We’ve been bursting at the seams trying to keep this information to ourselves and are super excited to spill the beans. Here are the first speaker and activity announcements for the 2022 NYSF Year 12 Program! We can’t wait to showcase all things science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in January. Nobel Laureates, Australian STEM… Read more
Hiya! Tish, Rahn, and Charlotte here, your 2022 Chiefs of Staff. Firstly, we would like to congratulate and welcome you to the NYSF tribe. Each and every one of you should be incredibly proud of making it this far and it’s only just the beginning. You are now part of the NYSF network, something that… Read more
This week three of our Canberra-based 2021 Year 12 Program alumni were invited to attend a special reception hosted by the Italian Embassy in Canberra: Towards COP26: Building on ambition. The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) remains committed to providing international and global opportunities for young people despite the NYSF International Programs being on hold… Read more
One of the challenges scientists face is the ability to share their research with people from non-STEM backgrounds in a way that is easy to understand. This is why it is vital that STEM professionals hone their communication skills. Participants of the 2021 NYSF Year 12 Program will use science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)… Read more
The NYSF is renowned for producing life-changing STEM experiences for young people and despite COVID-19, 2021 is no different! We have innovated and adapted our 2021 NYSF Year 12 Program to offer an exciting and unique STEM experience while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all participants, staff and volunteers. The 2021 NYSF Year 12… Read more
The ultimate goal of the NYSF Year 12 Program is to promote the vast array of STEM fields available to young Australians. However, as NYSF 2017 Alumna Jasmine Elliott realised in the years after the program, it also provides life-experiences, personal growth opportunities that prove to be just as valuable. “My NYSF journey began with… Read more
The NYSF is delighted to announce the launch of our new NYSF Connect Webinar Series for NYSF alumni. Each week, our alumni have had the opportunity to hear from some of Australia’s top STEM professionals and ask them questions about their career pathways, what they studied, and their current research. Our long-term goal to provide… Read more
With applications for the NYSF 2021 Year 12 Program closing in less than 3 weeks we are shouting from the roof tops for year 11 students to submit their applications ASAP to attend this life changing program! But don’t just take it from the NYSF Team, mother/son alumni Kaylene and Tom have something to say… Read more
As the NYSF 2020 Year 12 Program Session B drew to a close, we gathered in celebration with our Science Dinner in the beautifully restored Brisbane City Hall. The evening was a wonderful opportunity for NYSF participants, Student Staff Leaders, National Science Teachers Summer School (NSTSS) participants, NYSF Alumni, Rotarians and guests from our Partner… Read more
Throughout October, state Governors around Australia host morning and afternoon teas for students selected to participate in the NYSF 2020 Year 12 Program. With 600 students selected to participate in the program next January, these events allow them to celebrate their selection with fellow NYSF participants, Student Staff Leaders and the Rotary members who selected… Read more