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To encourage student, parents and teachers to take a more
active interest in the study of science by providing a curricular
opportunity for students to conduct and publicly present an independent
scientific
inquiry.
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To provide an opportunity for students who are interested
in science to do science.
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To encourage and highlight
the use of “scientific” process and the fundamental principles of science as students are guided
in their development of a topic, complete the required research, and conduct
an
experiment or inquiry that shows an understanding for many of the
processes of science.
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To encourage parents, teachers and the greater scientific
community in the guidance of science students.
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To make available an
opportunity to recognize “student” scientists.
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To awaken the
interest of the public in the scientific ability of its youngest
members.
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To encourage excellence in science and engineering.
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To present an educational
experience for top student participants through exposure to expert
judges.
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To engage the corporate community in recognizing outstanding students
in technological and scientific fields.