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Preliminary Round
Participants select from designated topics across different scientific disciplines and submit their written work.
Think, Research, Write
Global Youth Science Writing Competition
Our Mission
Advancing Science Shaping the World
We inspire young people to unlock their potential for scientific and critical thinking, encouraging them to explore real-world observations through a scientific lens. Through high-quality scientific writing training and access to academic guidance and expert exchange, we build an international platform for academic growth and cultivate future innovators with scientific literacy, logical thinking, and social insight.
Three-Stage Competition
Finalists may receive special honors, including opportunities for internships at leading U.S. laboratories or journal publication recommendations.
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Semifinal
Online interactive presentation and Q&A.
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Final
One-on-one online interview and defense with world-leading scientists.
2026–2027 Season · All dates are in Eastern Time
Competition Schedule & Deadlines
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Phase 01
Registration & Submission
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Competition registration opens
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Essay submission opens
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Registration deadline
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Essay submission deadline
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Late submission opens for unsubmitted entries
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Late submission deadline
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First-round shortlist announced
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Phase 02
Review & Interviews
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First-round online interviews
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Second-round shortlist announced
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One-on-one online interview with expert judges
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Phase 03
Final Result
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Final winners announced
Awards &
Recognition
Preliminary Round
Certificate of Achievement with a percentile ranking report.
Final Round
Invitation to attend the Awards Dinner in the United States.
Grand Prize - 1 Winner
Opportunity to intern at a leading U.S. laboratory or receive a journal publication recommendation.
