The region’s brightest young scientists put their best inventions and experiments to the test – and up for judging at the 2017 Illawarra Coal Science Fair.
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The annual event held at the University of Wollongong on Wednesday attracted more than 1000 students from across the Illawarra.
The weird, wacky, wonderful world of science was clear to see in the project presented by Wollongong Public School student Phuong Tran.
Her science experiment to make electricity from lemons was a hit with fellow students and judges alike.
Associate Professor Stephen Ralph, the head of UOW’s School of Chemistry, said the university had a strong history of nurturing young scientific minds.
‘’This event allows students to showcase creativity and problem-solving skills, while exploring the exciting world of science,’’ Prof Ralph said.
‘’It is exciting to see young minds come together to participate in Australia’s largest science fair.’’
The November 29 event saw students compete for more than $5000 in cash prizes and the chance to represent Australia at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in the United States in 2018.
South32 Illawarra Coal acting vice president operations Lucas Dow, said the organisation was proud to support the annual science fair for the past decade.
‘’We are pleased to be involved with an initiative that encourages young minds to explore the exciting world of science, and consider the vast career pathways it can offer, including industries such as mining,’’ Mr Dow said.
