Quality science communication skills are vital for young scientists and established researchers alike. Why is that? For one, during a worldwide pandemic, climate catastrophes and so many other scientific challenges in our midst, it has become very clear that combatting scientific misinformation and disinformation is a top priority. One key way to overcome this challenge is through good science communication skills. It is very important that science is explained in a way that anybody, from any audience and background can understand it — whether it be a student, a non-scientist or an established researcher in a different field. If developed early on, students will get better at translating their research and discoveries and recognizing the importance of these skills, which will hopefully be carried into their future careers as researchers.

Students gathered in Atlanta, Georgia for Broadcom MASTERS International, where they forged friendships, worked together and learned from each other.

Students went on exciting field trips to the Georgia Aquarium, Mercedes Benz Stadium and Atlanta Botanical Garden during Broadcom MASTERS International. They even designed and 3D printed luggage tags on a tour of the Georgia Institute of Technology.

The 2022 Broadcom MASTERS International delegates spent a week in Atlanta, Georgia during Regeneron ISEF. The group learned about plants at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, discovered a sustainable sports arena and learned about each delegates research and cultures.

Regeneron ISEF finalists focused their research on improving mental health diagnosis and access to care. Their innovations include monitoring language use on social media and studying emotional intelligence.

The Broadcom MASTERS, the Society for Science’s premier national middle school STEM competition, awards approximately $100,000 in prizes annually, inspiring the next generation of young scientists and engineers. This includes six top awards.

The $10,000 H. Robert Horvitz Prize for Fundamental Research is awarded to the project that represents the best in fundamental research which furthers our understanding of science and/or mathematics. The project promotes the understanding of natural phenomena without clearly defined applications towards processes or products in mind. The award will be used by the winner to cover post-secondary educational expenses.