Announcements
Science Fair Foundation BC names new Director of Operations
September 10th, 2012 - The Science Fair Foundation of BC (SFF BC) is very pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Plischke as Director of Operations. The former Dean of Science at Simon Fraser University, Michael brings both academic and administrative experience to the position. A 36-year veteran physics professor and condensed-matter theorist, his many academic community service positions included membership on the Board of Directors of the Foundation from 2004 to 2010.
Michael received his Bachelor of Science from Loyola College, Montreal, a Master of Philosophy from Yale University and a PhD from Yeshiva University. In 2006 he was made a Fellow of the American Physical Society for his outstanding contribution to physics.
In his role as Dean of Science, Michael was a strong proponent of the Faculty of Science outreach activities. He believes it is important to encourage youth to explore science and technology through hands-on activities. He brings this commitment to his current role with the Foundation.
For more information:
Patti Leigh O.B.C.
Executive Director
Science Fair Foundation BC
604-602-5262
pleigh@sciencefairfoundationbc.ca
Team Canada-ISEF 2012 Announced
Claire Longcroft of West Vancouver, Yichen Zhang of Richmond and Lloyd James of Surrey were selected by Youth Science Canada to be part of Team Canada-ISEF 2012, 18 of the country’s top young scientists representing Canada at the Intel-International Science & Engineering Fair in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, May 12-19, 2012. Read more
Congratulations Team BC!
Team BC at the Canada Wide Science Fair in Charlottetown, P.E.I. May 12 to 19, 2012
With health science projects leading the way, 77 participants from 14 regions throughout BC and the Yukon presented at the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Charlottetown, PEI - May 12 to 19, 2012. BC & the Yukon returned home with 1 platinum, 4 gold, 5 silver and 32 bronze medals as well as 14 special awards and 49 scholarships for a total of $144,350 in awards and scholarships. Read more.
Aboriginal Pilot Project – Campbell River
In the Spring of 2009 the Science Fair Foundation of BC launched a pilot project that takes science fairs to a new community. In collaboration with the Mid-Island Science, Technology and Innovation Council and School District #72 the Campbell River 2009 Aboriginal Science Fair Celebration was achieved. This video shows the highlights of the program.