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Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- Science
- Hamilton Spectator
Halton students take top honours in national Samsung STEM contest
Students from the Halton District School Board's I-STEM program have earned national recognition in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition, winning top prizes for their innovation and problem-solving using science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Out of four national finalist teams, two were from the HDSB I-STEM program. Aldershot School won first place, while Elsie MacGill Secondary School placed third in the Canada-wide challenge, which encourages students to use STEM to address real-world issues. The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest aims to foster student innovation through STEM, while encouraging collaboration, critical thinking and a sense of social responsibility. It tasks students with developing solutions to global and local problems using emerging technologies and creative thinking. Earlier this spring, teams from Aldershot School, Elsie MacGill Secondary School and Thomas A. Blakelock High School were selected as regional finalists, each receiving $2,500 in Samsung technology. The students created five-minute videos showcasing their ideas for building a more sustainable, inclusive and healthier future through tech-driven solutions. National finalists presented their projects at Samsung Canada's headquarters in Mississauga on May 28, following months of research and collaboration. Aldershot School earned the top spot with a pitch by Grade 12 student Keerthana Srinivasan, who developed a project using quantum Monte Carlo methods to detect faults in photovoltaic farms. The school received $50,000 in Samsung technology to support STEM learning. Aldershot was also named School for Tomorrow, an award recognizing innovation in education. Elsie MacGill Secondary School placed third with a proposal by Grade 11 students Hassan Rasheed and Karam Noori. Their idea featured kinetic floor plates that convert motion into electrical energy. The team was awarded $10,000 in tech resources. These projects highlight the effectiveness of hands-on learning and the ability of students to apply STEM knowledge to pressing global challenges. The I-STEM program is a regional, four-year secondary school initiative that's open to students across and beyond Halton. It emphasizes design thinking, entrepreneurship, global competencies and adaptability, preparing students for rapid technological change, globalization and shifting workforce needs. 'This is a remarkable achievement that highlights the excellence of the I-STEM program in equipping students with the skills for future-ready innovation and problem solving,' said Curtis Ennis, Director of Education for the HDSB. 'Through this experience, students build critical thinking, creativity and collaboration skills, while developing innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact. Competitions like this support the goals outlined in the HDSB's 2024–2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan, particularly in the areas of Learning, Engagement and Achievement, by connecting classroom learning to authentic, hands-on experiences. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our HDSB students for their outstanding accomplishments on the regional and national stages.' In a statement, the board said the 2024–2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan sets direction for its work and aligns actions across its schools and programs. 'This plan guides our efforts to support more than 67,000 students and 11,000 staff, as well as the broader HDSB community. The four-year strategy is built around six commitments that intersect to ensure cohesive progress on key objectives,' the HDSB said. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Bentonville West team wins $100K for AI-powered oral cancer detection app
CENTERTON, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Three students from Bentonville West High School are being recognized on the national stage for transforming a smartphone into a potential life-saving device — one that could help detect cancer with just a photo. The team was named the National Winner of the 15th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow STEM competition, securing a $100,000 prize package for their innovation. On April 28, the winning team traveled to Washington, D.C., to present their AI-powered mobile app, which detects oral cancer from a simple image of a user's mouth via smartphone, to a panel of judges. The team earned an additional $10,000 as the Employee Choice Winner, a special distinction voted on by Samsung employees from the 10 national finalists. Inaugural Diamond Awards honor top high school theater talent 'Our main inspiration came from our roots in India,' said Veera Unnam, junior at Bentonville West. 'We saw a lot of close family friends struggling with diagnoses for different types of diseases, specifically oral cancer. We've had some close scares with people we know. When we saw that there isn't much research on it, we decided to take it into our own hands and see what we can do.' Oral cancer causes 170,000 deaths annually, according to a news release. The students aim to make oral cancer detection more affordable and accessible through self-screening. With their competition success, the Bentonville West team plans further data testing and hopes to pitch the app to medical professionals nationwide. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Scoop
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Returns For 2025 In Search Of Student Innovators Across Aotearoa
Press Release – Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is returning for its fifth year, in partnership with the Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) and Technology Education New Zealand (TENZ). This year's competition highlights the critical role of teachers in developing design thinking skills, with teachers of winning entries receiving $1,000 from the prize pool. Julie Baker, Head of Education at MOTAT and Solve for Tomorrow judge, says recognising the contribution teachers make to student innovation was a key driver behind the change to prize allocation. 'We know just how influential teachers are in inspiring and guiding our tamariki, and this updated prize allocation is our way of giving back and recognising their incredible effort. Solve for Tomorrow is all about fostering creativity and real-world problem solving, and we're thrilled to now acknowledge the teachers who support students every step of the way.' Solve for Tomorrow 2025 offers a prize pool of $24,000 in cash and Samsung technology for winning students, their teachers, and schools. To enter, students must harness the power of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths) and design thinking to develop innovative solutions aimed at creating a brighter future for Aotearoa. Samsung is delighted to welcome back its VIP judging panel for 2025, featuring Dr Joel Rindelaub and Dr Siouxsie Wiles, alongside Sarah Washbrooke, Deputy Chair of TENZ, and Julie Baker. Dr Siouxsie Wiles is thrilled to return as a judge for the 2025 competition. 'Judging Solve for Tomorrow is genuinely one of the highlights of my year. I absolutely love seeing the creative, thoughtful ideas our tamariki come up with – it gives me so much hope for the future. Every entry is a reminder of how bright, curious, and capable our young people are, and I can't wait to see what this year's cohort brings to the table,' says Wiles. Gabriel Anthony and Logan Gardiner wowed the judges in the 2024 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition with their inventive, community-focused solutions. Gabriel, a Year 8 student from Whitby Collegiate in Wellington, took out the Year 7 to 10 category with Pill Bot, an AI powered medication identifier designed to help visually impaired people, inspired by his grandmother's own experience. In the Year 11 to 13 category, Logan, a student at Burnside High School in Christchurch, impressed with Enviro Saver, a self-powered device engineered to clean rubbish and debris from local waterways. Simon Smith, Head of Brand Marketing at Samsung Electronics New Zealand, is looking forward to seeing what Kiwi students are working on for this year's competition. 'Last year's entries were truly outstanding. The creativity, passion and problem-solving shown by our young people was inspiring, and Samsung is incredibly proud to both host and champion a competition that celebrates Kiwi ingenuity. We have no doubt this year's students will continue to raise the bar.' Entries are now open for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025. All students in years 7 to 13 are invited to participate, either individually or in teams. Students who submit a project plan by 23 June 2025 can benefit from valuable feedback from our VIP judges to help refine their final entries and go in the draw to win a Samsung TV. Final submissions are due by 19 September 2025. Alternatively, if students have already developed an innovative solution as part of an existing school project, they are welcome to repurpose it and enter it now. The winning individual or team for Solve for Tomorrow 2025 will be announced prior to the awards ceremony on 30 October 2025.
Scoop
30-04-2025
- Scoop
Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Returns For 2025 In Search Of Student Innovators Across Aotearoa
Press Release – Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Solve for Tomorrow 2025 offers a prize pool of $24,000 in cash and Samsung technology for winning students, their teachers, and schools. Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is returning for its fifth year, in partnership with the Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) and Technology Education New Zealand (TENZ). This year's competition highlights the critical role of teachers in developing design thinking skills, with teachers of winning entries receiving $1,000 from the prize pool. Julie Baker, Head of Education at MOTAT and Solve for Tomorrow judge, says recognising the contribution teachers make to student innovation was a key driver behind the change to prize allocation. 'We know just how influential teachers are in inspiring and guiding our tamariki, and this updated prize allocation is our way of giving back and recognising their incredible effort. Solve for Tomorrow is all about fostering creativity and real-world problem solving, and we're thrilled to now acknowledge the teachers who support students every step of the way.' Solve for Tomorrow 2025 offers a prize pool of $24,000 in cash and Samsung technology for winning students, their teachers, and schools. To enter, students must harness the power of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths) and design thinking to develop innovative solutions aimed at creating a brighter future for Aotearoa. Samsung is delighted to welcome back its VIP judging panel for 2025, featuring Dr Joel Rindelaub and Dr Siouxsie Wiles, alongside Sarah Washbrooke, Deputy Chair of TENZ, and Julie Baker. Dr Siouxsie Wiles is thrilled to return as a judge for the 2025 competition. 'Judging Solve for Tomorrow is genuinely one of the highlights of my year. I absolutely love seeing the creative, thoughtful ideas our tamariki come up with – it gives me so much hope for the future. Every entry is a reminder of how bright, curious, and capable our young people are, and I can't wait to see what this year's cohort brings to the table,' says Wiles. Gabriel Anthony and Logan Gardiner wowed the judges in the 2024 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition with their inventive, community-focused solutions. Gabriel, a Year 8 student from Whitby Collegiate in Wellington, took out the Year 7 to 10 category with Pill Bot, an AI powered medication identifier designed to help visually impaired people, inspired by his grandmother's own experience. In the Year 11 to 13 category, Logan, a student at Burnside High School in Christchurch, impressed with Enviro Saver, a self-powered device engineered to clean rubbish and debris from local waterways. Simon Smith, Head of Brand Marketing at Samsung Electronics New Zealand, is looking forward to seeing what Kiwi students are working on for this year's competition. 'Last year's entries were truly outstanding. The creativity, passion and problem-solving shown by our young people was inspiring, and Samsung is incredibly proud to both host and champion a competition that celebrates Kiwi ingenuity. We have no doubt this year's students will continue to raise the bar.' Entries are now open for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025. All students in years 7 to 13 are invited to participate, either individually or in teams. Students who submit a project plan by 23 June 2025 can benefit from valuable feedback from our VIP judges to help refine their final entries and go in the draw to win a Samsung TV. Final submissions are due by 19 September 2025. Alternatively, if students have already developed an innovative solution as part of an existing school project, they are welcome to repurpose it and enter it now. The winning individual or team for Solve for Tomorrow 2025 will be announced prior to the awards ceremony on 30 October 2025.
Scoop
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Returns For 2025 In Search Of Student Innovators Across Aotearoa
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is returning for its fifth year, in partnership with the Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) and Technology Education New Zealand (TENZ). This year's competition highlights the critical role of teachers in developing design thinking skills, with teachers of winning entries receiving $1,000 from the prize pool. Julie Baker, Head of Education at MOTAT and Solve for Tomorrow judge, says recognising the contribution teachers make to student innovation was a key driver behind the change to prize allocation. "We know just how influential teachers are in inspiring and guiding our tamariki, and this updated prize allocation is our way of giving back and recognising their incredible effort. Solve for Tomorrow is all about fostering creativity and real-world problem solving, and we're thrilled to now acknowledge the teachers who support students every step of the way.' Solve for Tomorrow 2025 offers a prize pool of $24,000 in cash and Samsung technology for winning students, their teachers, and schools. To enter, students must harness the power of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths) and design thinking to develop innovative solutions aimed at creating a brighter future for Aotearoa. Samsung is delighted to welcome back its VIP judging panel for 2025, featuring Dr Joel Rindelaub and Dr Siouxsie Wiles, alongside Sarah Washbrooke, Deputy Chair of TENZ, and Julie Baker. Dr Siouxsie Wiles is thrilled to return as a judge for the 2025 competition. 'Judging Solve for Tomorrow is genuinely one of the highlights of my year. I absolutely love seeing the creative, thoughtful ideas our tamariki come up with - it gives me so much hope for the future. Every entry is a reminder of how bright, curious, and capable our young people are, and I can't wait to see what this year's cohort brings to the table,' says Wiles. Gabriel Anthony and Logan Gardiner wowed the judges in the 2024 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition with their inventive, community-focused solutions. Gabriel, a Year 8 student from Whitby Collegiate in Wellington, took out the Year 7 to 10 category with Pill Bot, an AI powered medication identifier designed to help visually impaired people, inspired by his grandmother's own experience. In the Year 11 to 13 category, Logan, a student at Burnside High School in Christchurch, impressed with Enviro Saver, a self-powered device engineered to clean rubbish and debris from local waterways. Simon Smith, Head of Brand Marketing at Samsung Electronics New Zealand, is looking forward to seeing what Kiwi students are working on for this year's competition. "Last year's entries were truly outstanding. The creativity, passion and problem-solving shown by our young people was inspiring, and Samsung is incredibly proud to both host and champion a competition that celebrates Kiwi ingenuity. We have no doubt this year's students will continue to raise the bar.' Entries are now open for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025. All students in years 7 to 13 are invited to participate, either individually or in teams. Students who submit a project plan by 23 June 2025 can benefit from valuable feedback from our VIP judges to help refine their final entries and go in the draw to win a Samsung TV. Final submissions are due by 19 September 2025. Alternatively, if students have already developed an innovative solution as part of an existing school project, they are welcome to repurpose it and enter it now. The winning individual or team for Solve for Tomorrow 2025 will be announced prior to the awards ceremony on 30 October 2025.
