physics and Mathematics at Oxford University. James has recently completed his studies at Monash University in Melbourne, and is doing some volunteer teaching until it is time to take up his place in the… Read more
Earlier this year, The Office of the Chief Scientist asked Australians what they would like to know more about; what scientific issues concern them and what discoveries inspire them. The results shaped a collection of essays about the scientific issues affecting Australians today. The Curious Country is available as a free download for your e-book… Read more