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Young Scientist Competition 2026
We are pleased to announce the Young Scientist Competition, now in its 8th year. What began as a small initiative in the Wyndham City area has grown significantly due to its popularity and positive impact. This year, the competition has expanded to the Greater Melbourne region, allowing more schools and students the opportunity to participate and showcase their scientific talents.
The competition is open to students in Years 10 to 12, and this year’s theme is “Sustainability,” focusing on solutions that promote environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.
Projects should align with the theme of sustainability, encouraging innovative ideas that make a positive impact on our environment and society.
We are honoured to have a distinguished panel of judges, including:
• Dr Ruwangi Fernando: Founder of STEM Sisters
• Professor Ritesh Chugh: Associate Dean and ICT Professor, CQUniversity
• Dr Selvakannan Periasamy: Chemistry Senior Lecturer, RMIT University
• Ms Trish Rathmell: STEM at Department of Education & Training, Victoria, Founder of STEM girls
• Ms Himani Nayak: Three-time winner of the Young Scientist Competition of Wyndham and a Science and Public Health student, Monash University
This competition will provide students with a valuable opportunity to present their ideas, exchange knowledge with experts and other attendees, and strengthen their curiosity and passion for science.
We would be delighted to have your school represented at this event and look forward to receiving your school’s submission by 5th September. Please send your nominations to https://youngscientist.org.au/
To provide schools and students with additional time to prepare in light of recent developments across the school sector in Victoria, the Young Scientist Competition has been rescheduled to Saturday, 13 September.
Registration closes: 5th of September
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we make this change.
For any queries, please feel free to contact Ms Vijisha Venkatram at admin@youngscientist.org.au
or 0435 915 516.
