Please visit the 2024 RSEF Google Site to view the student projects

• 2024 RSEF Grand and Category Awards

• 2024 RSEF Special Awards

The LCPS Regional Science & Engineering is seeking donors for our student awards.  All kinds of awards and recognitions are welcome. Students receive awards in 22 RSEF categories as well as many special awards given by community sponsors.

The awards for the Regional Science Fair are in two groups: Category Awards and Special Awards.

If you are willing to sponsor an award for the 42nd Regional Science Fair, please register using our online award sponsor registration form (available on Overview page).

Category Awards

The RSEF categories are:

• Animal Sciences

• Behavioral  & Social Sciences

• Biochemistry

• Biomedical & Health Sciences

• Biomedical Engineering

• Cellular & Molecular Biology

• Chemistry

• Computational Biology & Bioinformatics

• Earth & Environmental Sciences

• Embedded Systems

• Energy: Sustainable Materials & Design

• Engineering Technology: Statics & Design

• Environmental Engineering

• Materials Science

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Physics & Astronomy

• Plant Sciences

• Robotics & Intelligent Machines

• Systems Software

• Technology Enhances the Arts

• Translational Medical Science

There are First, Second, and Third places awarded in every category.  One or two Honorable Mention Awards may also be given. All students compete on an equal basis within each category. ISEF Finalists are chosen from the 1st place category winners.

The ISEF Finalists participate in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).  This annual event takes place in May with participants from more than 400 affiliated fairs from 40 nations.  

Special Awards

Special Awards are given by individuals, and local, state, and national organizations.  The Special Award donors establish the criteria for their awards and often provide their own judges.  Awards might include monetary gifts, treasury bonds, gift certificates, plaques, trophies, journal subscriptions, scientific equipment, tours of facilities, and special opportunities for students.

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To contact the LCPS Science Office, please call 571.252.1360 or email RSEF