Getting Started
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Why Compete?
What a science fair project does for you, in school and beyond.
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The Scientific Method
How scientists investigate, from the classic steps to newer models.
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Research Categories
Find the category your project belongs in.
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General Rules
Team limits, notebook requirements, and other rules every project must follow.
Project Help
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Project Development
Step by step from picking a topic to drawing conclusions.
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Keeping a Notebook
Why judges ask for it and how to keep one that helps you.
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Project Examples
Award-winning ISEF projects to spark ideas.
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Tips for Success
Advice from previous participants, judges, and fair staff.
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Scientific Review Committee
When your project needs approval before you start.
Fair Week
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How Projects Are Judged
The criteria judges score against and what they look for.
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Full Schedule
Setup, judging, and awards times for fair week.
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Special Awards
Awards from sponsors and organizations beyond the main placings.
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ISEF
The international fair that top senior division projects can advance to.