Learn how to be a storyteller, know your audience, and just go out and do it! This is just a teaser of advice provided by our all-star panel in the 2022 NYSF Year 12 Program STEM Communication Workshop. NYSF participants were joined by Tegan Taylor, visionary ABC radio host behind the hit pandemic podcast, Coronacast,… Read more
What do rubbish bags, straws, fruit, toilet paper, and ice have in common? These are all materials used by participants during their exciting afternoon of Science@Home! With their Critical Thinking skills unlocked from that morning’s session, Stuart Kohlhagen aka The Science Nomad started by extending everyone’s ability to question “the rule” and encouraged them to… Read more
The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) is delighted to announce that Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) has extended their ongoing partnership with the NYSF for another three years, through to 2024. As part of the Department of Defence, DSTG brings together interdisciplinary expertise from across Australia and around the world to address Defence and… Read more
What is critical thinking? Do you think you know how you think? What makes something accurate or precise? Just some of the puzzling, philosophical questions posed by Dr Peter Ellerton, Director of The University of Queensland Critical Thinking Project, to the participants in his critical thinking workshop. Dr Ellerton began by quickly separating critical thinking… Read more
Participants tuned in from across Australia to the 2022 NYSF Year 12 Program’s Introductory Lecture by artificial intelligence (AI) expert, Professor Jon Whittle. Participants were in awe of Professor Whittle’s knowledge and passion for AI, as he explored the history of AI, career options, and his incredible journey to his current role as head of… Read more
We have lift off! After much anticipation, the 2022 NYSF Year 12 program is officially underway following an exceptional Opening Ceremony event. 625 participants from around Australia logged on to a new digital experience, joining the ranks of over 14,000 alumni who are scattered across the globe. After weeks of chatting online, the excited 2022… Read more
The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) is delighted to announce that defence technology and innovation company, Lockheed Martin Australia, has continued its strong commitment to the NYSF, signing a new two-year deal as our major partner. A major partner of the NYSF since 2014, Lockheed Martin Australia’s renewed partnership provides vital support for the NYSF… Read more
This week, more than 620 students from all over Australia will be connecting with leading science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) experts at the 2022 National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program. The NYSF has delivered life-changing STEM experiences for 38 years, and 2022 is no different! Despite the challenges brought to in-person events… Read more
The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) is thrilled to welcome two new partners from Western Australia (WA): Telethon Kids Institute and the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation. Telethon Kids Institute (TKI) is WA’s largest research institute and the only one dedicated to the health and development of children and young people. Telethon Kids… Read more
What a year it has been! The 2022 NYSF Year 12 Program officially starts in less than a month – a wonderful culmination and celebration of the work of the NYSF Corporate Team, Rotary Volunteers, Student Staff Leaders, and the NYSF Board. We have been heartened this year by the support and enthusiasm of our… Read more