Young scientists have the opportunity to get valuable feedback from a team of experts to help refine and improve their research projects at the upcoming Eskom District Expos.
School learners in Gr.4 to Gr.12, and students at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) NC(V) Level 2 to NC(V) Level 4 are encouraged to register via the Eskom Expo website.
By registering, they will be eligible to present their initial research endeavours at the upcoming district expos. These district expos are planned across South Africa.
District Expos serve as a compulsory qualifying round to take part in this year’s Eskom Expo Regional Science Fairs.
Receiving feedback at the district expos is crucial for all research projects across the 13 Eskom Expo categories. This feedback help to prepare for the qualifying rounds.
A team of expert judges, including Eskom Expo coordinators, regional science fair directors, teachers, and mentors will be available. They help identifying errors in research methods, experimental design, or data analysis, as well as gaps in knowledge or understanding.
Their insights help learners to strengthen their projects and enhance the overall quality of their research. It also enhances the creativity of young scientists by offering new ideas and perspectives.
Find out more on participation, registration
Eskom Expo executive director, Parthy Chetty, said: “Through the pre-selection process at district expos, the best projects will be selected to qualify for the regional science fairs.
“Each district will be allocated a fixed number of projects to select for each of the 38 regional science fairs across the country.
“Selected winners from these fairs will qualify to represent the region at the annual Eskom Expo International Science Fair, to be held at Emperors Palace from 6 to 10 October.”
To participate in a district expo, learners should have started or completed research projects or be in the final stages and seeking additional guidance.
Visit the Eskom Expo website at exposcience.co.za for more information, and to find the dates and venues of district expos taking place during April and May.
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