Deadline: 24 September 2010
Science is everywhere in our society, powering technological innovation and helping us understand the universe. But many people find it too complex to really grasp. Good writing about science can change that, bringing it to life and letting the public share in the sense of wonder that scientists experience in their work.
With this prize, New Scientist is excited to be encouraging quality science writing in the next generation of Australian and New Zealand students. This competition is for you if any of the following apply:
* You’re studying science communication, and want to put what you’ve learned into practice.
* You’re studying science as an undergraduate, or carrying out postgraduate research, and want to master the vital skill of explaining your work (or someone else’s) to the public.
* You’re interested in scientific issues, and want a shot at one of the major prizes available!
There are three fantastic cash prizes on offer:
* 1st: $1500 + published on NewScientist.com
* 2nd: $750
* 3rd: $250
All three prize winners will also receive a 1-year subscription to New Scientist magazine. Plus, your work will be judged by leading science communicators.
Entries close on September 24
So you’re interested in submitting an article to the competition? That’s fantastic. Read on to find out more.
What sort of articles are accepted?
Entries should be in either of two styles:
* a short feature report, in third person, discussing a scientific breakthrough or issue
* an editorial piece, in first person, arguing your opinion on a current scientific issue
Examples of both sorts of writing can be found at NewScientist.com or in New Scientist magazine. Your article should not have been published before, although it’s OK if you’d like to submit a reworked version of an article you’ve handed in as part of your coursework. If your article has been published somewhere that you control for copyright purposes (e.g. your own website or a student-run magazine that’s OK with us reprinting your piece), that’s fine too.
How should I present my article?
* Submit your article as PDF, DOC, DOCX or RTF.
* You’re welcome to include illustrations and photographs, as long as you have copyright permission for any images you use.
* Don’t include your name in the document. Just make sure it has a title, so that we can later match it to your entry form. This helps maintain anonymity during the judging process.
* Entries should be a maximum of 1000 words.
More information here.
Science is everywhere in our society, powering technological innovation and helping us understand the universe. But many people find it too complex to really grasp. Good writing about science can change that, bringing it to life and letting the public share in the sense of wonder that scientists experience in their work.
With this prize, New Scientist is excited to be encouraging quality science writing in the next generation of Australian and New Zealand students. This competition is for you if any of the following apply:
* You’re studying science communication, and want to put what you’ve learned into practice.
* You’re studying science as an undergraduate, or carrying out postgraduate research, and want to master the vital skill of explaining your work (or someone else’s) to the public.
* You’re interested in scientific issues, and want a shot at one of the major prizes available!
There are three fantastic cash prizes on offer:
* 1st: $1500 + published on NewScientist.com
* 2nd: $750
* 3rd: $250
All three prize winners will also receive a 1-year subscription to New Scientist magazine. Plus, your work will be judged by leading science communicators.
Entries close on September 24
So you’re interested in submitting an article to the competition? That’s fantastic. Read on to find out more.
What sort of articles are accepted?
Entries should be in either of two styles:
* a short feature report, in third person, discussing a scientific breakthrough or issue
* an editorial piece, in first person, arguing your opinion on a current scientific issue
Examples of both sorts of writing can be found at NewScientist.com or in New Scientist magazine. Your article should not have been published before, although it’s OK if you’d like to submit a reworked version of an article you’ve handed in as part of your coursework. If your article has been published somewhere that you control for copyright purposes (e.g. your own website or a student-run magazine that’s OK with us reprinting your piece), that’s fine too.
How should I present my article?
* Submit your article as PDF, DOC, DOCX or RTF.
* You’re welcome to include illustrations and photographs, as long as you have copyright permission for any images you use.
* Don’t include your name in the document. Just make sure it has a title, so that we can later match it to your entry form. This helps maintain anonymity during the judging process.
* Entries should be a maximum of 1000 words.
More information here.
