Kildare students compete in virtual Young Scientist Exhibition which opens today

The 57th BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition kicks off today as over 1,000 students from over 200 schools across the island of Ireland are taking part in the first ever virtual BTYSTE.

At 1pm today, President Michael D. Higgins will give the Opening Address at the official opening ceremony of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2021, which can be viewed for free on the BTYSTE portal and on Facebook Live. Free registration is open at https://portal.btyoungscientist.com/  

Students were up bright and early setting up their projects and are now eagerly waiting on for the first round of virtual judging to begin this afternoon, with over 80 judges volunteering their time this week.

The virtual exhibition hall is jam-packed with exciting events, with something for all ages. During the three-day exhibition, guests will hear from some very special guests, watch live entertainment acts and teachers will have access to a myriad of workshops at the new dedicated Teachers’ Area.