<p dir="ltr">The New York Academy of Sciences is looking for the world&#39;s brightest high school students (ages 13-17) to become part of The Junior Academy, joining a dynamic global network of like-minded peers and mentors. Students work together on Launchpad, the Academy&rsquo;s unique, online platform. Launchpad enables students and STEM professionals to collaborate virtually as they compete in project-based challenges focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. &nbsp;In addition to competing in global challenges, students develop STEM and research experience while advancing vital 21st-century skills such as leadership, communication, and collaboration.</p><h3>About the Competition:-</h3><ul><li dir="ltr">The Junior Academy is a project-based learning program for students interested in creating solutions to real-world issues.</li><li dir="ltr">The Junior Academy students work together on challenges in self-selected, international teams of up to 6 members.&nbsp;</li><li dir="ltr">Each team is paired with a STEM professional who serves as a mentor for the duration of the 10-week challenge period.</li><li dir="ltr">During these challenges students form international teams and work with STEM experts who mentor them as they design solutions.</li><li dir="ltr">The Academy presents challenges twice per year. Challenges run from September through December and again from January through May.</li><li dir="ltr">Challenges are preceded by a 4-week bootcamp, which provides preparation for the challenges and builds relevant skills in areas such as research methods, design thinking, and data analysis.</li><li dir="ltr">Once a challenge begins, students will self-select into teams and gain access to STEM professionals who will serve as mentors, guiding teams throughout the challenge process.</li></ul><h3 dir="ltr">Benefits:-</h3><p dir="ltr">Challenge winners receive full travel scholarships to attend the Global STEM Alliance Summit at the New York Academy of Sciences held each July.</p><h3 dir="ltr">Requirements:-</h3><ul><li dir="ltr">Age: 13&ndash;17 years old.</li><li dir="ltr">Location: Anywhere in the world.</li><li dir="ltr">Language: All program content and communication on the platform is in English, and a strong level of English proficiency is required. Students&rsquo; English proficiency will be assessed during the application process.</li><li dir="ltr">Time Commitment: Three to four hours each week during challenge periods.</li><li dir="ltr">Cost: None. The Junior Academy is completely free for participating students.</li></ul><h3 dir="ltr">About the New York Academy of Sciences:-</h3><p dir="ltr">The New York Academy of Sciences is the one of the oldest scientific societies in the <a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/country/United-States">United States</a>. It is an independent, non-profit organization with more than 20,000 members in 100 countries with a mission is to advance scientific research and knowledge; to support scientific literacy; and to promote the resolution of society&#39;s global challenges through science-based solutions.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>See more available<a href="https://www.for9a.com/courses">&nbsp;online courses</a> on For9a</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>See more available<a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Trainings-or-Workshops">&nbsp;workshops or trainings</a> on For9a</strong></p>

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Online Challenges for Students with a Flight to the USA from the New York Academy of Sciences