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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Canada's Top Youth Scientists Awarded $1.3 Million at the 2025 Canada-Wide Science Fair in Fredericton
FREDERICTON, New Brunswick, June 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--From groundbreaking schizophrenia treatment research to innovative sea turtle robots, Canada's top young scientists showcased world-class research and innovation this week at the 63rd Canada-Wide Science Fair. At an awards ceremony this evening at the University of New Brunswick, 219 finalists were recognized with nearly $1.3 million in scholarships and awards at the country's premier youth science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) event. The fair's Best Project Award in Discovery went to Sara Waqas from Calgary for her project, "Neurobiologically Informed Targeted Schizophrenia Treatment: A Multi-Omic, fMRI Approach", while the Best Project in Innovation went to Evan Budz from Burlington, Ontario, for his project "Development of an Autonomous Bionic Sea Turtle Robot for Ecological Monitoring using AI". "This week, we've witnessed the power of youth curiosity in action," said Reni Barlow, Executive Director at Youth Science Canada, organizers of the event. "Every student who undertakes a STEM project deserves to be celebrated for their dedication and creativity. Tonight's winners are a powerful example of the impact youth can make through STEM." * * * * * Top winners, selected by over 200 judges, include: Best Project AwardsBest Project: DiscoverySara Waqas from Calgary, Alberta, for Neurobiologically Informed Targeted Schizophrenia Treatment: A Multi-Omic, fMRI to project Best Project: InnovationEvan Budz from Burlington, Ontario, for Development of an Autonomous Bionic Sea Turtle Robot for Ecological Monitoring using to project Platinum Awards - Discovery Best Junior (Grade 7/8)Claire Sehn from Peterborough, Ontario, for Beat the Blaze: Preventing Wildfires and Drought With a Novel, Biodegradable to project Best Senior (Grade 11/12/Cégep)Hejin Wang from Saint John, New Brunswick, for Controlling Humongous Fungus: Cyanobacteria as a Biocontrol Agent for Root Rot to project Platinum Awards - Innovation Best Junior (Grade 7/8)Trisha Haldar from Windsor, Ontario, for Visual Drug Interaction to project Best Senior (Grade 11/12/Cégep)Chloe Rae Filion and Sophie Rose Filion from Fenwick, Ontario, for The Home Smog Alarm: How clean is your home's air?Link to project * * * * * The 2025 Canada-Wide Science Fair featured 390 student finalists, from Grade 7 through Cégep, showcasing 339 projects. The event drew more than 5,000 visitors and more than 30,000 online viewers. The Canada-Wide Science Fair and STEM Expo continue in person at the University of New Brunswick tomorrow, Friday, June 6, until 2:30 p.m. ADT, with projects remaining online for public viewing afterward. The 64th edition of the Canada-Wide Science Fair will be held at the Edmonton EXPO Centre and the University of Alberta from May 23 to 30, 2026. Members of the public are invited to meet the best project and platinum award winners on Friday, June 6, at 8:30 a.m. ADT in the Richard J. Currie Center at the University of New Brunswick. The panel discussion will also be broadcast Media members are encouraged to participate. Winners will be available for media interviews throughout the week of June 9, 2025, by contacting Mary Moniz at mary@ Photos and videos, as well as the complete list of Canada-Wide Science Fair award recipients, are available here: CWSF 2025 Media Kit About Youth Science Canada Youth Science Canada empowers all Canadian youth to engage their curiosity in discovering and innovating through STEM projects. A registered charity incorporated in 1966, YSC delivers on its mission through national programs, including mySTEMspace, the National STEM Fair Network, Canada-Wide Science Fair, STEM Expo, Team Canada representation at international fairs and Smarter Science professional development for teachers. Through these programs, YSC directly supports the more than 500,000 students who do STEM projects in any given year. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts For more information:Mary MonizTorchia 647-278-0152mary@ Aline BedrosTorchia 514-250-2332aline@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Science
- Business Wire
Canada's Top Youth Scientists Awarded $1.3 Million at the 2025 Canada-Wide Science Fair in Fredericton
FREDERICTON, New Brunswick--(BUSINESS WIRE)--From groundbreaking schizophrenia treatment research to innovative sea turtle robots, Canada's top young scientists showcased world-class research and innovation this week at the 63rd Canada-Wide Science Fair. At an awards ceremony this evening at the University of New Brunswick, 219 finalists were recognized with nearly $1.3 million in scholarships and awards at the country's premier youth science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) event. The fair's Best Project Award in Discovery went to Sara Waqas from Calgary for her project, "Neurobiologically Informed Targeted Schizophrenia Treatment: A Multi-Omic, fMRI Approach", while the Best Project in Innovation went to Evan Budz from Burlington, Ontario, for his project "Development of an Autonomous Bionic Sea Turtle Robot for Ecological Monitoring using AI". "Tonight's winners are a powerful example of the impact youth can make through STEM," said Reni Barlow, Executive Director at Youth Science Canada, organizers of the Canada-Wide Science Fair 2025. Share "This week, we've witnessed the power of youth curiosity in action," said Reni Barlow, Executive Director at Youth Science Canada, organizers of the event. "Every student who undertakes a STEM project deserves to be celebrated for their dedication and creativity. Tonight's winners are a powerful example of the impact youth can make through STEM." * * * * * Top winners, selected by over 200 judges, include: Best Project Awards Best Project: Discovery Sara Waqas from Calgary, Alberta, for Neurobiologically Informed Targeted Schizophrenia Treatment: A Multi-Omic, fMRI Approach. Link to project Best Project: Innovation Evan Budz from Burlington, Ontario, for Development of an Autonomous Bionic Sea Turtle Robot for Ecological Monitoring using AI. Link to project Platinum Awards - Discovery Best Junior (Grade 7/8) Claire Sehn from Peterborough, Ontario, for Beat the Blaze: Preventing Wildfires and Drought With a Novel, Biodegradable Treatment. Link to project Best Senior (Grade 11/12/Cégep) Hejin Wang from Saint John, New Brunswick, for Controlling Humongous Fungus: Cyanobacteria as a Biocontrol Agent for Root Rot Fungus. Link to project Platinum Awards - Innovation Best Junior (Grade 7/8) Trisha Haldar from Windsor, Ontario, for Visual Drug Interaction Checker. Link to project Best Senior (Grade 11/12/Cégep) Chloe Rae Filion and Sophie Rose Filion from Fenwick, Ontario, for The Home Smog Alarm: How clean is your home's air? Link to project * * * * * The 2025 Canada-Wide Science Fair featured 390 student finalists, from Grade 7 through Cégep, showcasing 339 projects. The event drew more than 5,000 visitors and more than 30,000 online viewers. The Canada-Wide Science Fair and STEM Expo continue in person at the University of New Brunswick tomorrow, Friday, June 6, until 2:30 p.m. ADT, with projects remaining online for public viewing afterward. The 64 th edition of the Canada-Wide Science Fair will be held at the Edmonton EXPO Centre and the University of Alberta from May 23 to 30, 2026. Members of the public are invited to meet the best project and platinum award winners on Friday, June 6, at 8:30 a.m. ADT in the Richard J. Currie Center at the University of New Brunswick. The panel discussion will also be broadcast live. Media members are encouraged to participate. Winners will be available for media interviews throughout the week of June 9, 2025, by contacting Mary Moniz at mary@ Photos and videos, as well as the complete list of Canada-Wide Science Fair award recipients, are available here: CWSF 2025 Media Kit About Youth Science Canada Youth Science Canada empowers all Canadian youth to engage their curiosity in discovering and innovating through STEM projects. A registered charity incorporated in 1966, YSC delivers on its mission through national programs, including mySTEMspace, the National STEM Fair Network, Canada-Wide Science Fair, STEM Expo, Team Canada representation at international fairs and Smarter Science professional development for teachers. Through these programs, YSC directly supports the more than 500,000 students who do STEM projects in any given year. For more information, visit
Daily Express
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Final year innovation project competition
Published on: Tuesday, June 03, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 03, 2025 By: Lagatah Toyos Text Size: Matnoor (second right) presenting Platinum Awards to the winning teams. TAWAU: 40 innovative projects from students across 12 diploma programmes participated in the 2025 Final Year Diploma Student Innovation Project Competition at Tawau Vocational College (KVT), recently. The event saw six teams receiving the Platinum Award for their outstanding achievements in innovation and project quality, following evaluations by 10 industry panels comprising experts and professionals from various fields. The award-winning teams included Frozen Pumpkin Creampuff (Bakery & Pastry Counting Book (Early Childhood Education Program), and Portable Clamp for Welders (Industrial Machining Technology Program). Also receiving Platinum Awards were the Online Stock Management System (SPS) Upgrade (Accounting Program), Program), Trolexx (Construction Technology Program) and ABM-Car Electrical System (Automotive Technology Program). The awards were presented by Tawau District Education Officer (PPD) Matnoor Sima, who officiated the event at Tun Ahmadshah Hall (TAS), KVT. He expressed pride in the students' achievements and praised KVT's commitment to nurturing young talent. He emphasised that the programme reflects KVT's dedication to providing education that aligns with industry needs, preparing students to be competitive and ready to tackle global challenges. 'This competition not only allows students to showcase their talents and projects but also provides an opportunity to engage with industry representatives. 'This exposure enables students to receive constructive feedback and explore career or collaboration opportunities for the future,' he added. At the same time, he encouraged students to continue innovating and developing new ideas that can benefit both society and industry. With the theme 'Empowering the Young Generation through Creativity and Innovation', the programme highlighted high-level technical skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities, demonstrating students' capability to address industry challenges with practical and innovative solutions. The event also reinforced that KVT students are not only trained in theory but are also equipped with essential practical skills to excel in the real-world workforce.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Clearwater Properties Brokers Named 2025 Crexi Platinum Sales Winners
Shaun Michael Lewis, CEO Clearwater Properties Jeannette Carr-Smith, Broker Clearwater Properties Kevin Wetherell, Founding Broker Clearwater Properties SEELEY LAKE, Mont., May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearwater Properties is proud to announce that two of its Brokers have been named 2025 Crexi Platinum Sales Winners: Kevin Wetherell, Founding Broker, of Seeley Lake, Montana, and Jeannette Carr-Smith, Broker, of Noxon, Montana. Crexi's Platinum Awards recognize the highest performing professionals on its commercial real estate platform, awarding professionals in four areas – Sale, Lease, Intelligence, and Auction. Winners from the Sale and Lease categories span hospitality, industrial, land, multifamily, office, retail, restaurant, and special purpose sectors, while the Intelligence and Auction category spotlights top performers overall (Crexi, 2025). Being named a Crexi Platinum Broker is a prestigious distinction in the commercial real estate industry - signifying not only outstanding transaction volume, but also exceptional platform engagement, marketing effectiveness, and a consistent dedication to professional excellence. Wetherell, Founding Broker of Clearwater Properties, has been conducting residential and commercial real estate for over 30 years, serving Seeley Lake, Swan Valley, Whitefish and other areas across Western Montana. His expertise extends beyond state borders with active licenses in Wyoming and Georgia. Carr-Smith has been a Broker with Clearwater Properties for over 10 years, serving Noxon and communities throughout Northwestern Montana. Her professional reach includes an active license to conduct real estate transactions throughout Idaho. "We are proud to have our brokers recognized with this prestigious accolade in the commercial real estate industry," says Clearwater Properties CEO, Shaun Michael Lewis. "This recognition highlights our commitment to excellence in recreational and commercial properties across the Mountain West. As we continue to stake our claim as the region's premier brokerage, Kevin and Jeannette exemplify the cutting-edge marketing and five-star client service that define the Clearwater Properties experience." Founded in 1993, Clearwater Properties is an award-winning real estate brokerage specializing in recreational, residential, and ranch properties across Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Wyoming, North Dakota, Costa Rica, and Belize. With over 30 office/agent locations, Clearwater Properties has been recognized as one of "America's Best Brokerages" by The Land Report and is the #1 Sports Afield Trophy Properties® brokerage worldwide in both sales volume and number of transactions. As stewards of the areas they serve, the 120+ agents of Clearwater Properties give back a portion of all real estate proceeds to the communities in which they were earned. Clearwater Montana Properties is the exclusive territory broker participant with Sports Afield in Montana, Idaho, North Dakota, Wyoming and Washington. Its affiliation with Sports Afield Trophy Properties® (SATP) has been one of the biggest game changers in real estate for Clearwater. Clearwater Montana Properties is proud to be the #1 Sports Afield Trophy Properties brokerage in the world in total sales volume and number of transactions. Since 1887, the iconic 'Sports Afield' name has been synonymous with outdoor recreation and conservation, which not only aligns with the brokerage's mission, but also greatly magnifies its marketing reach. The Clearwater Giving Fund is Clearwater Properties' way of ensuring that every transaction gives back. Through this charitable program, a portion of each sale is directed to a local service group or charitable organization selected by the Agent. At the end of each calendar year, Clearwater presents donations to organizations within the communities where those transactions occurred. Serving as a positive force in the communities it serves is central to Clearwater's mission and values. To date, the company has donated more than $1.2 million through the program, helping to strengthen and uplift the very communities it calls home. Crexi Team (2025, March 25). Meet Our 2025 Platinum Award Sales Winners. Retrieved May 15, 2025, from Contact the Headquarters office of Clearwater Montana Properties in Seeley Lake at (406) 677-3000 or via e-mail at info@ Shaun Michael Lewis can be reached at shaun@ Information regarding agents and available properties can be viewed on the company's website at: Media ContactContact: Tatum Hoehn, Operations LeaderPhone: 406.677.3000Email: tatum@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Clearwater Properties Brokers Named 2025 Crexi Platinum Sales Winners
Shaun Michael Lewis, CEO Clearwater Properties Jeannette Carr-Smith, Broker Clearwater Properties Kevin Wetherell, Founding Broker Clearwater Properties SEELEY LAKE, Mont., May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearwater Properties is proud to announce that two of its Brokers have been named 2025 Crexi Platinum Sales Winners: Kevin Wetherell, Founding Broker, of Seeley Lake, Montana, and Jeannette Carr-Smith, Broker, of Noxon, Montana. Crexi's Platinum Awards recognize the highest performing professionals on its commercial real estate platform, awarding professionals in four areas – Sale, Lease, Intelligence, and Auction. Winners from the Sale and Lease categories span hospitality, industrial, land, multifamily, office, retail, restaurant, and special purpose sectors, while the Intelligence and Auction category spotlights top performers overall (Crexi, 2025). Being named a Crexi Platinum Broker is a prestigious distinction in the commercial real estate industry - signifying not only outstanding transaction volume, but also exceptional platform engagement, marketing effectiveness, and a consistent dedication to professional excellence. Wetherell, Founding Broker of Clearwater Properties, has been conducting residential and commercial real estate for over 30 years, serving Seeley Lake, Swan Valley, Whitefish and other areas across Western Montana. His expertise extends beyond state borders with active licenses in Wyoming and Georgia. Carr-Smith has been a Broker with Clearwater Properties for over 10 years, serving Noxon and communities throughout Northwestern Montana. Her professional reach includes an active license to conduct real estate transactions throughout Idaho. "We are proud to have our brokers recognized with this prestigious accolade in the commercial real estate industry," says Clearwater Properties CEO, Shaun Michael Lewis. "This recognition highlights our commitment to excellence in recreational and commercial properties across the Mountain West. As we continue to stake our claim as the region's premier brokerage, Kevin and Jeannette exemplify the cutting-edge marketing and five-star client service that define the Clearwater Properties experience." Founded in 1993, Clearwater Properties is an award-winning real estate brokerage specializing in recreational, residential, and ranch properties across Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Wyoming, North Dakota, Costa Rica, and Belize. With over 30 office/agent locations, Clearwater Properties has been recognized as one of "America's Best Brokerages" by The Land Report and is the #1 Sports Afield Trophy Properties® brokerage worldwide in both sales volume and number of transactions. As stewards of the areas they serve, the 120+ agents of Clearwater Properties give back a portion of all real estate proceeds to the communities in which they were earned. Clearwater Montana Properties is the exclusive territory broker participant with Sports Afield in Montana, Idaho, North Dakota, Wyoming and Washington. Its affiliation with Sports Afield Trophy Properties® (SATP) has been one of the biggest game changers in real estate for Clearwater. Clearwater Montana Properties is proud to be the #1 Sports Afield Trophy Properties brokerage in the world in total sales volume and number of transactions. Since 1887, the iconic 'Sports Afield' name has been synonymous with outdoor recreation and conservation, which not only aligns with the brokerage's mission, but also greatly magnifies its marketing reach. The Clearwater Giving Fund is Clearwater Properties' way of ensuring that every transaction gives back. Through this charitable program, a portion of each sale is directed to a local service group or charitable organization selected by the Agent. At the end of each calendar year, Clearwater presents donations to organizations within the communities where those transactions occurred. Serving as a positive force in the communities it serves is central to Clearwater's mission and values. To date, the company has donated more than $1.2 million through the program, helping to strengthen and uplift the very communities it calls home. Crexi Team (2025, March 25). Meet Our 2025 Platinum Award Sales Winners. Retrieved May 15, 2025, from Contact the Headquarters office of Clearwater Montana Properties in Seeley Lake at (406) 677-3000 or via e-mail at info@ Shaun Michael Lewis can be reached at shaun@ Information regarding agents and available properties can be viewed on the company's website at: Media ContactContact: Tatum Hoehn, Operations LeaderPhone: 406.677.3000Email: tatum@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
