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Leading U.S. Student Researchers in STEM and Humanities Connect Virtually to Compete for Scholarships and Awards at the 59th National Junior Science and Humanities SymposiumThe Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS), the premier showcase for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) research by high school students, is pleased to announce the 2021 winners of the 59th National JSHS competition. The competition, sponsored by U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force and administered by the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), gives students (grades 9-12) a chance to present original scientific research and compete for scholarships and cash awards, while participating in workshops, panel discussions, career explorations, and research lab visits. This is the second National JSHS event that brought students and researchers together virtually. The national winners, announced last Saturday at the virtual awards ceremony, first presented their original scientific research at one of 49 regional competitions hosted by universities and colleges in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Department of Defense (DoD) Schools of Europe and the Pacific Rim. The top five students from each region-245 high school students in total-then participated in oral or poster presentations during the national event. The first and second place regional finalists competed for a chance to earn scholarships ranging from $4,000-$12,000, while the third, fourth, and fifth place regional finalists competed in the poster competition for a chance to win cash awards. The peer-selected peer poster awards were given to one poster presenter in each of the 8 competition categories. Additionally, National Finalists were challenged to create a 3-minute mini-film that spoke to their experiences this year through JSHS. All films were displayed in the National Mini Film Festival and top honors were announced as a part of the JSHS National Awards Ceremony. "Our understanding of how to build and execute virtual programming has come light-years from our first virtual National event last April. Through collaborative planning and integration of technology, we were able to provide a rich National event experience for National Finalists, mentors, and guests alike. I felt privileged to be able to honor the hard work and dedication these students have demonstrated in extraordinary times with a National event that was meaningful and memorable," said Alexis Mundis, JSHS Project Manager.
1st Place Oral Presentations:
Environmental Science
Biomedical Science
Life Science
Medicine & Health/Behavioral Science
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics and Computer Science
Physical Science
Chemistry
2nd Place Oral Presentations:
Environmental Science
Biomedical Science
Life Science
Medicine & Health/Behavioral Science
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics and Computer Science
Physical Science
Cheistry
3rd Place Oral Presentations:
Environmental Science
Biomedical Science
Life Science
Medicine & Health/Behavioral Science
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics and Computer Science
Physical Science
Chemistry
1st Place Poster Presentations
Environmental Science
Biomedical Science
Life Science
Medicine & Health/Behavioral Science
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics and Computer Science
Physical Science
Chemistry
2nd Place Poster Presentations
Environmental Science
Biomedical Science
Life Science
Medicine & Health/Behavioral Science
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics and Computer Science
Physical Science
Chemistry
3rd Place Poster Presentations
Environmental Science
Biomedical Science
Life Science
Medicine & Health/Behavioral Science
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics and Computer Science
Physical Science
Chemistry
Peer Poster Awardees (Peer Selected)
Environmental Science
Biomedical Science
Life Science
Medicine & Health/Behavioral Science
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics and Computer Science
Physical Science
Chemistry
Mini Film Festival Awardees
Tri-Service Choice Award
Best Film
Best Film- Runner Up
Best in Comedy:
During the 4-day virtual event, administered by the National Science Teaching Association, students also participated in interactive activities including virtual lab tours, DoD opportunities panel, and a virtual exhibit hall that highlighted STEM programs at the institutions and organizations that host regional JSHS competitions. Approximately 300 high school teachers, mentors, university faculty, ranking military guests, and others also attended. For more information about the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS), visit https://www.jshs.org/. About JSHS The Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS) is a Tri-Service program founded by the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force to encourage high school students to conduct original research in STEM fields. In cooperation with higher education, program sponsors include the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics & Technology); Office of Naval Research, Arlington, VA; and Air Force Office of Scientific Research, Washington, DC. JSHS is administered by the National Science Teaching Association, the larger professional organization in the world promoting science teaching and learning for all.
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