Emerging Scholars Display Groundbreaking Studies
The regional competition for Germany's prestigious youth science competition, Jugend forscht, is set to take place at the University of Applied Sciences Pforzheim on February 22 and 23, 2024. This event, themed "Make a Head for Yourself!", aims to promote young talent in the field of science and technology and support them in realizing their innovative projects.
Organised by the municipal enterprise Wirtschaft und Stadtmarketing Pforzheim, the university, and Witzenmann GmbH, the competition is open to students from various schools and institutions in the region. Over 80 students have already registered, ready to present their creative and innovative research projects in the fields of natural sciences, technology, mathematics, and computer science.
The competition is an excellent opportunity for young researchers to showcase their work to an expert jury consisting of representatives from schools, universities, and research institutions. On the first day of the competition, February 22, participants will be evaluated based on their projects' creativity, scientific methodology, presentation skills, and practical relevance.
The winners of the competition have the chance to qualify for the state competition at the end of March. The accompanying public event on February 23 will offer a diverse supporting program with guided tours and interactive activities, allowing visitors to gain insights into the university's study programs and career paths in science and technology.
Numerous school classes from Pforzheim and the region, as well as representatives from politics and business, have registered for the public event. The competition is supported by various local businesses, including ADMEDES GmbH, BMB GmbH, CK Holding GmbH, Sponsors and Alumni of the University of Applied Sciences Pforzheim e.V., Fritz Stepper GmbH & Co.KG, G.RAU GmbH & Co. KG, Chamber of Crafts Karlsruhe, Heimerle + Meule GmbH, Industry and Chamber of Commerce North Black Forest, Enzkreis District Administration, SCHROEDER + BAUER Werkzeugbau Stanztechnik GmbH + Co. KG, Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw, STÖBER Antriebstechnik GmbH + Co. KG, WEICK Recycling GmbH, WIELAND Edelmetalle GmbH, Economic Development North Black Forest GmbH, ZECHA Hartmetall-Werkzeugfabrikation GmbH.
The public is invited to attend the competition on February 23, from 8:30 am. For more information, please visit the University of Applied Sciences Pforzheim – Jugend forscht Office or the official Jugend forscht website: [www.jugend-forscht.de](https://www.jugend-forscht.de).
- This competition, organized by the municipal enterprise Wirtschaft und Stadtmarketing Pforzheim, the university, and Witzenmann GmbH, encourages education and self-development in science and technology, as it provides a platform for students to showcase their innovative projects in fields like natural sciences, technology, mathematics, and computer science.
- In addition to the competition, the public event on February 23 offers opportunities for education and self-development, as visitors can gain insights into the university's study programs and career paths in science and technology through guided tours and interactive activities.
