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.

ISEF Awards: the $10,000 Craig R. Barrett Award for Innovation will be given to the finalist who best demonstrates an innovation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. The award recognizes that research and innovation are dependent on the integration of STEM disciplines, as well as the impact they collectively have on our everyday lives. The award will be used by the winner to cover post-secondary educational expenses.

year-old Camellia Sharma, a STEM phenom hailing from Henrico, Virginia. Since then, distinct life experiences and curiosities have led her to pursue a variety of science projects and science fairs.

ISEF Awards: The Peggy Scripps Award for Science Communication will be given to the finalist who is best able to communicate their project to the general public, explaining both the science and its potential impact on society. The award will be used by the winner to cover post-secondary educational expenses.