Cork students encouraged to start brainstorming as entries open early for BT Young Scientist awards 

ONLINE entries for the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) have opened, three months earlier than ever before.

Secondary school students aged 12-19 years are encouraged to start brainstorming ideas now, ahead of the 2025 Exhibition, which takes place in Dublin from January 8-11, next year.

By extending the submission period, students will have more time to research and develop their ideas over the summer months.

“It has been a great privilege to have been custodians and organiser of the Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition for the last 25 years,” managing director of BT Ireland Shay Walsh, said.

“Over that time, the exhibition has produced amazing STEM talent and exported some of the world’s leading scientists and technologists.”

The 2025 exhibition will showcase entries from students in five categories: technology; social and behavioural science; biological and ecological science; chemical, physical, mathematical science; and health and wellbeing.

250 prizes, across a total prize fund of €50,000, will be awarded across all five categories and all age groups, including the overall BT Young Scientist & Technologist of the Year Award, who will go on to represent Ireland at the European Union Contest for Young Scientists.

Physicist & Broadcaster, and long-time special act performer at the BTYSTE, Mark Langtry, said: “I have seen first-hand the positive impact that entering the BTYSTE has had on past participants, from the friends they make in the process to the valuable skills they learn and can use in any walk of life.

“It’s a fantastic experience, and by giving early access to entries gives more time to develop ideas before the submission deadline.”

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