Huge congratulations to all 14 students who participated in the the BT Young Scientist Exhibition last week and to their amazing Science teachers for all their help and support.  It’s a wonderful achievement for so many to reach this stage.

The groups did an absolutely fantastic job wowing the judges and general public. A special mention to our award winners.

– 1st place in Senior Biological and Ecological for Juliette, Honor  and Aoife.
– 1st place in Junior Social and Behaviour for Maria.
– RTÉ Award for Best Social and Behavioural Sciences Project for Maria.

Group Members                  Group Project

Aoife, Juliette & Honor    The Einstein of Enzymes: A Battle Against Plastic Pollution

Beth & Anna Laura            Can Luminol determine iron concentration in water?

Saranne, Ellen & Mia         An Investigation into the Efficiency of Renewable Energy Sources

Ria, Anna  & Sophie           Does lighting affect people’s perception of authenticity?

Éabha & Áine                        What is the best method to memorise a sequence?

Maria                                         An Investigation into the Effect of Ball Target Practice on Memory Function among Primary School Children.